Basingwerk Abbey started as a Savigniac community but in 1147 merged with the Cistercians. The abbey became quite prosperous after being granted gifts of land...

According to legend, this holy spring rose where St Winefride`s head fell after it was cut off by a rejected suitor in the 7th Century....

The Greenfield Valley is now a fascinating, peaceful country park containing reservoirs, woodlands, industrial archaeological sites and ancient monuments. Two hundred years ago, there were...

The largest family run Antique and Craft Centre in North Wales, thousands of quality crafted items from Wales and around the world. Specialists in antiques...

Set on the banks of the River Dee, with breathtaking views across to North Wales. Ness Botanic Gardens boast international repute with seasonal flowers, shrubs...

Chester is the UK’s largest zoo - and you’ll need a full day to enjoy it. Here 5,000 animals live in spacious, near-natural surroundings, set...

Denbigh Castle is situated just outside of this Welsh town and was one of the most important military strongholds in this area of Wales....

The huge ramparts of an Iron Age hill fort crown the summit of Foel Fenlli, a heather covered hill in the Clwydian range. Double ramparts...

This exciting arts and crafts project and gallery is one of the most important cultural centres in this region of Wales. The centre has...

There aren’t many gaols with a tea shop and souvenirs but you’ll certainly need refreshments after you’ve visited the endless exhibitions on display at Ruthin...

At Blue Planet Aquarium, the largest aquarium anywhere in the UK, you’re guaranteed to see more types of shark than anywhere else in Britain. And...

Alexander’s Jazz Theatre is a leading North West venue for jazz, blues and rock artists. It is also the main venue for the annual Chester...

Chester Cathedral is the most complete medieval monastic building still standing in the UK. It was founded as a Benedictine Monastery in 1092 and...

The Cross stands at the heart of Chester where Bridge, Northgate, Watergate and Eastgate Streets meet, and is an obvious meeting point. It was...

The River Dee runs through Chester and provides an excellent backdrop for picnics. Rowing boats, motor boats and pedalos can be hired by the...