Welcome 

Chester Residents’ Associations Group (CRAG) is an umbrella community organisation based in the historic city of Chester in Cheshire, UK.

Formed in 2019, CRAG comprises of over 20 residents’ groups from within – and nearby – the city walls. We welcome new members, because our voice and influence are stronger together.

Our mission? To make Chester an even better place to live, work and visit. We aim to do this through active citizenship and positive partnership.

Working with local stakeholders, CRAG is developing strategies and proposals to help address the top five issues identified by our members:-

  • Communication
  • Public Realm
  • Traffic Management
  • One City Plan
  • Youth
  • Foundations

Members’ Meeting Dates 2026:

All meetings will start at 7pm and be held at Bishop Lloyd’s Palace Watergate Row.

Q1: Tuesday 28th April.
Q2: Tuesday 30th June
Q3: Tuesday 22nd September (AGM).
Q4: Thursday 10th December (Note: this date may change).

Additionally, we are currently working on the CRAG26 Conference. Details to be confirmed.

CRAG enhances the ability of Chester residents to engage with key stakeholders at a more strategic level.
Mike Hogg

Chair, CRAG