North Wales Borderlands 2013

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The clues in the name. The North Wales Borderlands is that top part of Wales,right next to England. Close enough to touch.

Literally. Since we share a border with both Shropshire and Cheshire. And werejust an hours drive from Liverpool and Manchester and a bare 90 minutes fromBirmingham.

Were pretty close to the mountains of Snowdonia and the resorts of the NorthWales coast, too. But not so far away. And not so familiar.

So we suit the original thinkers. The sort of people who like to make their owndiscoveries. Because although were close, were different.

Different country, different atmosphere. Think of it as life on the edge. Becauseinteresting things happen where two cultures meet.

life on the edgePontcysyllte Aqueduct


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Sometimes just cutting the lawn or doing abit of a weeding can feel like a chore.Imagine what it must be like if youve got390 square kilometres to look after.

Especially if its an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty containing some ofBritains most iconic landscapes. Andparticularly when that area has just got anawful lot bigger.

Not that were complaining. We were proudthat the Clwydian Range, our unmistakablechain of heather-clad hills and limestonecliffs, was one of only five AONBs in thewhole of Wales.

And as pleased as Punch when the designationwas recently extended to include most ofthe Dee Valley. But we cant say we were

terribly surprised.

Because this new protected area, the first in

weve got it coveredWales for 26 years, not only containsdramatic hanging valleys, windsweptmountains and the most impressive screeslopes in Britain.

It also includes a couple of our mostatmospheric ruins: Valle Crucis Abbey and

Castell Dinas Brn. Not to mention themagnificent Marcher fortress of Chirk Castleor Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal WorldHeritage Site.

Overall this officially lovely landscape nowcovers more than a fifth of the entire NorthWales Borderlands. So it has a suitably big name: the Clwydian Range and Dee ValleyArea of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This isnt just a label. It means that the

landscape is being looked after. Becauseoutstanding natural beauty doesnt stay thatway on its own. It needs constant work.

So we conserve our rare heather moorland by burning it to the ground. We pitch stones,build dry stone walls, lay hedges. We countnatterjack toads and listen for black grouse.And everyone joins in to help residents,farmers and visitors alike.

None of this is new. The landscape has beenshaped by humans since Iron Age peoplecrowned the summits of the Clwydian Rangewith hillforts more than 2,000 years ago.

Remember this as you explore our countryparks: Moel Famau, which attracts 200,000visitors a year, and Loggerheads, a SpecialArea of Conservation and a Site of SpecialScientific Interest.

Because we can always do with a hand. Itwould make a nice change from weeding.

www.clwydianrangeanddeevalleyaonb.org.uk

the great outdoors

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at a glanceOffas Dyke National Trail passes throughthe Clwydian Range on an epic 177-milejourney from Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstowto Prestatyn. Where you can dip youraching feet in the Irish Sea.www.nationaltrail.co.uk/offasdyke

Shorter and less famous than the earthworksof Offa but even older. Wats Dyke Wayfollows the handiwork of a sixth-centurytrailblazer all the way from Shropshire to

Basingwerk Abbey at Holywell.www.watsdykeway.org

Lloyd George called the Ceiriog Valley alittle piece of heaven on earth. And ithasnt changed. The walking, horse riding and fishing are still heavenly.www.ceiriog.com

No wonder Coed Llandegla Forest covers650 acres. It has a lot to pack in. Mountainbiking routes for all abilities. Half the Welsh

population of black grouse. And a cafserving Britains best bacon baps.www.coedllandegla.com

Theres a lot of water in the North WalesBorderlands. And a lot of watersports to gowith it. Try white water rafting, canoeing andkayaking on the River Dee at Llangollen.Or sailing at Llyn Brenig (just try to avoid

all those ten-pound trout).www.hiraethog.org.uk

Opposite clockwise from top left Watersports/Dry stone walling/Coed Llandegla Forest/Offas Dyke National TrailAbove Castell Dinas Bran

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One of the worlds greatest cultural festivalsis back where it belongs. From 3-10 August2013, the National Eisteddfod of Wales comesto Denbigh along with 160,000 peoplefrom all over Wales and the wider world.

And you dont have to speak Welsh toenjoy an event thats described as a crossbetween Glastonbury and the EdinburghFestival.

Everyone is welcome right across the35-acre Maes, or field, with its open-airperformance stages, stands and exhibitionspaces, theatre, art gallery, dance andliterary pavilions.

You can see poets, dancers and musicianscompete in the iconic pink pavilion andexperience all the pomp and circumstanceof the Chairing and Crowning of the Bard with simultaneous translation through anearpiece or headset.

the glastonbury of walesAnd you can hear every kind of live musicall day and late into the evening. Whetheryoure into folk, pop, indie or classical,youll find it somewhere on the Maes.

In 2013 the festival returns to its modern-daybirthplace the decision to create this

national institution was taken in Denbigh in1860. But its place at the heart of thenation goes back a lot farther than that. Asa stroll around the miraculously preservedmedieval town will demonstrate.

There are more than 220 listed buildings.And the granddaddy of them all is DenbighCastle, an imposing 13th century fortressbuilt by Edward I on top of an existing Welsh stronghold.

When you enter the unique triple-toweredgatehouse, youll hear the clatter of a

portcullis and the tread of marching soldiers.And in the new eco-friendly visitor centrebuilt by custodians Cadw, youll find keysto explore the medieval town walls.

You could also visit the grave of one ofWaless great writers, Twm or Nant, in the

churchyard of St Marcellas Church rightnext to the Eisteddfod Maes. Travel to thesmallest ancient cathedral in Britain at StAsaph to glimpse a rare first edition ofBishop Williams Morgans 1588 Welshbible. Or explore our theatres, galleries andconcert spaces any time you like.

Because we dont just celebrate Welsh lifeand culture when the Eisteddfods in town.Weve been doing it for centuries.

www.eisteddfod.org.ukhttp://medieval-wales.com

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at a glanceClwyd Theatr Cymru at Mold is the leading producing theatre in Wales. Its also a cinema,concert venue, exhibition space, restaurantand book shop. And theres a jolly niceview from the bar.

www.clwyd-theatr-cymru.co.uk

Ruthin Craft Centre is the most importantapplied arts gallery in Wales. And the 4

million building is a work of art in itself,its zinc roof echoing the shape of thesurrounding hills.www.ruthincraftcentre.org.uk

For one week every July the town ofLlangollen opens its doors to the world.And the world pours in: 5,000 musicians

and 50,000 visitors. The LlangollenInternational Musical Eisteddfod is

simply unmissable.www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk

Wrexham is a great place for a big nightout. And in Central Station it has theleading live music venue in Wales, according to Kerrang magazine. The Charlatans,Kasabian, Goldie Lookin Chain, John Cale

and Robert Plant have all played there.www.centralstationvenue.com

Opposite The National Eisteddfod

Clockwise from top leftRuthin Craft Centre/The iconic pink pavilion of theNational Eisteddod/Llangollen InternationalMusical Eisteddfod/Clwyd Theatr Cymru/The new visitor centre at Denbigh Castle


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The clues in the name. A World HeritageSite means youre on the world map. Sowhen UNESCO decided to put PontcysyllteAqueduct on the same pedestal as theGreat Wall of China and the Pyramids, itwas a big day for the little village of Trevor.

Not that they werent used to visitors.Thomas Telfords towering masterpiecehas been attracting tourists since itopened in 1805. But now theyre coming all the way from the United States ofAmerica, New Zealand, Australia and Japan.

This year there might be even more.Because carrying the Olympic torch acrossthe aqueduct by barge while FroncysyllteMale Voice Choir sang Bridge Over Troubled Water did get rather a lot ofmedia attention.

No wonder theyve extended the visitorcentre at Trevor Basin. The former stable

just dont look downblock now contains interpretation displays,ancient boat builders tools and even boltsfrom the aqueducts cast iron trough.

You can hear interviews with local peopleand watch an animation of how Telfordcreated his stream in the sky. And yourkids can make their own masterpiece outof wooden blocks.

Perfect for calming your nerves before youcross the highest navigable aqueduct inthe world by horse-drawn boat. Or ifyoure very brave, by Shanks pony.

Its an incredible 126 feet high and 1,007feet long. And believe us, when yourehalfway across you wont be thinking aboutTelfords creative genius. Youll be hoping his engineering skills were up to scratch.

Especially when you hear that the masonrymortar was made from ox blood, lime and

water. And the trough was lined by Welshflannel, lead and boiling sugar. Or treacletoffee to you and me. Fortunately it hasntsprung a leak in 200 years.

The 10 elegant arches of Telfords otheraqueduct down the towpath at Chirk areequally impressive. And the nearby 1,200feet-long Darkie Tunnel is equally scary(bring a torch because its name is all tooappropriate).

In fact everything along the 11 miles ofcanal between Gledrid and Llantisylio ispart of the World Heritage Site. Including the two aqueducts at Pontcysyllte andChirk, two viaducts, two tunnels and thelovely Horseshoe Falls near Llangollen.

And you can walk it all, if your legs haventturned to jelly.

www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk

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at a glanceGladstones Library in Hawarden is theNational Memorial to Victorian PrimeMinister, William Ewart Gladstone. Itcontains 32,000 of his own books. Andbest of all, it looks like Hogwarts.www.gladstoneslibrary.org

Lady Eleanor Butler and Miss SarahPonsonby, aka the Ladies of Llangollen,set Regency tongues wagging when they

eloped together. Even strait-laced WilliamWordsworth visited their Gothic fantasy

at Plas Newydd.www.plasnewyddllangollen.co.uk

At the National Trusts Erddig, they likeyou to go in through the back door. Notbecause they dont like the look of you.But because this is the ultimate upstairsdownstairs stately home.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Shakespeare wrote about it. Turner paintedit. And 2,300 men took seven years to

build it. Edward I started Flint Castle in1277 and didnt stop until hed created aniron ring of castles all along the NorthWales coast.www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Pilgrims have been coming to StWinefrides Well at Holywell for the last1,300 years. Including Henry V, whowanted to say thanks for Agincourt. You

can still take a dip in the healing waters.www.saintwinefrideswell.com

Opposite clockwise from top left Downstairs at Erddig/Flint Castle/The visitor centre at Trevor Basin/The Ladies of LlangollenAbove Crossing the aqueduct


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Toby Beevers, head chef of the GlynneArms in Hawarden, is not a man to rest onhis laurels in the pursuit of flavour.

The 200-year-old coaching inn may be asister business to increasingly famousfoodie destination Hawarden Estate Farm

Shop. Which means a ready supply ofhome-reared meat plus fruit and vegetablesso fresh they still have the morning dewon them.

But Toby is always searching for the nextmagic ingredient. The samphire to go withhis plaice. The smoked sea salt for his porkscratchings. The ham hock for his mushy peas.

And he doesnt like to look too far forinspiration preferably just down the

road, over the nearest hedge or in thelocal orchard. His philosophy is maximumflavour, minimal mileage.

the taste of things to comeFortunately our food producers are morethan up to his exacting standards. So hegoes to Simply Relish of Northop for hismustards. Pant Glas Bach of Llanasa for hischutneys and relishes. And Woodlands ofErbistock for his organic dairy ice cream.

Not to mention the estate gamekeeper forhis venison, pheasant, rabbits and pigeons.And when he cooks, he treats his ingredientswith as much respect as youd expect froma member of the world-rated NationalCulinary Team for Wales.

I like to keep it simple and express theflavours of our fantastic local produce,says Toby. The menu is constantly changing according to whats in season and as muchas possible is handmade, right down to

the burgers and home-pickled fruit. Thatsthe way to achieve real depth and honestyof flavour.

So whats next in Tobys open-mindedquest for gastronomic perfection? Well,dont be too surprised if you spot himstriding through the local countryside witha basket in his hand. Because hes getting into foraging.

There are mushrooms in the woods andchestnuts in the park along with quite alot of grey squirrels. They were regardedas quite a delicacy at one time, says Toby,ever eager to push the boundaries.

And if squirrel pie sounds like a step toofar, have a Purple Moose instead. One offour local beers you can sample whileyoure working up an appetite. Becausethe Glynne Arms is still the peoplespublic house it was when it first opened

in 1812.

www.hawardenestate.co.uk

eating and shopping

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at a glance Here every day is a food festival. Butoccasionally we make it official. InSeptember, for instance, when Moldcelebrates its local food and drink producers.Or in October when food stalls fill theRoyal International Pavilion at Llangollen.www.moldfoodfestival.co.ukwww.llangollenfoodfestival.com

Its all very well producing some of thefinest food in Britain. But someones got

to cook it. Youre in safe hands atTyddyn Llan restaurant with rooms.Master chef Bryan Webb has quite a waywith our local game. Not to mention aMichelin star.www.tyddynllan.co.uk

We pride ourselves on our small, quirkyshops. But we also do big. Very big. Eagles

Meadow shopping centre occupies eightwhole acres of Wrexham town centre.

With 306,000 square feet of retail space.And parking for nearly 1,000 cars.www.eagles-meadow.co.uk

A quality landscape produces qualityfood. Thats the logic behind theClwydian Range Food Trail. It takes youthrough some of the most spectacularviews in Britain. And introduces you to

the producers of its most delicious food.www.foodtrail.co.uk

Opposite Chef Toby Beevers and the Glynne Arms

Clockwise from top leftWelsh Beef and Black Beer Pie/Four beers at the

Glynne Arms/Chef Bryan Webb of Tyddyn Llan/EaglesMeadow at Wrexham/Hawarden Estate Farm Shop

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A word of advice. Dont think of Afon Spaas a place to pop in for a quick facial, massageor manicure.

Take your time. Savour the experience. Goon a journey through a series of exquisiterituals and treatments. We promise you itwill be worth it.

By the time youve passed through the saltgrotto, the herbal sauna, the aroma steamroom, the tropical showers, the reflexology

the world can wait


footbaths and the spa pool, the weight ofthe world will have dropped from yourshoulders.

And when you emerge, you wont justhave lovely soft skin. Youll feel energisedand rejuvenated. Ready for anything.

You might even have enough oomph totackle Evolution Extreme. The first indoorextreme sports arena in Wales is right next

door with its adrenalin-pumping skatepark, high ropes course, climbing towerand bouldering wall.

Its all part of a 5.5 million pound investmentat Deeside Leisure Centre. But they didntchange a thing at their ice rink. TheOlympic-sized pad already had about thebest ice in Britain.

www.facebook.com/SbaAfonSpa

at a glanceKids love the funniest things. And theycant get enough of Ruthin Gaol.Where prisoners were fed on gruel,worked on treadmills and forbidden tospeak to each other. Dont try that at

home, mind.www.ruthingaol.co.uk

attractions

You may be excited to learn that the farmmuseum at Greenfield Valley Heritage Parkcontains one of Britains top 10 combineharvesters. If so, calm yourself with a cup oftea and a cake at the Green Pea Caf next door.

www.greenfieldvalley.comwww.greenpeacafe.co.uk

Theyve been steeplechasing atBangor-on-Dee Racecourse for morethan 150 years. And still havent gotround to building a grandstand. Theviews from this natural amphitheatre

are spectacular enough as they are.www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk

Clockwise from left Exquisite spa treatment/Ruthin Gaol/Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse

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make a break

accommodation

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You may have realised by now that youcant do justice to the North WalesBorderlands in a day. And theres so muchto see, you may not know where to start.

Thats where our Tourist InformationCentres come in. Theyre staffed by friendlylocal experts wholl give you the low-downon the best places to eat, where to catcha bus or whats showing at the theatre.

In fact, theyll answer just about any questionyou might have. They will even book a bedfor you so you can start all over again inthe morning. Or you could do it yourself atour website.

Every establishment is graded by Visit Walesor the AA. That means theyre regularlychecked, so you can book with confidence.

It doesnt matter whether you fancy acampsite or a swish hotel. A country cottageor a room on a working farm. They all carrya star rating from one to five based onthe overall quality of the experience andthe facilities. And a very big Welshwelcome comes as standard everywhere.

To book your break visit:www.northwalesborderlands.co.uk/where-to-stay

tourist information centres LlangollenY Capel, Castle Street, Llangollen, Denbighshire LL20 8NU Tel: 01978 860828Email: [email protected]

MoldEarl Road, Mold, Flintshire CH7 1AP Tel: 01352 759331 Email: [email protected]

WrexhamLambpit Street, Wrexham LL11 1AR Tel: 01978 292015 Email: [email protected]

Ramada Plaza Wrexham

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take your pick...

The North Wales Borderlands is one of the HolidayAreas within Wales. Each area has its own distinctcharacter.

The Isle of AngleseyAnglesey offers unparalleled beauty, amazingadventures, serious solitude and a warm welcome.Easily accessible; this unique island, with itscoastline, varied beaches and historical towns makeit a superb base for all the family. Those that havevisited need not be told. They just returnt: +44 (0)1248 713177 e: [email protected]: visitanglesey.co.ukw: facebook.com/visitanglesey

Llandudno and Colwyn BayVibrant Llandudno, the Victorian seaside gem with ahistory that goes back to the Bronze Age. World

Heritage Conwy with its rich maritime past.Waterfront adventure in Colwyn Bay. Year roundbreaks, filled with family fun, good food, greatwalking, world-class theatre and a full calendar ofexciting events. All within easy reach of Snowdonia.t: +44 (0)1492 577577e: [email protected] w: visitllandudno.org.ukw: facebook.com/visitingllandudno

Rhyl and PrestatynAmong the best recognised British seaside resorts.Fabulous award-winning beaches with a range offamily friendly attractions, events and activities.Walk the Offas Dyke Path in Prestatyn. An hoursdrive from Merseyside and the West Midlands.t: +44 (0)1745 344515 / +44 (0)1745 355068

e: [email protected]: visitrhylandprestatyn.com

Snowdonia Mountains and CoastThe outdoor adventure playground of North Walesthat includes the Snowdonia National Park, LlnPeninsula and Cambrian Coastline. A wide choice of

quality accommodation, attractions and activities castles, narrow-gauge railways, golf, cycling, walking,award winning beaches, country parks, coastal path,World Heritage Site, Areas of Outstanding NaturalBeauty and Heritage Coast.t: +44 (0)1341 281485 e: [email protected]: visitsnowdonia.infow: facebook.com/visitingsnowdoniaw: twitter.com/visit_snowdoniaw: visitsnowdonia.wordpress.com

Mid Wales and the Brecon BeaconsStep into fabulous walking country right on yourdoorstep. Two National Trails and a National Park,charming spa and market towns and outdoorpursuits in outstanding scenery. Home to HayLiterary Festival and Brecon Jazz, events throughoutthe year make this a destination for all seasons.

t: +44 (0)1874 622485 e: [email protected]: exploremidwales.com

Ceredigion Cardigan Bay & the CambrianMountainsSome of the UKs best coast and countryside toexplore on foot or horseback, by bike or boat. Naturalbeauty from dolphins and red kites to waterfalls,woods and open moors. Enjoy good food, traditionalfestivals and unique events as well as award winning beaches and resorts, including colourful Aberaeronharbour and Aberystwyth, the cultural capitalof Wales.t: +44 (0)1970 612125 e: [email protected]: www.discoverceredigion.co.uk w:facebook.com/discoverceredigion

Pembrokeshire Britains Only Coastal National ParkRated by National Geographic magazine experts asthe second best coastline in the world. With 186miles of magnificent and varied coastline and over50 beaches, theres plenty of space for everyone.Choose between lively Tenby and Saundersfoot or

peaceful St Davids and Newport. Perfect for outdooractivities or just relaxing.t: 44 (0)844 888 5115e: [email protected]: visitpembrokeshire.com

Carmarthenshire Carmarthen BayStretching from Carmarthen Bay in the South to theWestern Brecon Beacons in the North, discoverWales longest beaches, the National Botanic Gardensof Wales, the home of Merlin the magician plusLaugharne, Llandeilo, Carmarthen, Kidwelly, Pendine,Llandovery & the Teifi & Towy Valleys. Perfect fishing,cycling and walking.t: +44 (0)1267 231557e: [email protected]: discovercarmarthenshire.com

Swansea Bay - Mumbles, Gower, Afan and the Valeof NeathUnwind in the UKs first Area of Outstanding NaturalBeauty, relax on award-winning beaches, and exploreunspoilt countryside. Visit some of the UKs bestlocations for walking, cycling, watersports and golf,together with Swansea, Wales Waterfront City, hometo Wales first Premier League football team.t: +44 (0)1792 468321 e: [email protected]: visitswanseabay.com

The Valleys Heart and Soul of WalesA stunning landscape perfect for walking, cycling andmany other outdoor activities. The Valleys has aunique history, including a World Heritage Site,Wales largest Castle and Big Pit, the real coal mineattraction. For a true Welsh experience, visit TheValleys, the heart and soul of Wales.t: +44 (0)29 2088 0011 e: [email protected]: thevalleys.co.uk

Cardiff, Capital of WalesThe capital of Wales has unique attractions, top-classentertainment and quality shopping with adifference. Cardiff Castle, the Millennium Stadium,National Museum Cardiff, the Wales MillenniumCentre and brand new Doctor Who Experiencecombined with Cardiff Bay offer indoor and outdoorentertainment for everyone.t: +44 (0)29 2087 3573 e: [email protected]: visitcardiff.com

The Glamorgan Heritage Coast and CountrysideThe dramatic Heritage Coast and popular resorts ofBarry Island and Porthcawl are fringed by lovely Valeand Bridgend countryside and green hills. Discoverthe special character of an area steeped in history and its close to Cardiff, Wales cosmopolitan capital.t: +44 (0)1446 704867 t: +44 (0)1656 786639e: [email protected]: [email protected]: visitthevale.com w: bridgendbites.com

The Wye Valley and Vale of UskBrecon Beacons, Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Blaenavon World Heritage Site andCeltic Manor Resort. Explore bustling market towns,formidable castles, Roman towns, and magnificentgardens. Busy bees, real ales, artisan producers,

Michelin stars and Abergavenny and Newport FoodFestivals help to make this the food capital of Wales.All you need for a proper holiday!t: +44 (0)1291 623772e: [email protected]: visitwyevalley.com

For FREE copies of any THREE Holiday Area brochures please tick the appropriateboxes and send to: Visit Wales, Dept N03, PO Box 1, Cardiff CF24 2XN

The Isle of AngleseyLlandudno & Colwyn Bay

The North Wales BorderlandsSnowdonia Mountains & Coast/Eryri Mynyddoedd a MrMid Wales & the Brecon BeaconsCeredigion Cardigan Bay and the Cambrian MountainsPembrokeshireCarmarthenshire the Garden of WalesSwansea Bay, Mumbles, Gower, Afan & the Vale of NeathThe Valleys Heart and Soul of WalesCardiffThe Glamorgan Heritage Coast & Countryside

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creditsCopywriting, design and production: White Fox01352 840898 www.whitefox-design.co.uk

Photography: Chris Harrison Photography, White Fox,Orange Imaging, Crown copyright (2013) VisitWales, Cadw, Welsh Government (Crown Copyright),National Eisteddfod of Wales/Wales News ServiceLtd, National Eisteddfod of Wales/Keith Morris,Hawarden Estate Farm Shop/Tim Winter, KevinOsborne, Big Cheese, Eye Imagery, Clwyd TheatrCymru, Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse, Clwydian RangeAONB, Dewi Tannatt Lloyd, Laurence Crossman-Emms.

Published jointly in January 2013 by Flintshire County Council,Denbighshire County Council and Wrexham County Borough Council.While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, the publisherscan accept no liability whatsoever for any errors, inaccuracies oromissions or for any matter in any way connected with or arising out ofthe publication of the information. Copyright for material is held by t hepublishers and may not be reproduced in part or in whole in any formwithout written consent.

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