North Wales Landmarks

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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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   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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   Castell Dinas Bran

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   Type:

   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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   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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   Ruthin Gaol

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   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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   Plas Brondanw

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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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   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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   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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   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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    Llandudno Promenade

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    Type:

    Viewpoint

    Llandudno

    A Victorian seaside resort, largest holiday resort in Wales.

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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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    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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    Nantclwyd y Dre

    Type

    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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    Basingwerk Abbey

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    Type:

    Historic Site

    HOLYWELL

    Substantial remains of Cistercian abbey, originally founded as a house of the order of Savigny in 1131, and remodelled in the thirteenth century and later.

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    Llandudno Pier

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    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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    South Stack

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    Type:

    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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    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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    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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    Minera Lead Mines and Country Park

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    Type:

    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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    Little Star Trip Boat

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    Type:

    Boat Trip

    Trevor, Wrexham

    Anglo Welsh's trip boat 'Little Star' offers the chance to enjoy a skippered boat tour across the UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

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