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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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Image of the aqueduct and trees and river below
A large warm sandy beach.

Let North East Wales inspire your next adventure!

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

Topics:

  • Historic buildings
  • Canals
  • List
  • Food
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Large letters TGLE in front of a Hawarden castle. 2 females stood and one male sat in a wheelchair in the foreground

Matthew Bassett and The Good Life: my kind of festival

Matt Bassett shares what made his experience of The Good Life Experience in North Wales so unique.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • My place
  • Arts
  • Outdoor
North East Wales

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Family on beach at Beaumaris with pier in background.

Four days with the family in North Wales

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

Topics:

  • Tours
  • Family
  • Trip
  • Outdoor
North Wales
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.

Topics:

  • Tours
  • Wellness activities
  • Canals
  • AONB
North Wales
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.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • AONB
  • Countryside
  • Outdoor
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.

Topics:

  • Canals
  • Transport and travel
  • My place
  • Outdoor
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!

Topics:

  • Trains and railways
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Coastline
  • Outdoor
North Wales
#goodlifeexp hashtag sign on fence.

Living is easy… at the Good Life Experience

Experience good living and all things traditional at The Good Life Experience in North Wales.

Topics:

  • Groups
  • Family
  • Gigs
  • Outdoor
North Wales
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.

Topics:

  • National Trust
  • Historic buildings
  • Countryside
  • List
  • Craft centres
North East Wales
Bardsey Island, North Wales

North Wales' special places of faith

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

Topics:

  • Meditation and spirituality
  • Historic buildings
  • Myths and legends
North Wales
Rolling green hills and mountains.

Get outdoors in North East Wales

The newest AONB in Wales is rich in history, with beautiful hillsides and forests to explore.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • AONB
  • Countryside
  • Outdoor
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.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • My place
  • Arts
  • Outdoor
North Wales
Band on stage with singer hitting a high note

The inside story on Wrexham

Find out more about the newest city in Wales!

Topics:

  • National Trust
  • Historic buildings
  • City / Town
  • My place
North East Wales
Aerial view of Rhyl seafront.

48 hours in Rhyl and Prestatyn

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

Topics:

  • Annual holidays
  • Family
  • Coastline
  • List
North Wales

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