North Wales Landmarks

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   Geomon UNESCO Global Geopark

   Type

   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

   Type

   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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   Talacre Beach - Point of Ayr Lighthouse

   Type

   Type:

   Beach

   HOLYWELL

   Talacre is a sandy beach on the North Wales coast.

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   Portmeirion Village

   Type

   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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   Plas Brondanw

   Type

   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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   Llandudno Promenade

   Type

   Type:

   Viewpoint

   Llandudno

   A Victorian seaside resort, largest holiday resort in Wales.

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   Llanfair Slate Caverns

   Type

   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

   Type

   Type:

   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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   St Asaph Cathedral

   Type

   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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    Beaumaris Castle

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    Type:

    Castle / Fort

    BEAUMARIS

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

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    Rhuddlan Castle

    Type

    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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    Zip World Llechwedd

    Type

    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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    Corris Mine Explorers

    Type

    Type:

    Cave

    MACHYNLLETH

    Follow in the footsteps of Victorian slate miners with one of our expert guides. You’ll experience the broad tunnels and cavernous chambers where the world’s finest slate was excavated by both hand and explosive, before being shipped around the…

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    Valle Crucis Abbey

    Type

    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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    Plas Mawr

    Type

    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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    St Dyfnog’s Holy well

    Type

    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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    Conwy Town Walls

    Type

    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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    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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    Stori Brymbo

    Type

    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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    Beaumaris Pier

    Type

    Type:

    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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