Chester’s summer “attractions week” style giveaway is back, offering free tickets to a mix of local days out and activities — the sort of things that normally compete for your weekend budget like the cinema, a river cruise, or a round of mini golf. It runs for five weeks from 27 July to 30 August, with over 1,000 tickets available across participating venues, so it’s more like a timed release than an open-ended freebie.

How do you actually get the free tickets — and what’s the catch?

Expect limited allocations and specific time slots, with tickets typically claimed online and snapped up quickly once each week’s batch goes live. It’s best treated as a “be ready at launch time” situation, rather than something you’ll grab casually on the day. Some attractions may require advance booking, and you’ll want to check any age limits, accessibility notes, and whether extras (snacks, upgrades, additional players) are excluded.

  • Date window: 27 July to 30 August (five weeks)
  • Quantity: 1,000+ tickets across attractions
  • Activities mentioned: cinema tickets, river cruise, mini golf