Intriguing Places
Our location offers a perfect mix of history, adventure, and charm. From dramatic castles with their rich history & quirky tales to the awe‑inspiring UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the UK’s leading metal sculpture park to the vibrant international music festival. Visitors can enjoy both breathtaking landscapes and cultural wonders.
LLangollen
One of the most atmospheric places to visit. Llangollen is amazing, especially if you love the outdoors. The Llangollen History Trail is excellent, taking you along the canal to Horseshoe Falls, then to the ruins of Valle Crucis Abbey and Castell Dinas Bran high above Llangollen. There are an astonishing range of cafés, bars & restaurants to relax in.
Castles and Aquaducts
Dramatic medieval castles such as Powis and Chirk castle with lavish rooms and superb collections of furniture, paintings and tapestries are close by. Wander amongst the scents and seasonal colours of the rare shrubs and flowers in their stunning gardens.
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - the most captivating UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world known as the ‘stream in the sky’ towers 38 metres above the River Dee. Boat trips, canoeing & kayaking are available across the aqueduct.
British Ironworks
Artistic metal sculptures will captivate your imagination & inspire you. Whether it be the 'spoon gorilla' made from 40,000 spoons or the world famous ‘knife angel’ or the ‘Incredible Hulk’ just to name a few. It is unbelievable!
