Llwynmawr, deep in the heart of the striking Ceiriog Valley in Wrexham north east Wales is an idyllic location for a country cottage holiday. With hills, pastures and trees setting the scene, this is a wonderful little village for a quiet and relaxing rural retreat break where you can be surrounded by striking scenery, from the meandering River Ceiriog to serene gardens and enchanting forests. If you love and appreciate nature and want to discover more about Welsh history and heritage then a cottage holiday in Llwynmawr could be a great choice for you.
What Llwynmawr, Wrexham offers for Self-Catering Holidays
If you love to soak up history on holiday then a visit to the nearby Chirk Castle makes a wonderful day trip from Llwynmawr. Just a fifteen minute drive from the village, Chirk Castle is an imposing 13th century fort, owned by the National Trust and with fascinating things to discover within its walls. The castle was originally constructed in 1295 by Roger Mortimer de Chirk for the King of England at the time, King Edward I, and it is also home to beautiful gardens and parkland which are pure bliss for taking relaxing walks in after a look around the castle.
Another fantastic thing to visit when enjoying a cottage break in Llwynmawr is the World Heritage Site of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Constructed in 1805 by Thomas Telford, this incredible canal boat crossing towers over any structure nearby and is simply one of the most fascinating feats of engineering in Great Britain. Taking boat trips along the canals’ sparkling waters as ducks swim by and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct stands tall and proud in the background is the best way to really appreciate this World Heritage Site and Grade I listed building.
Llwynmawr is home to lovely pubs and inns and although it is quiet, there is much to see and do in the vicinity. Walks available close by include the North Berwyn Way which guies you through the Ceiriog Forest and along through the North Berwyn Mountains.
The town of Llangollen is nearby and makes for an excellent visit with its arts festivals, museums and heritage railway, and if you just wish to relax in the wonderful countryside, then enjoying a country cottage stay in Llwynmawr may be ideal for you as you can go on long walks or cycles daily.
In terms of finding a home from home, Country Cottages Online features a great choice of accommodation including rural retreats and Welsh country cottages. Wherever you opt for, we hope you have the best of times in or near to Llwynmawr.
Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Llwynmawr, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in Wrexham.
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