Places To Go

Llangollen Railway (Murder Mystery Trains Special Events currently on)
The Eisteddfod
Welsh Castles
Chester Zoo
(One of) The Longest Place Names in the World
Snowdonia
Chester Cathedral
The Ugly House
Chester Walls
Llangollen Aqueduct
Chirk Castle

Things To Do

Mountain Bikes Trails
Local Walks
White Water Rafting

Canoeing
Horse Riding/Pony Trekking
Fishing
Golf
Offroad Sports (2, 3)

http://www.activitywales.com/ is a great site with plenty of things to do.

From Plas Derwen you can easily reach some very picturesque, historic and fascinating places. We have tried to guide you to some of our favourite

Walks

Walk to the Grouse Pub, Carrog. Have lunch then stroll along the back road to Corwen. The walk will take you across fields by the River Dee and to the 17th century bridge through Carrog Village, past the ancient church and on to a country lane that leads you back to Corwen.

A walk in the forest. Turn right at the drive entrance. One mile on will bring you to a turn. Turn right onto a track which will take you into the forest behind Plas Derwen. This is quite a hilly walk but well worth it for the spectacular views, wildlife and tranquility.

Pen-y-Pygyn beauty spot. Look straight across Corwen to the winding River Dee.

Corwen is ten minutes walk down the road and a very historic town. Try the delights of the various pubs; browse the interesting craft shops. For the more energetic, there is a gym, swimming pool and bowling green. Above Corwen is Caer-Drewyn, a Bronze Age hill fort. A slightly hilly walk will take you to the top and let your imagination run wild with the happenings of years gone by.

Car Journeys

Rhug-Chapel & Llangar Church are well worth a visit. Ten minutes in the car will take you to Rhug, a little altered 17th century private chapel steeped in history. Then along the road to Llangar Church, a medieval building in an idyllic setting that holds many ancient features including extensive 15th century wall paintings.

Ruthin is a historic town only twenty minutes drives away. Ruthin castle has an excellent evening venue in the form of a medieval banquet with a most extraordinary menu including plenty of mead to wash it all down. Daytime interests include a visit to Ruthin goal (jail), the craft centre and a host of small teashops.

Denbigh is ten minutes drive from Plas Derwen. Enjoy a picnic by the lake watching the boats sailing by or visit the many interesting shops in this small Welsh village. Perhaps take a journey alongside the lake on the small narrow gauge railway. The Welsh Language is spoken perhaps more in Bala than other villages.

Llangollen can be reached by train or car. The train journey from Carrog station in not to be missed, taking you back in time. The old stream train will chug its way alongside the River Dee taking in the beautiful scenery. Arrive at Llangollen and take in the varied delights that it offers: a canal journey, riverside walks and antique shops. Make sure you do not miss a visit to one of the most complete Cistercian abbeys in Wales. Valle Criucis Abbey is both beautiful and fascinating, founded in the 13th century in settings that will take your breath away.

Chester. Slightly further afield is the Roman city of Chester, easy to get to from Plas Derwen. Just thirty miles of easy driving will take you to the park and ride bus station. Leave your car, ride into the centre of Chester and either shop, partake in a historical tour or take an easy boat ride down the River Dee.

Wrexham is a town just twenty-five miles away. A drive there will take you over the Llandegla moors or through Llangollen, calling into Erddig Hall and gardens; an 18th century unique family home complete with original furniture. Erddig is situated on the outskirts of Wrexham, a bustling town with many unique indoor markets.

We do hope you enjoy some of our favourite things.