North Wales Landmarks

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   Zip World Llechwedd

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   Type:

   Adrenaline Adventure

   BLAENAU FFESTINIOG

   Zip World Llechwedd is an adventure destination in North Wales that you simply can’t replicate anywhere else - 7 adventures await in this truly unique location.
   

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   Barclodiad y Gawres

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   TY CROES

   Barclodiad y Gawres "The Giantess's Apronful" is a type of monument known as a decorated Cruciform Passage Grave, and its location here in Anglesey makes it very unusual. Tombs of this type are usually only found in Ireland.

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   Conwy Town Walls

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   CONWY

   Conwy is a town rich in history dominated by its 13th-century castle built by Edward I. The walled town of Conwy overlooks the estuary of the River Conwy over towards Deganwy. The town is home to one of Wales’ largest recreational boating harbours.…

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   Llanfair Slate Caverns

   Type

   Type:

   Cave

   HARLECH

   Slate mine tourist attraction and Children's farm park, play area, nature trail, shop and cafe.

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   Tŵr Mawr - Ynys Llanddwyn Island

   Type

   Type:

   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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   Geomon UNESCO Global Geopark

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   Type:

   Enviromental Attraction

   Gawerwen

   Geomon, a Global Geopark on Anglesey/Ynys Mon, home to one of the world's top 100 geosites.

   It is a region of exceptional geological significance and geoheritage with 1.8 billion years of Earth history, the oldest fossils in England and Wales, and…

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   Penmon Point Beach

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   Type:

   Lighthouse

   BEAUMARIS

   On the outskirts of Beaumaris town is Penmon Point, a dog friendly beach with a small café. Here you will find fantastic views of Puffin Island, The Great Orme and Snowdon. Car park is available next to the café.

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   St Asaph Cathedral

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   Type:

   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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   Bodrhyddan Hall

   Type

   Type:

   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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    Nantclwyd y Dre

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    Type:

    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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    Nantclwyd y Dre Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Garden

    Ruthin

    15th Century Timber Hall House and newly restored walled gardens dating for Medieval times.

    Features such as the rose pergola, nuttery, and flowery meads demonstrate the gardens; histrois uses - for medicine, cooking and sensory pleasure. The…

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    Rhuddlan Castle

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    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    Rhyl

    Rhuddlan may not be as well known as some of North Wales castles, yet it shares much in common with its illustrioius neighbours. Like Caernarfon and Conwy, it was built as one of the 'iron ring' of fortresses by Edward I.

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    Llandudno Promenade

    Type

    Type:

    Viewpoint

    Llandudno

    A Victorian seaside resort, largest holiday resort in Wales.

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    Zip World Penrhyn Quarry

    Type

    Type:

    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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    Pont y Pair Bridge

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    Type:

    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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    Type:

    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    BRYMBO

    Stori Brymbo: Nature | Industry | People

    From Ancient Roots to a Vibrant Future – Discover 300 Million Years of History and Innovation.

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    Plas Mawr

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    Type:

    Historic House / Palace

    Conwy

    Never was a building better named. Plas Mawr, or the Great Hall, is quite simply the finest surviving Elizabethan town house anywhere in Britain.

    This was a golden age when fabulously wealthy merchants invested in mansions, rich fittings and lavish…

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    Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

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    Type:

    Industrial Archaeology

    LLANGOLLEN

    Designed and built by Thomas Telford and Williams Jessop, Pontcysyllte means 'the bridge that connects' and is 'the jewel in the crown' of our World Heritage Site, a magnet for those who want to experience one of the most remarkable achievements of…

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    Ruthin Gaol

    Type

    Type:

    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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    Rug Chapel

    Type

    Type:

    Church / Chapel

    Corwen

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

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