Flavour of the past, present and future at bridge centenary celebration

The 100th anniversary of the opening of an iconic Chester landmark will be celebrated with an entertainment-filled event featuring a taste of the past, present and future from the University.

The Queen’s Park Bridge Centenary Celebration will be hosted on Sunday July 9 by the Queen’s Park Residents’ Association.

People are invited to dress in style from the 1920s to the 2020s and head to The Groves from 12.30pm to 5pm.

Entertainment will be provided in the bandstand by Matt Baker and the choir, the Handbag of Harmonies, the classic and contemporary country music duo Tennessee Waltz, two Ukrainian dancers and more. Matt is the University of Chester’s Director of Music. In addition, Storyhouse Theatre in the Park will be linking up with the event with its own activities.

A traditional afternoon tea will also be offered at a pop-up tearoom at the University’s Queen’s Park site, home to Chester Business School, where innovative courses and opportunities are kickstarting future careers. The afternoon tea will be served at the Brasserie de Gaulle in Churchill House, with panoramic views of the River Dee. Tickets need to be booked by July 1, by calling:

01244 513011

A one-day-only display of beautiful fish motif bunting can also be seen on the bridge during the celebration. Pupils from the whole of Overleigh St Mary’s Primary School were involved in the creation of the charming artwork.

The Queen’s Park Bridge was designed by city engineer and surveyor, Charles Greenwood and opened by the Mayor of Chester, Sheriff and Aldermen, on April 18, 1923. The landmark suspension bridge connects The Groves with the Queen’s Park area of Chester.

Pictured - The Queen’s Park Bridge.