Christmas security measures in Chester

Christmas security measures in Chester

Preparations for the Christmas festivities start in Chester on 13 November as building starts for the annual Christmas Market in Town Hall Square. The Market will open on 19 November followed by the 12 Days of Christmas parade on 20 November officially starting the celebrations.

Enhanced security measures have been in place each year over the Christmas period. This additional security is to protect shoppers visiting the city centre, the Christmas market and shops in Chester.

From 19 November to 22 December, the city centre bollards at the Town Hall Kiosk and St. John s Street will be raised in the up position for a longer period than usual, between 10.30am and 8pm Thursday to Saturday (including 23 December) and from 10.30am to 6.30pm Sunday to Wednesday

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