The Groves, CH1, Chester
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A riverside car park beside the River Dee, close to Chester’s centre, pubs and public toilets. During the day from 8 to 18h, parking is limited to one hour, while overnight stays have been reported after the daytime restrictions. It suits smaller campervans, although longer vehicles may struggle to fit. Nights can be quiet, but bikes, cars and occasional late gatherings may cause noise.
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Listing copied from our source, 52 days ago
a very quiet night, it was only us and there aren't any problem. nice sunrise in the morning with amazing views BTW. we left before 8am. thanks everyone!!!
Parked here last night (Thursday). We arrived at 1800 and got the last spot. By 2300 it was empty and we were the only vehicle there. Few noisy bikes and cars as it was a sunny day but quietened down after 2130 and we had a goodnights sleep undisturbed.
Great location. Ideal for VW size campers vans. Arrived after 7 o'clock so there was no problem getting a spot. Only down side was the noise after 10 o'clock, it seemed to be a car/motor bike meet late on so there was plenty of noise until late hours. If we come here again we would stop along the other spot just along the road where it seemed to be a lot quieter.
As suggested, since you have one free hour, you can stay from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m. (restrictions 6 p.m.–8 a.m.). The bandstand toilets were open at 7:30 a.m., although advertised as opening at 8 a.m. We arrived at 6:30 p.m.; it was very busy, with only one space left. We woke up this morning to find only ourselves and one other Winnebago. There was noise until around 10, but people leave you alone. It is a very good spot, beautiful day and night, and clean.Translating
Good camping spot. A long-wheelbase Sprinter will struggle to fit in one space. I spoke with the parking attendant, who said we should be okay but could not account for other attendants. I think the spaces are free after 6, so if I take up one and a bit free spaces, it is still free.Translating
We stayed one night with our 7-metre-long camper. Rubbish bins and public toilets are available. Very pleasant town centre and close to a beautiful park. I think parking may be difficult in high season.Translating
Nice town, beautiful parking area by the river, no services, dead end, inspections take place. I left at 8 a.m.; the parking area was empty and I could turn around easily. It is a shame that England is so inflexible regarding campers.Translating
Unthinkable for a motorhome, even one only 5 metres long.Translating
Great spot right on the river Dee. I had no noise after 10:30 and before then was never antisocial. Amazed I had the whole place to myself! Two pubs within 50 metres and toilets too (not sure if they are open all night) as others have said, one hour free parking up to 18:00 then free with restrictions beginning again at 08:00, so you can park for free from 17:00-09:00.
Stayed for one night. The parking was busy during the day because of the one-hour limit. We returned around 6 p.m. and parked easily. Really good night, lovely walk along the riverbank and good food in the area. No disturbance; slept well. Left around 8:30 a.m.Translating
Perfect for visiting the city. You can get from the parking area into town quickly, and the city is beautiful to visit. It is free for one hour. The place is also nice for taking a break, as it is right on the river.Translating
Plenty of space and a nice quiet night in a lovely location.
Great place …we tried the end space parallel to the path as it looked the most level… was great but this end is where cars do a 5 point turn coming right upto your vehicle in the process… something to keep in mind, one down would have been better. Lovely view quiet through the night .