North Wales Landmarks

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   St Asaph Cathedral

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   Cathedral / Minister

   ST ASAPH

   Reputed to be the smallest ancient Cathedral in Britain. Magnificent architecture and stained glass windows. Contains the Bishop William Morgan Welsh Bible of 1588. A living working place of worship as well as a visitor attraction.

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   Plas Brondanw

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   Historic Site

   Penrhyndeudraeth, Portmeirion

   Portmeirion Village and Gardens on the shores of Snowdonia makes a magical day out for all the family. Shops, cafes, beaches and woodland walks.

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   The Dee Bridge

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   Historic Site

   LLANGOLLEN

   The Dee licks the angled buttresses of Llangollen’s weighty Gothic bridge, which has spanned the River since fourteenth century. The bridge that stands today dates from the 16th century. The bridge was originally built for pack horses and has been…

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   Bodrhyddan Hall

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   Garden

   RHUDDLAN

   Bodrhyddan Hall is a Grade I listed building and has been the home of Lord Langford and his family for over 500 years. Set in several acres of stunning formal gardens and reclaimed woodland, the house is one of the few remaining family-owned stately…

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   Pont y Pair Bridge

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   Historic Site

   BETWS-Y-COED

   Pont y Pair Bridge was originally built around 1500, before Thomas Telford built the Conwy suspension bridge, the Pont y Pair Bridge became an important bridge, as people were diverted to cross the river Conwy here. The bridge is still a main…

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   Stori Brymbo

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   Heritage / Visitor Centre

   BRYMBO

   Developing heritage attraction in Brymbo, Wrexham, telling a 300 million year story from ancient fossil forest to ironworks, steelworks and the Industrial Revolution. Fully opening in June 2026. Closed after Easter until then, with only occasional…

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   Zip World Penrhyn Quarry

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   Adrenaline Adventure

   BETHESDA

   Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 5 Adventures.    Soar through the skies at Zip World Penrhyn Quarry on the world’s fastest zip line, enjoy karting adventures, or explore historical tours in the breathtaking setting of a historic slate quarry.

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   Ellseg's Pillar

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   Historic Site

   Llangollen

   Unpicking the mysteries of this early Christian cross

   Erected in the first half of the 9th century in a prominent position on a Bronze Age burial cairn, all that remains of this cross is the rounded lower shaft. The inscription that decorates the…

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   Rug Chapel

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   Church / Chapel

   Corwen

   A rare example of a little-altered private chapel of the 17th century.

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    Trefignath Chambered Tomb

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    Historic Site

    Holyhead

    A trio of tombs

    Despite their proximity to one another, this trio of Neolithic (New Stone Age) tombs were raised in distinctly different periods. The earliest chamber at the site’s western end is a simple box-like structure surrounded by a cairn of…

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    Ruthin Gaol

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    Historic Site

    Ruthin

    Explore Ruthin Gaol - one of North Wales' most fascinating buildings. From 1654 to 1916 thousands of prisoners - men, women and children, innocent and guilty passed through its gates. Now it's your turn!

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    Llandudno Pier

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    Pier

    LLANDUDNO

    Llandudno Pier is the premier attraction to visit whilst on holiday in Llandudno, a fantastic holiday venue in Wales. We are Wales’ longest Pier and offer superb views, concessions, a relaxing stroll and excellent food stalls.

    Relax, and enjoy the…

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    Caernarfon Town Walls & Porth Mawr Tower

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    Historic Site

    CAERNARFON

    Don’t overlook Caernarfon’s medieval town walls. Visitors flock here, of course, to see the world-famous fortress. But Caernarfon’s story is not complete without including a chapter on its ring of ancient walls. They were an essential part of King…

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    St Peter's Square

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    Historic Site

    RUTHIN

    Perched on top of a hill, all roads into Ruthin seem to lead to St Peter’s Square in the centre. Visitors come here to admire the mix of architectural styles, the excellent specialist shops, and good eating places.St Peter’s Square has more listed…

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    St Dyfnog’s Holy well

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    Historic Site

    DENBIGH

    St Dyfnog’s Holy well is also nearby, though it is a very simple site today, the well was said to have been lined with marble in the 18th century, with statues arranged around the outside, and there were changing rooms for pilgrims so they could…

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    Nantclwyd y Dre

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    Historic Site

    Ruthin

    Come and step into history! Tickle the ivories, become a Victorian chef, put on some period finery and take a turn in the tranquil gardens with vintage teacup in hand! At Nantclwyd y Dre you are invited to make yourself at home in history and…

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    Tŵr Mawr - Ynys Llanddwyn Island

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    Lighthouse

    BODORGAN

    Built in the early 1800's, Twr Mawr was modelled on the windmills of Anglesey. It marks the Western entrance to the Menai Strait, and is situated on a small tidal island named Ynys Llanddwyn just off the West Coast of Anglesey.

    The name…

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    Yr Ysgwrn

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    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    BLAENAU FFESTINIOG

    Set against the beautiful Snowdonia National Park backdrop, Yr Ysgwrn is a traditional Welsh stone farmhouse that has become a national symbol of the losses of the First World War, Welsh-language bardic culture and rural Welsh life.

    It is best…

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    Llandudno Promenade

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    Type:

    Viewpoint

    Llandudno

    A Victorian seaside resort, largest holiday resort in Wales.

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    South Stack

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    Lighthouse

    HOLYHEAD

    South Stack is one of Anglesey’s must-see landscapes. Situated on Holy Island, it is Anglesey’s most westerly point, 3 miles to the west of Holyhead. The lighthouse was built in 1809 to mark the tiny island and is reached by a descent of 400 steps…

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