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The Glan Yr Afon Inn
Dolphin, Milwr, Holywell, Flintshire, Flintshire CH8 8HE

Nestling in the small village of Dolphin, near Holywell and just off the A55 to Holyhead, The Glan Yr Afon Inn combines traditional and contemporary elements. We provide simple, fresh, locally sourced, quality food, accompanied by traditional...
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Attractions near The Glan Yr Afon Inn
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| Basingwerk Abbey (1.9 Miles) |
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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...
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| Greenfield Valley (2.5 Miles) |
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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...
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| Flint Library (3.8 Miles) |
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This library is an important resource for both local people and the many visitors who travel through this area on a regular basis. Holding...
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| St David’s Church (3.9 Miles) |
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Opened in October 1852, St David’s Church is located three miles from Holywell, next to the Franciscan Friary of Pantasaph and across the road from...
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| Ness Botanic Gardens (8.9 Miles) |
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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...
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| Mold Library (9.1 Miles) |
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Mold Library acts as one of the most important cultural and social focal points in this community in Wales. Carrying a large collection of...
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| Mold Museum (9.7 Miles) |
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Mold Museum traces the fascinating history of the community back to the foundations of life in the region. The collection has Bronze Age pieces...
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| St. Deiniol’s Library (13.5 Miles) |
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St Deniol’s is Britain’s only residential library, making it a unique institution. William Ewart Gladstone, the great Victorian statesman, founded the establishment. After...
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| Roman Baths (14.4 Miles) |
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These very small, but interesting, Roman Baths are hidden away in a cul-de-sac on the outskirts of Prestatyn. The site is well cared for, and...
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| Penycloddiau (15 Miles) |
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Penycloddiau is a heather and bilberry covered hill containing the largest Iron Age hill fort in the Clwydian range. Although little remains, apart from the...
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| Maen Huail (15.3 Miles) |
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Near Barclay`s Bank in St Peter`s Square is a large limestone boulder known as Maen Huail, where King Arthur is said to have beheaded a...
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| Moel Famau (15.3 Miles) |
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Rising to a height of 1818 feet above sea level, Moel Famau is the highest summit in the Clwydian range. The name means "Mother's Mountain"....
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| Foel Fenlli (15.3 Miles) |
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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...
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| Ruthin Gaol (15.6 Miles) |
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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...
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| Meyer Hall (16.5 Miles) |
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Meyer Hall is the local town hall in Bebington, on the Wirral bank of the River Mersey. As well as being a point of interest...
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| The Boat Museum (17 Miles) |
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Experience life afloat as you climb aboard the historic narrow boats, or step back in time to the period dockworkers cottages. Britain’s industrial and social...
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| Chester Zoo (17.3 Miles) |
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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...
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| Rhyl Arts Centre (17.8 Miles) |
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This multi-purpose cultural centre has been established to offer a central venue for all of the arts in this community to be brought together....
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| St. Werburghs (18.7 Miles) |
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St. Werburghs is a Roman Catholic church in Birkenhead. It is a beautiful, old building and situated close to Grange Road and the many shops...
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| Chester Cathedral (19.2 Miles) |
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Chester Cathedral is the most complete medieval monastic building still standing in the UK. It was founded as a Benedictine Monastery in 1092 and...
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| The Cross (19.2 Miles) |
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The Cross stands at the heart of Chester where Bridge, Northgate, Watergate and Eastgate Streets meet, and is an obvious meeting point. It was...
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| River Dee (19.2 Miles) |
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The River Dee runs through Chester and provides an excellent backdrop for picnics. Rowing boats, motor boats and pedalos can be hired by the...
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| St Digain’s Church (19.3 Miles) |
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Home to exceptionally bright stained glass windows, the beautiful church of St Digain’s is also famous for its churchyard. In pride of place it contains...
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