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The Northgate

The Northgate , Chester

THIS gate was designed by Thomas Harrison and built in 1808-10 to replace the former medieval gate.

The medieval gate included a jail and is first mentioned in documents from 1069. The jail had a reputation for being 'mean and ruinous'.

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Grosvenor Precinct, Chester

Grosvenor Precinct

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THIS small arcade off Northgate Street is home to some of Chester's more unusual shops and restaurants. Read

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