Why is Chester FC in Wales?

Chester FC bosses have insisted the football club is English after the club was accused of breaking Welsh Covid rules. Chester, whose Bumpers Lane home straddles the England and Wales border, staged two home games over Christmas.

What happened to Chester FC?

In the FA Cup, Chester were defeated 4–3 in the third qualifying round by ninth tier Dunston UTS. In the following season, Chester finished in 6th place after a decision to end the season in March due to the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

What part of Chester FC is in Wales?

The pitch itself is in Wales (Flintshire), with the front gates and main office in England. The stadium initially had a capacity of 6,012, before the away end was converted to seating, but now holds only around 5,400.

Is Chester FC fan owned?

Whilst most owners are committed fans of Chester FC, we also encourage anyone who believes in our ethos and the history of our club, to become an owner of Chester FC. By putting supporters and community at the heart of our club, we’re showing that fans can have a powerful say in the way football should be run.

How far is Chester from the Welsh border?

The distance between Chester and Wales is 72 miles. The road distance is 151.5 miles.

Is Chester in England or Wales?

Chester is a walled cathedral city in Cheshire, England. It is located on the River Dee, close to the English-Welsh border.

Are Chester players full time?

Chester FC bosses warn move to part-time will be no picnic for those on full-time contracts. Chester FC will be playing part-time football in the National League North next season.

Is Chester safe?

Chester is the third safest major town in Cheshire, and is the 29th most dangerous overall out of Cheshire’s 321 towns, villages, and cities. The overall crime rate in Chester in 2021 was 86 crimes per 1,000 people.

Is Chester a posh area?

Chester has been named the second best place to live in the North West by the Sunday Times after being dubbed ‘a regional treasure’. Our city’s ‘affluent suburbs, classy cocktail bars and independent restaurants like the Chef’s Table’ earned us the prestigious accolade, only being pipped to the post by Altrincham.