Dale Barracks

Dale Barracks is a military installation in Chester established in 1939 on land that was formerly occupied by Moston Hall. The compound contains multiple buildings, training facilities, and accommodation for hundreds of serving personnel across its grounds.

The barracks was built in 1939 on the former estate of Moston Hall and served as a Machine Gun Training Centre during World War II. After the war, it developed into a major garrison for various British regiments and military units.

The regimental museum displays uniforms and equipment from different eras, telling the story of units stationed here over time. Visitors can witness the connection between this facility and the local community through regular military ceremonies and public events.

Access to the barracks is restricted as it remains an active military facility, so visits require advance permission from the authorities. Contact ahead to confirm access conditions and inquire about any available guided tours or special visiting hours.

The site preserves Moston Hall, a Georgian country house from 1789 that was repurposed as a military hospital during World War I. This rare survival from before the barracks existed shows how the location transformed over time to serve different military purposes.

Location: Chester

Inception: 1939

GPS coordinates: 53.22528,-2.89500

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:23