I sometimes think that Chester gets overlooked in favour of headline-grabbing heritage cities like York and Bath, but it really shouldn’t be. This is a place where you can walk remarkably complete city walls, admire black-and-white Rows, step inside a magnificent cathedral and explore Britain’s largest known Roman amphitheatre.

Beyond the city itself, there’s even more to love: the surrounding Cheshire countryside offers green walking routes, open views and easy access to spots rich in wildlife and scenery.

This makes Chester a perfect short break destination in the UK