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Delightful cottage in the Welsh Marches This unspoilt area of countryside is a delight - rolling hills, river valleys and small market towns to explore. Only a short drive and you are into the mountains of Snowdonia Close to the Shropshire border. |
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(above) The excellent restaurant nearby - Tyddyn Llan just a few minutes walk from Hen Bost cottage. |  | ||
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(above) View of Bala lake from the surrounding hills. (below) View of the pretty village of Llandrillo. | (above) Lovely river walks and fishing around Llandrillo. (below) Just a few miles away the Victorian hotel and restaurant - Pale Hall. | ||
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| (below) There is a busy sailing club at Bala. | (below) Early morning calm on Bala lake. | ||
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(above) Chirk Castle (NT) Edward I fortress - 700 years of history - House gardens views and walks. | ||
(above) Do visit the historic market town of Oswestry (below) Nearby - one of the 7 wonders of Wales - Pistyll Rhaeadr | (below) Ruthin - one of a number of interesting market towns to explore. | ||
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(above) A wind surfer just off Ynyslas, Aberdovey in the background. (below) The short ferry trip between Fairbourne little train station and Barmouth. | (above) A fishing trip leaves from Aberdovey harbour. (below) Passengers from the Fairbourne train wait for the returning train, with views of Barmouth beyond. | ||
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| (above) A family plays volley ball on Barmouth beach. | |||
This guide has been prepared to assist you in discovering the host of activities, events and attractions
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Hen Bost
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Hen Bost
INDEX
Adventure Activities
Adventure Sports
Ancient, Historic & Heritage
Artists & Artisans
Beauty Spots
Boat Trips
Books, New & Old
Cultural - Museums Theatres etc
Cycling
Family Activities
Family Attractions
Field Sports
Fishing
Flying
Food & Drink
Gardens & Parks
Golf
Motor Sports
Villages Towns & Markets
Walking & Bird Watching
Watersports
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| Adventure Activities | ||
| Whitewater Active | Llangolllen between Corwen and Chirk A multi activity centre. | More Info |
| Adventure Sports | ||
| Pro Adventure | Llangollen between Corwen and Halton A wide range of activities for individuals, families and groups. | More Info |
| Adventure Mountain Quad Biking | Corwen between Druid and Carrog No experience needed not even a driving licence, just a sense of adventure. | More Info |
| Safe and Sound Outdoors | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk Outdoor adventures for individuals, families or groups. | More Info |
| Adventure Activity Solutions | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk Specialists in high quality adventure activities for individuals or groups | More Info |
| White Water Active | Llangollen between Corwen and Ruabon Activities for all the family from 8 years up. | More Info |
| Paint Balling (White Water Active) | Llangollen between Corwen and Ruabon Harmlessly take part in challenging and exciting battles. | More Info |
| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | ||
| Rug Chapel | A few miles west of Corwen The plain exterior gives no hint to the late medieval riches inside. | More Info |
| Minera Lead Mines and Country Park | between Coedpath and Bersham The place where mining was so important it gave its name to the village. | More Info |
| Llangollen Museum Genealogy Service | Llangollen between Ruthin and Chirk A service for those wishing to find out about their family history and the story of their houses. | More Info |
| Plas Newydd | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk The home of two ladies of Llangollen from 1780-1829 | More Info |
| Pontcysyllte Aqueduct | Near Trevor Basin , Llangollen canal at Frontcysyllte Widely regarded as Thomas Telford's best work the aqueduct is to be designated a 'World Heritage Site' in2009. | More Info |
| Caer Drewyn Hill fort | Caer Drewyn between Corwen and Ruthin Care Drewyn is now scheduled an ancient monument. | More Info |
| Eliseg's Pillar | Valle Crucis between Llangollen and Pentredwr The Vale of the Cross (Valle Crucis) takes its name from the cross which once stood to the North of the Abbey. | More Info |
| Llangollen Motor Museum | Llangollen between Chirk and Corwen A collection of cars, motorcycles, toys, memorabilia and a canal exhibition. | More Info |
| Llangar Church | A few miles west of Corwen A small medieval building overlooking the confluence of the Rivers Dee and Alwen. | More Info |
| Erddig Hall NT | Wrexham between Gresford and Ruabon One of the most fascinating houses in Britain. | More Info |
| Llangollen Church | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk See the astonishing medieval carved roof of Llangollen's Church. | More Info |
| Chirk Castle | Chirk between Ruabon and Oswestry Chirk Castle is a 700 year old marcher fortress. | More Info |
| Valle Crucis Abbey | Valle Crucis between Llangollen and Pentredwr. The evocative ruins of Valle Crucis lie in green fields beneath Llangollen's steep sided mountains. | More Info |
| Llangollen Motor Museum | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk Parts of our rich motoring history on display. Motor bikes, sports cars, memorabilia and ephemera. | More Info |
| Llangollen Railway | Llangollen between Chirk and Carrog A heritage railway that runs trains from Llangollen to Carrog. | More Info |
| Rhosllannerchrugog-Rhostyllen, Ruabon-Penycae | South West of Wrexham One of four landscape characteristic areas of Wrexham | More Info |
| Artists & Artisans | ||
| The Glassblobbery | Corwen between Druid and Llangollen Handmade ornamental glassware made using a technique known as lamp work or bench glass blowing. | More Info |
| The Original Butterfly Man. | Glyndyfrdwy between Corwen and Llangollen Maker of colourful butterflies and ladybirds to adorn the outside of houses. | More Info |
| The Welsh Lovespoon Centre | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk An extensive range of traditional hand carved welsh lovespoons. | More Info |
| Beauty Spots | ||
| Corwen and Edeyrnion | Corwen between Rugged mountains, heather clad moorland and lush pastures. Terrain to satisfy all nature lovers. | More Info |
| Lake Vyrnwy | Lake Vyrnwy between Pont Llogel & Llanfyllin on the B4393 A stunningly beautiful lake surrounded by craggy mountains, wild moorland and spectacular waterfalls. | More Info |
| Pistyll Rhaeadre Waterfall | Llanrhaeadre between Penybontfawr and Llansilin At 240 feet Pistyll Rhaeadre is the highest waterfall in Wales and one of the seven wonders of Wales. | More Info |
| Boat Trips | ||
| Aqueduct Cruises | Llangollen Wharf between Corwen and Chirk Horse drawn boat trips, 45 minutes or 2 hours. Tea room and gift shop on the wharf. | More Info |
| Books, New & Old | ||
| Courtyard books | Llangollen between Chirk and Corwen 7 Castle Street | More Info |
| Glanrafon | Llangollen between Chirk and Corwen Princess Street | More Info |
| Books | Llangollen between Chirk and Corwen 17 Castle Street | More Info |
| Cultural - Museums Theatres etc | ||
| Llangollen Internatiuonal Music festival | Llangollen between Corwen and Froncysyllte Llangollen where singers and dancers from all over the world congregate | More Info |
| Y Capel (Art Gallery) Library | Llangollen between Corwen and Pentre Four seasonal exhibitions are launched throughout the year. | More Info |
| Royal International Pavilion Gallery | Llangollen between Glyndyfrdwy and Froncysyllte Home of the international musical eisteddfod | More Info |
| Llangollen International Music Festival | Llangollen between Corwen ands Froncysyllte Classical, contemporary, traditional & the unexpected musical concerts day & night | More Info |
| Llangollen Museum | Llangollen between Ruthin and Chirk The museum shows the history of this unique area in the borderlands of Wales. | More Info |
| Cycling | ||
| Corwen Mountain Bike Trails | Corwen between Druid and Carrog For Corwen mountain bike trails see the 'bikely' web site. | More Info |
| Family Activities | ||
| The Lleyn Brenig Visitors Centre | Corwen between Druid and Carrog The centre is set in 920 acres of moor land and forest. | More Info |
| Family Attractions | ||
| Ewe-phoria Sheepdog Centre | Corwen between Llangollen and Druid Meet the shepherd and his sheepdog, puppies, demonstrations, ram parade and sheep shearing. | More Info |
| Ty Mawr Country Park | Ty Mawr between Ruabon and Llangollen You can feed the animals and stroll alongside the River Dee with views of Pontcysylite Aqueduct. | More Info |
| Ancient Yew trees, Hirnant | Hirnant between Abertridwr and Penybont fawr 2 female yew trees stand side by side SW of St Illiog Church one has a Mountain Ash growing inside it. | More Info |
| Llangollen Wharf Canal Boat Trips | Llangollen between Halton and Druid Llangollen Wharf is a major attraction in North Wales | More Info |
| Ewe-Phoria Sheepdog Centre in North Wales | Corwen between Drid and Carrog Join Aled Owen International sheepdog Trials Champion 1999 and 2000 for great day out. | More Info |
| Field Sports | ||
| Pro Adventure Clay Pigeon Shooting | Llangollen between Chirk and Corwen Learn to shoot clay pigeons from experienced instructors. | More Info |
| Llandegla Shooting Ground | Llandegla between Wrexham and Ruthin A multi discipline clay target ground. The first of its kind in North Wales. | More Info |
| Fishing | ||
| Denbigh and Clwyd Angling Club. | Lleyn Clywedog between Denbigh and Cyffylliog Visitors can buy day tickets at Foxton's Tackle Shop in St Asaph. | More Info |
| Fishing Coaching & Guides | Llangollen (please see web for details) The Federation of Welsh Anglers can introduce coaches for sea, game & coarse fishing in Wales. | More Info |
| Flying | ||
| Gliding in North Wales | Llandegla between Wrexham and Ruthin Soar over the Welsh hillsides with the sun and air powering you. | More Info |
| Food & Drink | ||
| Bryn Howell | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk A reputation for fine food and wine, friendly staff and warm hospitality. | More Info |
| The Sun Inn | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk A charming slate floored pub with old world charm. | More Info |
| Llangollen Food Festival | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk A major event in the Welsh food diary bringing together best food, drink and culinary skills. | More Info |
| Rhug Organic Farm Shop | Corwen between Durid and Llangollen Organic meat raised on the farm is sold in the shop as well as tasty hot snacks at the burger bar. | More Info |
| Wynnstay Arms | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk Traditional 17thC coaching inn serving fine ales and home cooked food. | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | ||
| The Gardening Show | Llangollen between Inspiring, informative & entertaining gardening show with displays, competetions, plant sales & more | More Info |
| Erddig's Walled Gardens National Trust | Wrexham between Llangollen and Buckley One of the most important surviving 18th C gardens in Britain with rare fruit trees, canal, pond & ivy. | More Info |
| Stryt Las Park | Cefn Mawr between Rhos and Johnstown Home to one of Europe's largest colonies of the Great Crested Newt. | More Info |
| Bonc yr Hafod | Cefn Mawr between Rhos and Johnstown Situated on a former spoilheap. Thousands of trees have been planted on this 90 acre site. | More Info |
| Golf | ||
| Llanymynech Golf Club | Pant between Oswestry and Buttington Situated on the border it is possible to tee off in one country and putt out in another. | More Info |
| Ruthin Pwllglas Golf Club | Pwllglas between Ruthin and Corwen One of North Wales' golfing gems. | More Info |
| Bryn Morfydd Hotel Golf Club | Pentre Llanrhaeadr between Denbigh and Ruthin A nine hole course called 'Duchess' and an eighteen hole course called 'Dukes' | More Info |
| Motor Sports | ||
| GYG Karting | Glan y Gors Park, Cerrigydrudion between Betws Y Coed and Llangollen An outdoor Kart Circuit | More Info |
| Adventure Mountain Rally karting | Corwen between Drid and Carrog Rally karting is fast furious and great fun. | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | ||
| Corwen | Corwen between Drid and Llangollen There has been a settlement here at the bend of the River Dee since ancient times. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | ||
| High level Walking in the Berwyn Hills | The Berwyn Hills between Vale of Edeyrniwn and Ceiriog Valley The Berwyn Hills in North East Wales are ideal if you like high level moor land and woodland. | More Info |
| Castell Dinas Bran (Crow Castle) | Llangollen between Corwen and Chirk Crow castle is set high above Llangollen and can be seen for miles around. | More Info |
| The Dee Valley Way | Corwen between Druid and Llangollen Linking Corwen and Llangollen a glorious 15 mile riverside walk with spectacular scenery. | More Info |
| The Pen y Pigyn Loop | Corwen between Druid and Llangollen A walk from the centre of Corwen to the summit of Pen y Pigyn. | More Info |
| Clywedog Trail | Minera between Coedpath and Bersham An easy to follow waymarked path. | More Info |
| Ruabon, Garden Woods and Hillfort | Ruabon between Wrexham and Oswestry A beautiful countryside walk which may be muddy so wear appropriate shoes. | More Info |
| Watersports | ||
| JJ canoeing and Rafting | Llangollen between Glyndyfrdwy and Froncysylite 2 hours of fun on the River Dee. | More Info |
| Bethania Adventure Watersports | Llanwddyn between Alltforgan and Llanfihangel Watersport insrtuction and or hire of watersports equipment. | More Info |