Golden Eagle | Live Music · Real Ale · Rooms

Chester’s Best Pub & Hotel Since 1622

Historic pub values. A contemporary bohemian twist.

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Four centuries of warmth, music & good company

Since 1622, The Golden Eagle has been Chester’s gathering place — a pub steeped in history, alive with music, and worth a visit.

The Bar

Cask ales, craft beers & classic spirits. A proper local.

Live Music

Live acts every weekend. Music in our walls.

Rooms

Three en-suite rooms. Breakfast included.

Location

Right in the heart of Chester’s historic centre.

Character-filled rooms above the bar

Three en-suite double rooms in a 400-year-old building. Breakfast included every morning with all rooms.

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Room 1

The Bohemian Room

including Breakfast

Private en-suite · 1 large double bed · Sleeps 2

Double Bed

Walk-in Shower

Fireplace

Eclectic wallpaper, a working fireplace, and a walk-in shower. The most characterful room in the house.
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Room 2

The Eagle Room

including Breakfast

Private en-suite · 1 large double bed · Sleeps 2

Double Bed

Walk-in Shower

Fireplace

Named for the pub’s famous sign — warm, intimate, and full of Golden Eagle character.
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Room 3

The Green Room

including Breakfast

Private en-suite · 1 large double bed · Sleeps 2

Double Bed

Walk-in Shower

Fireplace

Brass bed frame, rich green tones, and a fireplace that makes winter stays something special.

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The heart of live music

We host some of the finest live music in Chester — folk, blues, Americana, and beyond. Presented in partnership with Roman Candle Promotions, every show is unforgettable.

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18 Castle St, CH1 2DS

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Gigs in 2027

Tue 29 Sept

James McMurtry

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Thu 1 Oct

Nadia Reid

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Sat 3 Oct

Andy Irvine with Quilty

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Mon 19 Oct

The Besnard Lakes

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Thu 22 Oct

GA-20

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Thu 5 Nov

Romeo Stodart

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Fri 6 Nov

Martin McAloon

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Sat 14 Nov

The Hanging Stars

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Thu 19 Nov

Early James

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Tue 22 Jun 2027

Cara Dillon

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A glimpse inside The Golden Eagle

From the bar to the stage, the rooms to the street — take a look around Chester's most storied local. Select a category to explore.

The Bar

Real ale, craft beer & good company

The Rooms

Three characterful en-suite rooms

Live Music

Live acts most weeks & weekends

The Building

Est. 1622 · Castle Street, Chester

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Everything you need, right in the heart of Chester

18 Castle Street, Chester, CH1 2DS

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What Our Guests Say

    
 
 
         
   Shaun Kelly 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great pub, allows well behaved dogs in, friendly and helpful staff. Good prices. 1 star for rooms as didn’t use them.
  
 
        
   Nigel Curry 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fabulous place... Well worth a visit ❤️
  
 
        
   Philip Mottershead 
 
 
 
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   Glyn Rogers 
 
 
 
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   Paul Guest 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Exceeded expectations. The decor, music, food and atmosphere were all excellent. A simple menu on a Tuesday steak or burger, both were well prepared with nice sides. The food was very good value and for a Tuesday night it was comfortably busy but not overcrowded.
  
 
        
   Lindsey Thomson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a fantastic stay, really friendly staff, great room and delicious breakfast. Highly recommend.
  
 
        
   Shannon H 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a lovely little pub! We’d never been to Chester so went for the weekend and we stayed the night here. Comfiest bed we’ve ever stayed in! The location is ideal, staff really accommodating and friendly and the price included breakfast which I thought was very reasonable, the breakfast was lovely too! Would stay here again 😊
  
 
  
  
 
 
   Google rating score: 4.5 of 5, based on 617 reviews