North Wales Landmarks

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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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   The Dee Bridge

   Type

   Type:

   Historic Site

   LLANGOLLEN

   The Dee licks the angled buttresses of Llangollen’s weighty Gothic bridge, which has spanned the River since fourteenth century. The bridge that stands today dates from the 16th century. The bridge was originally built for pack horses and has been…

3. 

   

   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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   Greenfield Valley Trust Ltd

   Type

   Type:

   Heritage / Visitor Centre

   HOLYWELL

   An award winning 70 acre Country Park featuring ancient monuments and industrial history.

5. 

   

   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 Deiniol's Cathedral Bangor

   Type

   Type:

   Cathedral / Minister

   BANGOR

   Founded by St Deiniol 1,499 years ago, we've been a cathedral for longer than anywhere else in the UK.  Bangor Cathedral has been here through almost a millennium and a half of Welsh history, from being the burial place of Welsh princes to a home…

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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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   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.

9. 

   

   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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    Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

    Type

    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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    Pont y Pair Bridge

    Type

    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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    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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    Barclodiad y Gawres

    Type

    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.

14. 

    

    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!

15. 

    

    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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    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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    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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    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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    Talacre Beach - Point of Ayr Lighthouse

    Type

    Type:

    Beach

    HOLYWELL

    Talacre is a sandy beach on the North Wales coast.

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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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