Hills, rivers and history are intertwined in North East Wales. With Iron Age hill-forts atop strategic peaks, historic river crossings and bustling trading posts deep in the valleys, North East Wales is a delight to explore, from Flint with its Castle and scenic foreshore walks, Wrexham with its bustling street festivals and arts scene and Llangollen with its canals, steam railway and International Eisteddfod celebrating peace in the world.
A great day out at Mold markets – the biggest and best street market in North Wales. The town’s retail offer is complimented with a great range of independent shops and growing hospitality sector that boasts something for every taste. Home of the acclaimed Theatr Clwyd with a full programme of shows and theatrical performances.
Uniquely nestled between England to the East and the Land of the Welsh Princes to the West, this has moulded its history and landscape; It has –
- Castles galore; Dinas Bran, Chirk, Ruthin, Ewloe, Flint, Denbigh, Rhuddlan
- Industrial Heritage from Brymbo Ironworks to Greenfield Valley Heritage Park
- Pilgrims Trails over the Hills, Holy Wells, Monasteries,
- An 11-mile UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal
- An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” criss-crossed with Paths through heather clad hills peppered with numerous Iron Age Hill Forts .
- A great food offering
- AND two National Trust properties - Erddig & Chirk Castle
This cultural backdrop is perfect for the active visitors with offers of walking along Offas Dyke and beyond – or even walk around the whole of Wales by joining with the Wales Coastal Path or Cycling one of the UK Top 100 road trails there are many in the area; Or just perfect to drink in the views and the heritage.
The magnificent mountains easily seen from afar attract day visitors to cross the border – BUT there is so much to do, and experience; a warm welcome is waiting for those who stay.
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