yeah, I would say the same. Town was almost empty and closed by 4pm on Sunday.

There are quite a few different stalls outside near by the forum shopping centre and the cathedral the atmosphere is great! Christmas lights are lovely in Chester very pretty! Hope this helps

Only just seen your question.... yes normal hours 10/11-4pm for most

Hello sorry for delay in replying you have probably been there by now. They are on two levels access to upper levels is mostly by stairs suggest you contact Chester tourist office to see if there are places you can get up easily. I work in an old Theatre without a lift we have lots of people who come with mobility problems my advice is if you take it slowly and carefully you'll get up the stairs. Good luck !