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Nicola Watkinson

@nicolaw22.bsky.social

Former librarian. Now Chester Green Badge Tour Guide / Liverpool City Region Blue Badge Tour Guide. Also interested in athletics, cats 🐈 and the Eurovision Song Contest.

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Black and white billboard on a brick wall in Liverpool shows Freddy Mercury on stage, with the caption THANK GOD FOR IMMIGRANTS

Black and white billboard on a brick wall in Liverpool shows Freddy Mercury on stage, with the caption THANK GOD FOR IMMIGRANTS

Great billboard in Liverpool.

01.11.2025 16:21 β€” πŸ‘ 283    πŸ” 49    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 2
Abakhan Fabrics shop display of dresses, red brick building on the corner of a busy street

Abakhan Fabrics shop display of dresses, red brick building on the corner of a busy street

Chester is one of the best retail destinations in north west England & I particularly like this "Great British Sewing Bee" display from Abakhan!
Chester's famous Rows could be described as an original shopping mall!

Find out more on a Chester Tour walking tour www.chestertours.org.uk

10.10.2025 17:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Abakhan Fabrics shop display of dresses, red brick building on the corner of a busy street

Abakhan Fabrics shop display of dresses, red brick building on the corner of a busy street

Chester is one of the best retail destinations in north west England & I particularly like this "Great British Sewing Bee" display from Abakhan!
Chester's famous Rows could be described as an original shopping mall!

Find out more on a Chester Tour walking tour www.chestertours.org.uk

10.10.2025 17:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Chester Walking Tours – Explore the city of Chester

Chester has the most complete city walls in the country. Explore with me and find out more on a Chester Tour walking tour. This month Mon 22nd / Tues 30th 10.30am / 2pm & Sun 28th 2pm

Book online at chestertours.org.uk or Β£12pp cash. Meet by statue opposite Chester Town Hall, Northgate Street

18.09.2025 14:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

#QualifiedToGuide
#BritainsBestGuides
#Chester
#WalkingTour
#ToursWithNicola

10.08.2025 15:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Sandstone former defensive town wall with small gate on the left. Railings on left hand side. Sunny day with sunlight coming through and leafy green trees ahead

Sandstone former defensive town wall with small gate on the left. Railings on left hand side. Sunny day with sunlight coming through and leafy green trees ahead

Sunlight on the Chester Walls - one of my favourite views. Join me on a walking tour to find out about this spot & much more. My tours for the rest of August:
- Wed. 13th at 2pm
- Tues. 26th at 2pm
- Fri. 29th at 10.30am

Book online at chestertours.org.uk or meet me by the Town Hall statue Β£12pp

10.08.2025 15:29 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Myself and some of the other Liverpool City Region Blue Badge Guides met the Lord Mayor of Liverpool in the Town Hall today. She wished to congratulate us on our recent exam success and to thank us for everything we do to support tourism in the region.

Our pleasure!

#Liverpool #QualifiedToGuide

06.08.2025 16:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Https://www.chestertours.org.uk

02.07.2025 07:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Https://www.chestertours.org.uk

02.07.2025 07:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
View of Addleshaw Bell Tower (topped with blue / grey slate from north Wales). View of Chester Cathedral Memorial garden

View of Addleshaw Bell Tower (topped with blue / grey slate from north Wales). View of Chester Cathedral Memorial garden

Chester is a great city to explore. Join me on a Chester Tour walking tour. During July at the following times: 8th 10.30am or 2pm, 21st at 2pm, 25th 10.30am or 31st 2pm. Book online at chestertours.org or meet me by the Town Hall steps. Up to 2 accompanied children under 16 years free of charge

01.07.2025 14:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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completely unhinged presenting.

i have now concluded she's amazing. #eurovision

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There are still places on our tour of #Roman #Chester: find out why the city wall collapses; how you can still trace vanished sections of the Roman wall in the townscape; how Chester was far hillier than it is now; and the significance of Minerva and her intriguing afterlife.

12.05.2025 20:14 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

#Portugal - gorgeous song.
Portugal always sends something a bit different - never change!
#Eurovision #ESC2025

13.05.2025 19:46 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
View of the ruins of Chester amphitheatre from the east entrance

View of the ruins of Chester amphitheatre from the east entrance

Chester's Roman amphitheatre is the largest to be found in the UK, holding up to 7000 spectators. Find out more with me on a #Chester #WalkingTour - Mon. 12 May 10.30am / 2pm or Thurs. 15 May 2pm. Β£12pp - you can book online at chestertours.org or join me by the Town Hall steps.
#QualifiedToGuide

11.05.2025 07:51 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A large group of well-dressed men standing on the steps of a grand building.

A large group of well-dressed men standing on the steps of a grand building.

In 1929, a huge international conference of librarians took place in Italy. Delegates were treated like celebrities. They were invited EVERYWHERE as special guests - including the Vatican Library, where they enjoyed an audience with the Pope.
#PubLibs πŸ’™πŸ“š
πŸ“· Yale University Library

09.05.2025 08:19 β€” πŸ‘ 48    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A poster announcing Chester Heritage Festival, which features a woman and three men dressed as Roman gladiators, walking down a street towards the viewer.

A poster announcing Chester Heritage Festival, which features a woman and three men dressed as Roman gladiators, walking down a street towards the viewer.

The 2025 #ChesterHeritageFestival line-up has been announced and there are more events on their way before the launch on Saturday 24th May! Don't miss out, some events have limited spaces, book now at πŸ‘‰ www.chesterheritagefestival.com

#ChesterHeritageFestival2025 #ChesterAwakes #Chester #Cheshire

07.05.2025 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Back view of Chester Town Hall showing side without a clockface

Back view of Chester Town Hall showing side without a clockface

Why is there no clockface on this side of the tower? Find out why & other quirky facts on a @ChesterTour walking tour.

My tours in May:
Mon. 5th 10.30am
Mon. 12th 10.30am / 2pm
Thurs. 15th 2pm

Tickets Β£12 from www.chestertours.org.uk or meet me at the Town Hall steps (this side has a clock)!

02.05.2025 16:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Back view of Chester Town Hall showing side without a clockface

Back view of Chester Town Hall showing side without a clockface

Why is there no clockface on this side of the tower? Find out why & other quirky facts on a @ChesterTour walking tour.

My tours in May:
Mon. 5th 10.30am
Mon. 12th 10.30am / 2pm
Thurs. 15th 2pm

Tickets Β£12 from www.chestertours.org.uk or meet me at the Town Hall steps (this side has a clock)!

02.05.2025 16:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ United Kingdom: Remember Monday Release Cover of "HΓΊsavΓ­k (My Hometown)" - Eurovoix Remember Monday, the United Kingdom's entrants for this year's Eurovision Song Contest, have released a cover of "HΓΊsavΓ­k (My Hometown)”.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ #UnitedKingdom: Remember Monday Release Cover of "HΓΊsavΓ­k (My Hometown)" #Eurovision eurovoix.com/2025/04/25/r...

25.04.2025 13:21 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Looking down Godstall Lane, Chester on a sunny day

Looking down Godstall Lane, Chester on a sunny day

Godstall Lane - one of Chester's original medieval lanes. Find out more with me on a #Chester Walking Tour πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈtomorrow at 2pm or Wednesday 10.30am. Β£12 per person with up to 2 accompanied children under 16 free of charge. You can book online at chestertours.org or join me by the Town Hall steps.

21.04.2025 16:33 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Model of a crocodile on the roof of Hickory's, Chester

Model of a crocodile on the roof of Hickory's, Chester

🐊 Crocodiles in Chester? Come with me and discover more on a #Chester Walking Tour, tomorrow at 10.30am. You can book online at www.chestertours.org.uk or join me by the Town Hall steps.

We might see a #CheshireCat too!

11.04.2025 10:08 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Trainee Liverpool City Tour Guide students standing outside a coach having just completed final exam.

Trainee Liverpool City Tour Guide students standing outside a coach having just completed final exam.

Last exam of Liverpool City Region Blue Badge Tour Guide completed. Fingers crossed for no resits so that I can start to guide in the region as well as Chester!
#ToursWithNicola
#Chester

06.04.2025 17:17 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for sharing x

22.02.2025 06:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Poppy Fields by Lexmuralis at @chestercathedral.bsky.social until February 22nd. Stunning and poignant.
#chester #poppies #weshallnotforget

18.02.2025 21:37 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A  Robin is perched on a weathered wooden surface, its bright orange-red breast puffed up and beak wide open in full song. The blurred background creates a soft gradient of earthy tones, making the Robin stand out. With its legs firmly planted and feathers fluffed, it looks as if it’s passionately delivering an important message to the world.

A Robin is perched on a weathered wooden surface, its bright orange-red breast puffed up and beak wide open in full song. The blurred background creates a soft gradient of earthy tones, making the Robin stand out. With its legs firmly planted and feathers fluffed, it looks as if it’s passionately delivering an important message to the world.

"Everybody - wake up! It's the #BigGardenBirdwatch!"

Will you be taking part today? πŸ‘€πŸŒ³

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Poster for an event

Poster for an event

Please join us for this special occasion.

17.01.2025 11:12 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Keely Hodgkinson wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024 Olympic 800m gold medallist Keely Hodgkinson is voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2024.

www.bbc.co.uk/sport/articl...

Great night for Greater Manchester / Wigan!

Team of the year - Wigan Warriors

Coach(es) of the year - Faster Feet (Jenny Meadows / Trevor Painter)

#SPOTY - Keely Hodgkinson

17.12.2024 21:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thoroughly recommend! #Chester

17.12.2024 08:37 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Black Friday Sale | 30% Off Membership | Picturehouse Cinemas Our Black Friday 2024 Sale is here! From Friday 29 Nov to Monday 2 Dec, save 30% on the first year of any annual subscription Picturehouse Membership.

The team at #Chester Picturehouse have been brilliant this year, hosting various Heritage Festival events. If you've not been in, it's a great #cinema with a lovely little cafe, and right now you can join with a 30% discount. https://www.picturehouses.com/blog/black-friday-sale-30-off-membership

01.12.2024 12:03 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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