North Wales Landmarks

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   Trefignath Chambered Tomb

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   Type:

   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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   Beaumaris Castle

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   Castle / Fort

   BEAUMARIS

   Beaumaris Castle was commissioned by Edward 1st during his conquest of Wales in the 13th century.

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   Llanfair Slate Caverns

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   Type:

   Cave

   HARLECH

   Step into a historic slate mine in Llanfair, Eryri, with a self-guided underground route through large caverns and tunnels made over 100 years ago. Bring a torch, then finish with a visit to the on-site cafe and view wonderful coastal views.

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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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   Dyffryn Ardudwy Chambererd Tomb

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   Harlech

   Neighbouring tombs built several generations apart

   Located on a hillside overlooking Cardigan Bay, the pair of tombs at this Neolithic (New Stone Age) burial site were built in two distinct stages. The smaller chamber to the west came first. This…

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   Maen Achwyfan Cross

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   Holywell

   The art of the Vikings

   Maen Achwyfan is a particularly fine early Christian cross standing 11ft/3.4m high, probably dating from the late 10th century in commemoration of a person or event. Fashioned from one single stone, it features a circular…

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   Portmeirion Village

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   Type:

   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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   Bodowyr Chambered Tomb

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   Llanfairpwll

   Neolithic standing stones still shrouded in mystery

   Standing on a hillock backed by panoramic views of Eryri (Snowdonia), Bodowyr is a striking landmark. The massive, mushroom-shaped capstone was originally supported by four tall standing stones,…

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   Segontium Roman Fort & Museum

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   Type:

   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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    St Dyfnog’s Holy well

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    Type:

    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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    Tŵr Mawr - Ynys Llanddwyn Island

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    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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    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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    Valle Crucis Abbey

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    Type:

    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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    Presaddfed Chambered Tomb

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    Type:

    Historic Site

    Bodedern

    Two of a kind

    Sitting in a field close to the southern end of Llyn Llywenan, the largest natural lake on Anglesey, this pair of Neolithic (New Stone Age) tombs sit just 7ft/21.m apart. Despite their closeness, the tombs’ alignment leaves no space…

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    Din Llugwy Romano-British Village

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    Type:

    Historic Site

    Moelfre

    Revealing late Roman settlement – but was it originally from the Iron Age?

    Covering an area of more than a quarter of a football pitch, this fascinating ancient village features the remains of two round huts and several rectangular buildings…

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    St Winefrids Shrine & Well

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    Type:

    Church / Chapel

    HOLYWELL

    Still a popular place of pilgrimage

    The holy well at St Winefride’s has been a place of pilgrimage since at least 1115. It is said to spring from the spot where 7th-century Welsh abbot St Beuno brought his niece Winefride back to life, though it’s…

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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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    Yr Ysgwrn

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    Type:

    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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    Bodrhyddan Hall

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    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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    Ty Newydd Chambered Tomb

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    Type:

    Historic Site

    Llanfaelog

    Prehistoric art and arrowheads

    Though its wedge-shaped 12ft/3.7m by 5ft/1.5m capstone is now partially held up by brick supports, Tŷ Newydd still cuts an impressive sight. The tomb was once covered by a round cairn, now marked out by the small…

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