National Trust
Chirk Castle is the last Welsh castle from the reign of Edward 1; Erddig an early 18th century country house and Penrhyn Castle with its one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria’s visit are all a short drive away. Bodnant Gardens near Llandudno are also well worth a trip. Visit in May to see the famous laburnum arch or in Spring to see the azaleas and rhododendrons at their best. See www.nationaltrust.org.uk for further information.
Family Days Out
feeding the pigs
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park makes an excellent family day-out. Chance to explore and experience life from a previous era. Have fun watching the animals or get lost in the maze. Bring a picnic or have tea in the tearooms. Have a look at the website for information on the various activities throughout the season.
Places to visit within a few miles are St Winifride’s Well in Holywell, castles at Rhuddlan, Denbigh and Flint, Rhyl Sun Centre.
Ladies who Lunch
Afonwen Craft and Antique Centre, St Asaph Cathedral, Bodelwyddan Castle and Church, and for those who love to stitch and sew, Abakhan Warehouse with its array of ribbons, bows, buttons, fabrics, craft items and wool is an aladdin’s cave to be explored.
Walking and Cycling
There is a huge choice of walking and cycling routes nearby. The world famous Offa’s Dyke National Trail starts (or ends) nearby in Prestatyn while the Clwydian Range has routes to suit every ability. We are also on the ‘sustrans’ cycle route for East Flintshire www.sustrans.org.uk.
Conwy Castle
Slightly Further Afield
Slightly further afield but all within a half hour’s gentle drive are Conwy Castle and the walled town of Conwy, Llandudno with its Victorian Arcades and promenade and Chester, a Roman walled city with its unique medieval Rows of shops.
We are close to the A55 Expressway which means Snowdonia can be reached in an hour, Holyhead is 90 minutes away and even Liverpool is within easy reach.
Golf
There are two excellent golf courses nearby. Holywell Golf Club, a unique heathland/links style course, with a long heritage and friendly atmosphere. The limestone terrain ensures that Holywell is one of the driest in north Wales.
Pennant Park Golf Club, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, this parkland course offers a challenge to all golfers from beginners to professionals.
Clwydian Range
To get an idea of what there is to see on the Clwydian Range have a look at the Heather and Hillforts video here.
