Dolphin is a village close to the town of Mold in Flintshire, North Wales, and is quite close to the borders of England, with the city of Chester being only a half hour’s drive away. Dolphin’s name is as pretty as the area itself, with lovely rustic cottages, sprawling fields and countryside along with a quaint, charming feel about it. With the coastline close by, with a cottage break here you can discover both some of the best of the Flintshire countryside as well as the nearby coastline.
Advice on Cottage Holidays in Dolphin Near Mold
Dolphin itself is home to a great restaurant, the Glan Yr Afon Inn, which serves delicious food in a family-friendly atmosphere. The Inn is built upon the historical Milwr Tunnel which runs for 10 miles hundreds of feet below from Cadol in Denbighshire to Bagillt on the Dee Estuary.
Dolphin is close to lots of parkland and areas of beauty including Cornist Park and Wood. The Holywell Golf Club is just up the road from Dolphin and with sweeping fields of lush greenery, it is a fantastic place in which to gather friends up for a round of this fun sport.
When enjoying a cottage holiday in Dolphin you will undoubtedly want to visit the nearby town of Mold. Mold is located very close to Dolphin and offers lots of amenities and exciting activities to participate in. There are plenty of country walks that can be taken which include rambles through the spectacular Clwydian Mountain Range which is officially an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty due to its soaring peaks, serene atmosphere, and incredible views across the towns and village below. Along the Dee Estuary you may be able to spot an array of wildlife, and the tranquil river banks and forests in areas such as Whitford and Llanasa are wonderful to walk by. The moderate Moel Findeg walk is a recommended walk to take and is very close to Mold, and guides its visitors through gorgeous backdrops.
Mold is also home to a high street lined with shops, both independently owned and familiar chains along with lots of pubs, cafes and restaurants to sample. Whilst in Mold we recommend that you visit the Tourist Information Centre in Earl Road so that you can pick up free leaflets and get helpful information and advice from staff who can help guide you on local attractions.
Dolphin is a much quieter option for those wishing to experience peace and serenity when on taking a cottage holiday in this part of North Wales, and the quaint and distinctly Welsh feel to the village will make you feel as though you are miles from the English cities of Liverpool and Chester, which are actually quite close by.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Dolphin Near Mold, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Flintshire.
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