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The Victoria pub is situated on the former site of the HQ for the Roman Legion based in the ancient city of Chester. High cross, the exact centre of the old walled city.

The property first became a pub in 1269, and obtained its current name at the turn of the century in honour of the then Queen. Now a listed building, with it's odd shaped doors, low roof, antique oak beams (of which the main beam has been in place for some 726 years and is almost one thousand years old) it has a charm of it's own despite the cellar being positioned over St. Peters Church crypt and the courtyard being a flagged over graveyard.

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Family friendlyFoodOutside areaReal aleFootballTerrestrial TVCask Marque
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Tamara Marcsekova

2 months ago

Hi everyone , I don’t go to pubs very often but I think this service just changed my mind! I was served by beautiful young man called Nick I think? With longer light brown hair and he was funny helpful and knowledgeable. I’ll definitely come back. Thank you for making my experience extraordinary!

Erick Ekholm

3 months ago

A truly genuine British pub experience with roots dating back to 1269. As business travelers, my colleague and I, both from Sweden, visited The Victoria for a few beers on the last evening of our stay, and both the atmosphere and staff were fantastic. Well worth a visit!

Valerie Hinchliffe

4 months ago

Was looking for somewhere different to have lunch while on a day trip, and chose this traditional pub tucked away on the upper level of one of Chester's Rows, close to the Cross. Climbed a steep flight of steps to get to it, but there is a more accessible entrance round the back, through a little square behind St Peter's Church. The Victoria is Chester's oldest pub and the interior reflects this, full of olde-worlde atmosphere and charm with its low wooden beams, quirky layout and stained glass windows. Some lovely pictures of old Chester on the walls. There's a cosy parlour with a big TV screen and a beer garden that strangely sits on a paved over graveyard. The only letdown was the toilets, very cramped and in need of renovation. There's a well stocked bar with a good choice of ales, but I ordered a nice Merlot to drink with my meal. The barman was friendly and hospitable, and I was served straight away. The menu offered a pleasing selection of classic pub meals, sandwiches and ciabattas. Ordered the homemade beef lasagne with garlic bread and salad. The lasagne was hot, good quality lean meat with no gristle, and the salad was very fresh. Generous helpings too. Great convivial atmosphere once the pub filled up! Overall a satisfying lunch experience.

Shenny Penny

6 months ago

We stopped over for a drink as it’s one of the oldest pubs in Chester. The service was friendly. Drinks are cheap too. They had 2 shots for £6 which was cheap. It was a bit early but thought it was a good deal.

Chay Bell

6 months ago

Popped in for a bite to eat and a pint. We were not disappointed. A decent menu on offer, we went for corned beef and pickle and a round of cheese and onion. We were offered some chips and we did not refuse. A bit of chat with the locals then our food was delivered. Really tasty food and a decent pint. The pub was filling up so we gave our seats to a family looking for seating. Next time we are in Chester needing lunch we shall visit here.

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Heverlee 0623
Heverlee 0623