North East Wales

From the bustling shops of Wrexham, to the culinary delights of the Mold Food and Drink Festival and the world-famous Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. The 11 mile long Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal World Heritage Site and the ancient Offa’s Dyke path offer great walking.

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Let North East Wales inspire your next adventure!

Adventure, culture, history and food – are you ready to start exploring?

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North Wales

Rolling green hills and mountains.

Get outdoors in North East Wales

The newest National Landscape (formerly AONB) in Wales is rich in history, with beautiful hillsides and forests to explore.

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North East Wales

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Be surprised by bustling Llangollen

Be surprised by what this small riverside town has to offer the inquisitive traveller.

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The stone ruins of Castell Dinas Bran.

Walks around Llangollen and the Dee Valley

Explore the rich history of Llangollen, the picturesque Dee Valley and a bit of Offa’s Dyke Path.

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An aqueduct made of a metal trough and a narrow footpath.

Watersports and walking adventures in Llangollen

Outdoor enthusiast Chris Knight explores the area around Llangollen by canoe, raft and foot

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Performance group in traditional clothes parading through Llangollen

When Wales welcomes the world

Experience culture from across the world at the colourful Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod.

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A canal boat on the Pontcysyllte aqueduct.

On top of the world at Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Meet Nicky Lincoln who crosses Thomas Telford's amazing Pontcysyllte Aqueduct on a boat every day.

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North Wales

A watercolour painting of foxgloves on a hillside overlooking a valley.

The undiscovered joys of the Ceiriog Valley

Find out why much-loved local artist Rosie Davies is inspired by this beautiful part of the world.

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North Wales

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The inside story: what to do in Wrexham

Find out more about Wrexham, and what to see and do in the newest city in Wales!

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North East Wales

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48 hours in Rhyl and Prestatyn

Find out what brilliant family things you can do in 48 hours in Rhyl and Prestatyn.

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North Wales

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Four days with the family in North Wales

This four day action-packed itinerary in North Wales is perfect for all the family.

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North Wales

Five sailing boats on a lake.

Rain or shine - have fun on the North Wales coast

Rhyl and Prestatyn have lots to offer - beaches, sports, wildlife - and, of course, ice cream!

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A view of a festival from high up showing old buildings and tents.

Living is easy… experience the Good Life

Experience good living at The Good Life Society summer camps in North Wales.

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A stone waymarker by a river.

Exploring Offa's Dyke Path

Discover our favourite sections of the beautiful 177-mile Offa's Dyke Path National Trail along the border country of Wales.

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An island seen from the shore.

North Wales' special places of faith

Your guide to some of the special sites of faith heritage across North Wales.

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A town square with a circular garden in the middle, surrounded by old buildings.

A tiny Welsh wonder – the royally good Ruthin

Ruthin is a small town full of Welsh history and cool, modern comforts. Jude Rogers goes exploring.

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North East Wales

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The Flintshire secret is out!

Travel guide writer and content creator Robbie Roams discovers Flintshire's must see locations.

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North Wales