Your stay — Higher Farm B&B
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The Property — Higher Farm B&B
Higher Farm B&B is a converted 18th-century farmhouse set in open countryside on the southern edge of Chester. The lobby still has original beams and a stone fireplace, giving it the feel of a working farm that happens to let rooms. Its USP is peace and quiet: you are 10 minutes from Chester’s city walls but hear tractors, not traffic. It suits travellers who want a base for exploring Wales and the Dee estuary, not a central hotel with a concierge.
Chronicles of Chester
Chester began as the Roman fortress of Deva, founded around AD 79 on the River Dee. Its medieval walls survive almost complete, and the city’s distinctive black-and-white half-timbered rows—the Rows—are unique in Britain, built as two-level shopping galleries from the 13th century. The cathedral, originally a Benedictine abbey, was remodelled in the Gothic style after the Dissolution. Today Chester blends Roman amphitheatre fragments with Georgian terraces and a busy retail core, drawing visitors for heritage, shopping, and its position as the gateway to North Wales.
Best Time to Visit
Full Chester guide →Best months
June and September offer warm, settled weather (averaging 18°C) and lighter crowds than July’s school holiday peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; Chester’s summer festivals run, including the Chester Music and Food Festival in August. Hotel prices rise 30-50%, and weekend rooms book out weeks ahead for the Chester Races, which draw 20,000-30,000 visitors per meeting.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are the best shoulder months: September still has long daylight hours and cheaper rates, while May avoids the Easter rush and yields mild, often dry conditions.
Weather & packing
Chester’s climate is mild but notoriously changeable—a sunny morning can turn to drizzle by lunch any day of the year. Pack layers, a waterproof jacket, and shoes that can handle a muddy farm path after rain.
Live City Briefing — Chester
- Chester’s Northgate development, including a new cinema and public square, is nearing completion in summer 2026; parts of the city centre may have pedestrian diversions until late July.
- From May 2026, Transport for Wales has added two extra hourly trains between Chester and Liverpool Lime Street, making a day trip easier for B&B guests without a car.
- The Chester Heritage Festival runs 6–13 July 2026; expect walking tours and building open days, and book dinner reservations well ahead as restaurants fill.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Higher Farm B&B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor at the rear (away from the lane). Higher Farm is a converted farmhouse, so top-floor rooms under the eaves can have lower ceilings but are quieter still.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms nearest the main entrance and the car park — these catch hallway noise and early morning arrivals. Rooms facing the lane (Bunbury Lane side) are vulnerable to occasional farm traffic.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the garden and open Cheshire farmland. Front rooms look onto the lane and neighbouring fields — pleasant but less private.
Quietest floors
First floor (facing rear grounds) is the quietest. Second floor under eaves is also quiet but check headroom if you're tall.
🔊 Noise notes
The B&B is on Bunbury Lane (a quiet country road) but farm vehicles start early. Occasional low aircraft noise from nearby Hawarden Airport. No lift — request a lower floor if stairs are an issue.
Insider tips
Parking is free and usually available right outside the door — request a spot nearest the building if you have heavy luggage. Check-in is flexible; call ahead to arrange arrival time as there's no 24-hour reception.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Higher Farm B&B
Free standard broadband Wi-Fi (approx 15 Mbps download) throughout the property. No login required, just select the network. No paid premium tier available.
No lift. This is a converted 17th-century farmhouse with stairs to all guest rooms on first and second floors. No ground-floor guest rooms.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader (over 7,000 newspapers) via a tablet provided in the breakfast room. No physical newspapers delivered. The building retains original oak beams, inglenook fireplaces, and a bread oven in the lounge.
Check-in from 15:00 to 22:00 (Monday–Saturday), from 15:00 to 20:00 (Sunday). Early bag-drop available from 12:00 by prior arrangement. Late check-out until 11:30 costs £15; after 11:30 charges a full extra night.
Complimentary secure luggage storage until 16:00 on departure day.
No step-free access. Two shallow steps at the main entrance, and stairs to all rooms. The ground-floor breakfast room and lounge are accessible via one step. Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility impairments.
Free on-site parking for up to 10 cars directly in front of the farmhouse. No valet. No EV charging points. Nearest public car park is in Malpas village (free, 2.5 miles east).
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total stay is taken at booking; remaining balance charged 14 days before arrival. A £30 incidental card hold is taken at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: St Mary's (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Stretton Water Mill — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Pound Sterling, GBP
Use ATMs for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Chester station or tourist spots.
Contactless is widely accepted; almost all shops, pubs, and restaurants take cards; a few market stalls may be cash-only.
Optional: round up taxi fare or leave 10% in restaurants if service is good; hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Greggs or a supermarket café – around £2.50 for a filter coffee.
A sandwich or jacket potato from a café or market stall – around £5-7.
A main course at a local pub or Italian place – around £12-15.
Chester Market (indoor food hall) has varied cheap street-food stalls; weekends can be busier.
Tesco, Aldi, and Co-op are common budget supermarkets.
Chester has Primark and M&S on the high street; charity shops on Frodsham Street offer bargains.
Local buses cost £2 for a single fare (capped at £6/day on Stagecoach); from Liverpool/Manchester airports, take a coach or train (train about £15-20 to Chester).
Eat lunch in the market rather than touristy rows; walk the city walls instead of paid tours; buy a return train ticket if coming from nearby cities.
Good to know — Chester
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Emergency Contacts
ChesterIn the United Kingdom, dial 999 for all emergency services (police, ambulance, fire). For non-emergencies in Chester, contact Cheshire Police on 101. Chester is located in Cheshire, Northwest England.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Chester, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Higher Farm B&B
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Chester Railway Station → City Centre & surrounding areas
💡 Station is just 10 mins walk from The Chester Grosvenor; excellent for day trips to Liverpool and North Wales
City Centre Bus Station → Throughout Chester & surrounding towns
💡 Day passes available (£4.50); buses serve Roman walls and Cheshire countryside routes
Manchester Airport (MAN) → The Chester Grosvenor, Eastgate Street, Chester
💡 Book in advance for better rates; journey includes tolls on M56 motorway
The Chester Grosvenor → Anywhere in Chester
💡 Rank located opposite Town Hall; avoid peak hours (Sat afternoons); licensed black cabs only
About Chester
Wikipedia ↗
Chester is a cathedral city in Cheshire, England, on the River Dee, very close to the England–Wales border. It had a built-up area population of 92,760 in 2021, it is the most populous settlement in the borough of Cheshire West and Chester. It is the historic county town of Cheshire and the second-l...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Higher Farm B&B?
Request a room on the first floor at the rear (away from the lane). Higher Farm is a converted farmhouse, so top-floor rooms under the eaves can have lower ceilings but are quieter still.
Which rooms should I avoid at Higher Farm B&B?
Avoid ground-floor rooms nearest the main entrance and the car park — these catch hallway noise and early morning arrivals. Rooms facing the lane (Bunbury Lane side) are vulnerable to occasional farm traffic.
Is Higher Farm B&B noisy?
The B&B is on Bunbury Lane (a quiet country road) but farm vehicles start early. Occasional low aircraft noise from nearby Hawarden Airport. No lift — request a lower floor if stairs are an issue.
Which rooms have the best views at Higher Farm B&B?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the garden and open Cheshire farmland. Front rooms look onto the lane and neighbouring fields — pleasant but less private.
What are insider tips for staying at Higher Farm B&B?
Parking is free and usually available right outside the door — request a spot nearest the building if you have heavy luggage. Check-in is flexible; call ahead to arrange arrival time as there's no 24-hour reception.
What time is check-in at Higher Farm B&B?
Check-in at Higher Farm B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Higher Farm B&B have Wi-Fi?
Free standard broadband Wi-Fi (approx 15 Mbps download) throughout the property. No login required, just select the network. No paid premium tier available.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Higher Farm B&B?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Higher Farm B&B?
A sandwich or jacket potato from a café or market stall – around £5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Higher Farm B&B?
Local buses cost £2 for a single fare (capped at £6/day on Stagecoach); from Liverpool/Manchester airports, take a coach or train (train about £15-20 to Chester).
When is the best time to visit Chester?
June and September offer warm, settled weather (averaging 18°C) and lighter crowds than July’s school holiday peak.
Top Attractions in Chester
💡 The Georgian house extension (on the same site) is often missed. It has a fully furnished 18th-century kitchen and nursery, free and uncrowded.
💡 There's a small information panel near the south end. Go at dusk when floodlights come on—the mood is eerie and you'll have the place almost to yourself.
💡 Bring binoculars for birdwatching at the weir—you'll see swans, herons, and occasionally kingfishers. The park has free public toilets near the car park.
💡 Start at the Eastgate Clock for the best photo op. The stretch between Watergate and the Dee is quietest early morning.
💡 The undercroft café has cheap tea and a view of the cloister. Check the cathedral site for free organ recitals most Saturdays at noon.