Dee House, Georgian office building in Cheshire West and Chester, England.
Description
Dee House is a Georgian building built around 1730 in Cheshire West and Chester with classical proportions and 18th-century details. It features symmetrical facades and retains original elements such as the entrance hall and staircase, though Victorian extensions later expanded the structure.
History
The building was erected around 1730 for James Comberbach, Mayor of Chester, and later repurposed by Roman Catholic nuns. In 1867 architect Edmund Kirby added a classroom and chapel, reflecting the property's changing use over time.
Culture
The building stands above remains of the Chester Amphitheatre and gained religious significance after Roman Catholic nuns acquired it in 1854. The spaces reflect the faith-based use that shaped the property for over a century.
Practical
The building is not currently open to the public and is being evaluated by Cheshire West and Chester Council for potential redevelopment. Visitors can view the property from outside to observe the Georgian architecture and Victorian additions visible on the facade.
Did you know?
The property sits above archaeological remains of the ancient Chester Amphitheatre, an important Roman structure of the area. This layered history makes the house a place where multiple eras converge in both architecture and use.
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