ROWVEMBER

Rowvember offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience Chester's Rows as both a historic treasure and a vibrant modern destination.

Throughout the month, participating businesses will share their stories, revealing what makes trading in these 700-year-old galleries so special. From independent shops tucked into medieval alcoves to modern cafés with Roman foundations, each business adds to the Rows' continuing story.

Rowvember runs from 1-30 November 2025, with events happening daily throughout Chester's historic Rows. Most activities are free and drop-in, making it easy to explore at your own pace. The full programme is available to explore on heritagechester.co.uk/Rowvember, with ticketed tours and workshops available for advance booking now.

What’s On This Rowvember?

• Daily Building Spotlights: Each day throughout November, archaeologist James Dixon will share fascinating tales about a different building within the Rows, revealing hidden histories and architectural secrets through Heritage Chester’s social media.
• Pop-Up Performances: Unexpected moments of joy as choirs appear throughout the Rows, alongside dance and theatre performances by University of Chester students, bringing the historic galleries to life with contemporary creativity.
• Expert Pub Trail: A unique twist on heritage tours – historians stationed in different Rows pubs ready to share stories and answer questions in a relaxed, social setting.
• Specialist Tours: From “Chester Rows for Absolute Beginners” to tours following random prompts, there’s something for every interest level. New this year are conservation planning sessions specifically designed for business owners in the Rows.
• Family Activities: Free workshops invite participants to imagine and design the “missing buildings” in the Rows’ fascinating architectural puzzle, as well as opportunities to create your very own stained glass window artwork to take home.
• Art in the Streets: Historic paintings from the Grosvenor Museum collection will be displayed throughout the Rows, bringing the museum out to the people.