North Wales Landmarks

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   Penrhosfeilw Standing Stones

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   Historic Site

   Holyhead

   Bronze Age standing stones shrouded in mystery

   Very little is known about the origins of this pair of standing stones. Erected during the Bronze Age, they stand roughly 10ft/3m high and 11ft/3.3m apart. One persistent myth says that they were once…

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   Castell Dinas Bran

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   Historic Site

   LLANGOLLEN

   Along the valley’s floor, the waters of the River Dee cut a wide arc around the base of Castell Dinas Bran, a conical tor surmounted by the evocative ruins of a native Welsh castle, built in the 1230s, above the town of Llangollen. Believed to have…

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   Caer Gybi Roman Fort

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   Historic Site

   Holyhead

   Northern military outpost in a strategic coastal location

   Dating back to the 3rd century, Caer Gybi’s position on low cliffs overlooking the sea suggests it was part of a coastal network of defences, possibly linked to the late Roman watchtower at…

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   Segontium Roman Fort & Museum

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   Historic Site

   Caernarfon

   Remains of an auxiliary Roman fort, probably established in the late 70s A.D. and modified through to the late fourth century. Adjacent to the Roman fort is Segontium Roman Museum, which is run by an independent trust, Segontium Cyf.

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   Llandudno Promenade

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   Viewpoint

   Llandudno

   A Victorian seaside resort, largest holiday resort in Wales.

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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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   Denbigh Town Walls

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   Historic Site

   Denbigh

   The first line of defence for Denbigh’s medieval castle

   The rocky outcrop that’s home to Denbigh’s castle and town walls was once the site of a stronghold belonging to Welsh prince Dafydd ap Gruffydd, though the remains that stand today are the…

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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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   Caer y Twr Roman Watchtower

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   Historic Site

   Holyhead

   Iron Age settlement in a spectacular mountaintop location

   Perched at the summit of Holyhead Mountain with expansive views in all directions, it’s easy to see why our Iron Age ancestors chose this spot. The rampart walls still stand 10ft/3m high and…

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    Conwy Town Walls

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    Historic Site

    CONWY

    Walking the walls of a World Heritage Site

    Part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site that includes spectacular castles at Beaumaris, Harlech and here in Conwy, these town walls are among the finest and most complete in Europe. Stretching almost…

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    Beaumaris Pier

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    Pier

    BEAUMARIS

    Beaumaris Pier was originally opened in 1846 but was rebuilt in 1872. The pier is great for crabbing and is close to the town centre and facilities and car parking nearby.

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    Minera Lead Mines and Country Park

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    Heritage / Visitor Centre

    WREXHAM

    Discover the story of the leadminers of Minera, the village named after the ore beneath. Great heritage set in a country park below Minera Mountain and ideal starting point for walking the Clywedog trail.

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    Barclodiad y Gawres Chambered Tomb

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    Historic Site

    Llanfaelog

    An atmospheric tomb with rare examples of prehistoric art

    Barclodiad y Gawres (‘The Giantess’s Apronful’ in English) gives a revealing – and surprising – glimpse into the lives of our ancient ancestors. Perched in a spectacular cliffside location,…

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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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    Talacre Beach - Point of Ayr Lighthouse

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    Beach

    HOLYWELL

    Talacre is a sandy beach on the North Wales coast.

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    Barclodiad y Gawres

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    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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    Valle Crucis Abbey

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    Abbey / Priory

    Llangollen

    Valle Crucis was truly Welsh from the moment it was founded in 1201 by Prince Madog ap Gruffydd and the ‘white monks’ of the Cistercian order.

    Its Latin name (Valley of the Cross) refers to the nearby ninth-century Pillar of Eliseg, erected for the…

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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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    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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    Portmeirion Village

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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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