New interactive experience launched by Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo has launched a new immersive digital experience that will take visitors on a 360-degree tour that includes legendary creatures from an adventure fantasy book.
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Chester Zoo has launched a new immersive digital experience that will take visitors on a 360-degree tour that includes legendary creatures from an adventure fantasy book.
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An employee of a local fish and chip shop has been nominated for a national award at next year’s National Fish & Chip Awards.
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A student of University of Chester’s Business School has won the 2024 Undergraduate Student Award from the Tourism Management Institute (TMI) .
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The University of Chester has been placed in the top fifth of universities in three categories according to the results of this year’s Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF)
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King King, a popular British band specialising in blues rock, is set to provide a memorable evening of entertainment at The Live Rooms this month.
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The Caribbean-themed bar and restaurant chain Turtle Bay has partnered up with Chester Zoo to invent a new cocktail just for the city.
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Whether you’re still looking for student housing or have already found the perfect accommodation , you’ll be thinking about how you’ll want to decorate your new home away from home.
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The organisers of the University of Chester’s third series of public lectures by the Culture and Society Research and Knowledge Exchange Institute (RKEI) have announced the speakers for the upcoming events.
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As a university student in the beautiful city of Chester, you are spoilt for choice of places to study both on and off campus.
A popular busker who performs in Chester city centre has staged a concert at Chester Town Hall.
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A female mountain bongo, which is one of the rarest large mammals in Africa, has been birthed at Chester Zoo.
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A sports bar is Chester has set itself the target of raising a thousand pounds over the coming year to help a nearby cat charity.
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The first cohort of students doing a new graduate-entry MBChB programme have been welcomed at the University of Chester.
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The 2025 Guardian University Guide has been published, and the University of Chester has managed to continue its steady rise up the rankings.
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Hulsons, a family-owned butchers originally based in Mold, has announced that it is to open a second branch in Chester.
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A popular student bar in Chester city centre has reopened following a revamp costing a six-figure sum.
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A team leader at the University of Chester has won a national award in recognition of her contribution to learning technology.
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As a resident of Chester, you now have the chance to win the very first ever copy of the Chester edition of Monopoly.
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Plans to open a rooftop venue on the Pepper Street multi-storey car park in Chester city centre have been unveiled.
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If you rely on public transport to get around Chester and the wider Cheshire West area, you may be glad to hear new plans put forward by Cheshire West and Chester Council.
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With autumn upon us the racing season for this year is drawing to a close, but Chester Racecourse is going out with a bang.
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A recent University of Chester graduate has detailed a series of things that she wish she’d known before beginning her studies.
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A student from the University of Chester has created some useful tips on how to make the move into student accommodation go easier.
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Here are a few more things to watch out for when you start studying at the University of Chester.
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If you’re about to start your studies at the University of Chester, here’s a quick rundown of what to expect.
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A new shop has opened on the corner of Walker Street in the old Chester Co-operative Society building.
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English Heritage is organising a free event at Chester Castle as part of the 2024 Heritage Open Days Festival.
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If you’re a student looking for graduate opportunities or part-time work, or perhaps a young professional looking to explore other options, you could do worse than attend the UK Careers Fair when it comes to Chester.
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You can enjoy listening to renditions of iconic movie themes this Saturday evening at Chester Cathedral if you choose to attend the “Music from the Movies by Candlelight” event.
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For those of you seeking student accommodation near Chester University, this guide will explain what each choice entails.
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If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, you could check out Maggie’s Fest, which is being hosted by Brimstage Farm, not far from Chester in the Wirral.
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One of the biggest stresses for anyone leaving the nest and heading off to university is student rent, so we're offering some useful tips on managing your finances intelligently and making the university experience more affordable across the board.
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A division of the University of Chester has been nominated for an honour at this year's Nursing Times Workforce Summit and Awards.
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Chester University's Widening Participation Officer has written about the experience of returning to the world of education as somebody over the age of 21.
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Starting university can be daunting. Moving out of home, packing your life away, stepping into a whole new world.
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Chester business students are partnering with a local social organisation to help it meet its goals.
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Making friends at university can seem like an overwhelming and pressured task, so here are five top tips on making friends at university.
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In a new study by The Winners Enclosure, Chester Racecourse has been rated the most “Instagrammable” of all the 85 operational racecourses in the UK and Ireland.
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A recent University of Chester graduate has been recognised for his work on ecology by being nominated for an international award.
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With the help of recent green technology, Chester Zoo has announced an ambitious target to become the UK’s first net zero zoo.
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While the historic city of Chester has much to offer, there may come a point in your student years when you fancy going a bit further afield.
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Whether you’ve come from a distant country or just 20 miles down the road, you may feel homesick when you start your studies at university, so here are some tips for dealing with it.
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A brewery on the outskirts of Chester is inviting city residents and guests to enjoy a new event it will be running each Saturday.
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The company supplying Chester's water has launched a new campaign to encourage people to visit its outdoor sites and have the chance to win a prize.
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There’s still time to catch the last film in Storyhouse's “Moonlight Flicks” series of outdoor evening film at Grosvenor Park.
You may have already decided on your preferred university to study, but here are some tips for when attending open days at potential universities.
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Two monkeys from a critically endangered species have been born at Chester Zoo, helping the species to survive.
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Starting student life can be a daunting prospect, but here are five simple tips to help the transition.
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The University of Chester's Business School has hosted a ceremony at which it gave out the first-ever Catalyst awards to recognise the contribution to progress made by staff, students, and organisations and businesses in Cheshire.
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Chester’s Eastgate Street has been named the third best high street in the country for its eclectic mix of shops, entertainment venues, restaurants and pubs.
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The Hedgehog Friendly Campus group at the University of Chester is to collaborate with Chester Zoo in helping hedgehogs on campus.
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Chester Zoo is celebrating the birth of a Persian onager, which the zoo says is one of the rarest animals on the planet.
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Chester is an up-and-coming hub of bustling nightlife from cosy pubs to fancy cocktail bars and lively clubs. Here is our guide to the best week in nightlife for students at Chester:
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Graduating Chester student Laura Tuckey has made the shortlist to possibly become the Sustainability Champion of the Year.
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hile prospective students typically pick out their study destination well in advance, life can sometimes throw a curveball that may cause you to change plans.
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For many students starting at university, it will be the first time they’ve lived away from home and needed to manage a budget.
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The University of Chester is hosting a series of exhibitions over the summer months to showcase its students’ work.
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With A-level results day fast approaching, the University of Chester has published a guide for parents and guardians regarding the process of clearing.
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A group of three-eyed reptiles, which have been described as one of the greatest marvels in nature, have moved into a new home at Chester Zoo.
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Cheshire West and Chester Council has announced that the second stage of the Chester Northgate Development is on its way.
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A portion of Chester’s iconic Roman walls that collapsed four years ago is to be restored.
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Whether its fancy cocktails or a pint at the pub, Chester has a plethora of bars to choose from for your ideal day or night out.
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The University of Chester has celebrated the success of its inaugural Festival of Ideas, which took place from July 4 to July 7.
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A student at the University of Chester has won the Undergraduate Recognition Award from the Association for the Study of Animal Behaviour (ASAB).
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Chester Heritage Festival Summer Celebration, held in cooperation with Picturehouse Chester, is scheduled for this weekend .
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Up-and-coming American country star Cody Pennington is set to perform two back-to-back shows at The Live Rooms in Chester.
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The Clearing process has been officially opened at the University of Chester, allowing potential students more opportunities for the 2024/2025 academic year.
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Chester’s Zoo has announced that its Christmas “Lanterns and Lights” trail will be returning this year.
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With results day for A levels and T levels fast approaching, Erin, a student ambassador at the University of Chester, has given five tips for handling the Clearing process.
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The Grosvenor Park Open Air is a popular summer event in Chester, and this year, theatre lovers will be able to rewind to the 19th century with an outdoor theatrical adaptation of the film Gangs of New York.
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Like many students who arrive in Chester to study, you may have never had to work out a budget, yet this will be invaluable to getting the most from your university experience without getting into financial difficulty.
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After a successful launch last year, Chester Zoo has announced that its Run for Nature event will take place again this year.
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With the cost of living having increased in recent years, it’s more important than ever to watch what you spend. Here are some tips on how to save money.
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If you’re hoping to start at the University of Chester this year, it may seem a bit daunting. Here’s a quick guide for what to expect.
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Chester’s Alexander’s Live is set to pay homage to new wave music by hosting tribute band Bootleg Blondie in July.
You will soon be able to learn more about Chester’s rich history thanks to a new tour that will explore the city’s connection to the Vikings.
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In the latest edition of its series of student experiences, the University of Chester has published the story of Oliwia, who arrived in the UK from Poland at age 14.
If you’re having a family visit that includes some younger siblings, it can be handy to know about suitable places to take them.
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If you’re into comics and related entertainment, you may be interested in attending Comic Con Mania at Chester Racecourse this Saturday.
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The first Festival of Ideas in Chester is fast approaching, and all are welcome to attend the event this Friday.
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The first Festival of Ideas in Chester is fast approaching.
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A report from the Purpose Coalition, together with partnering universities, has concluded that universities are vital to achieving social and economic progress, with the University of Chester being highlighted.
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If you’re nervous that you may not get the A level results you were hoping for, you may be interested in the tips from a second-year student at Chester who was in the same situation - because it doesn’t have to mean you can’t go to university.
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Upon arriving at university, undergraduates’ attention will soon turn to where to live in the second year of their course, and identifying the ideal shared flat or house in your university town will depend on many factors.
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The Hydes brewery and pub chain has announced a succession of outdoor events over the summer at its newly refurbished pubs.
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A recent graduate of the University of Chester has announced that she will be hosting a fashion show at the prestigious Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool.
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The University of Chester recently honoured students who went the extra mile to develop their professional skills, or volunteered to make a difference in society.
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Students from the Business School at the University of Chester have met with a former contestant from the hit BBC show The Apprentice as part of a trip to Edinburgh.
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The Stowe Family Law Prize has been awarded to Chester student Carla Ellis, after getting the highest score among her year group for the Family Law module.
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The question of where to live at university is one that most students will have to face during their course.
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Chester Zoo has started selling tickets for its new Afterglow evening events, which will be held in August.
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A celebrated hotel in Chester is organising club nights without the drinking.
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Excitement is mounting as organisers make their final preparations for the first ever Chester Festival of Ideas.
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Reports suggest that members of Chester Zoo have been informed of the zoo’s intention to close its aquarium building in 2026.
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The University of Chester has continued its series of student experiences with that of Erin.
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The University of Chester has decided to bring attention to some of the best research conducted by its undergraduates at a recent event.
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The University of Chester has published an article by a former student that details his experiences, and may help ease the nerves of prospective students.
A pub that has been vacant for five years is due a makeover, and a pair of entrepreneurial brothers are aiming to renovate the building.
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The city of Chester will be even more colourful than usual with the planting of 100,000 flowers over the course of this summer.
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If you’re considering, or are already committed to, coming to study at Chester, you will find it to be a unique place with a thriving community of students.
Even if you’ve been in Chester for a while now, you may not have discovered all of its secrets yet. Now, however, there’s a fun way to go on a guided tour around the city.
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Art and design students who will soon be graduating from the University of Chester will have their work exhibited at the end of year show this year, which is to be titled “Individually Together”.
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A four-day music event with world-class acts will soon be taking place near Chester.
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The University of Chester has performed strongly in the latest International Student Barometer Survey
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If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to fly a Boeing 747, you can now get your chance thanks to a new authentic flight simulator that has opened on the outskirts of Chester.
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The University of Chester has been ranked in joint 56th place in the latest league table of the Complete University Guide (CUG).
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For many arriving to study at the University of Chester, it will be the first time living away from home, so here's a brief guide to what you will need to know about living as a student in Chester.
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Chester has narrowly missed out on the top spot for breaks to medium-sized UK cities in a survey conducted by consumer magazine Which?
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The entire line-up for Chester’s inaugural Festival of Ideas has been published, with the events covering a wide variety of themes and featuring well-known personalities.
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Banks love to attract students in the hope they’ll stay with them after graduation, so here are some tips for getting the best value from a student bank account.
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The annual Deva Fest is set to return this year to Cholmondeley Castle this August.
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Professor Dame Jenny Harries has given a talk to peers at the University of Chester on her opinions about protecting public health.
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While Chester has a number of areas to choose from, some are particularly popular with students due to their proximity to the university campuses and their lively student atmosphere.
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A pub located in the middle of Chester Zoo has announced it will be extending its opening hours.
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The year’s Green Expo UK has announced its first sponsor in the form of the Cheshire Energy Hub.
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A brand new location for a Liverpool-based pizza chain has opened in Chester city centre.
One of Chester's well-loved bars is returning to the city at a brand new location.
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A popular Chester pub, has reopened after owner its owner gave it an extensive interior and exterior refurbishment.
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University academics in Chester have met with representatives from Soroptimist International (SI), building on the ties forged in two other recent visits.
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Sometimes you need a quiet spot to focus on your studies. Fortunately, the University of Chester offers a number of options for its students.
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Four undergraduate students from the University of Chester have become involved in the organisation of Chester’s 2024 Green Expo.
Lovers of the big top will be pleased by the return of Gandey’s Circus to Chester.
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When you’re not busy with your studies or work, you’ll no doubt want to unwind a bit, so here are some ideas for things to do in Chester.
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This summer, Chester will see the return of the Porsche Chester Cheshire Fashion Week 2024, which promises to be the north’s biggest fashion week and the largest in the UK after London Fashion Week.
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New research has ranked Chester as one of the UK's very best cities for nightlife - find out why:
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What are the items you absolutely MUST bring with you when moving into your new accommodation?
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The University of Chester has won one silver and three gold awards in various categories at the Whatuni awards.
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Some students may not be used to managing their own finances and meal plans. With this in mind, here are some useful tips on what to budget for.
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A student at the University of Chester has won a special zoology award for work helping British mammals enjoy a better future.
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With Chester being a vibrant university city, many businesses are keen to attract budget-conscious students, especially on those quieter nights and days.
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The two branches of JD Weatherspoon in Chester, which are conveniently located on opposite sides of the city centre, will get some items added to their menus in May.
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Based on millions of consistently good online ratings and reviews posted on travel platform Tripadvisor, Chester Zoo has been named as the top-rated zoo in the UK for 2024.
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We previously covered the cost of living in Chester as a young person, but students can also find it particularly challenging sometimes.
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Chester has a vibrant nightlife, and being a university city, this is of course especially true during term time. In this blog, we’re taking a look at a few suggestions for pubs in the city if you’re new to Chester or planning to study here.
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It’s very feasible to live in Chester economically because, compared to some areas of the UK such as London, it’s relatively affordable.
The University of Chester has reached the final round for two categories in the Educate North Awards 2024, which are said to be the most prestigious regional awards in northern England.
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If you’re looking for private student accommodation in Chester, you will likely be staying there for at least a year, so you’ll want to make sure it’s going to be convenient. Here are a few things to consider.
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