Chester is a cathedral city located in Cheshire, northwest England, situated on the River Dee near the England–Wales border. According to the 2021 census, the city's built-up area had a population of 92,760, making it the most populous settlement in the borough of Cheshire West and Chester and the second-largest settlement in Cheshire overall, after Warrington. Chester serves as the historic county town of Cheshire.
The city's notable features include its status as a cathedral city and its strategic location on the River Dee, which has historically played a significant role in the area's development and commerce. The proximity to the Welsh border has also influenced Chester's historical importance as a trading and administrative center.