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Flint Castle
Flint Castle
Flint Castle
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FLINT CASTLE

(5.0 Score)
Castle Road, Flintshire CH6 5PE, UK Directions

Since 1277

Speciality:

✓ Architecture Structure ✓ Castle ✓ Landmarks ✓ Tourist Attraction and Town Centre

“Flint Castle has abbeys, churches, and chapels, as well as some of the most atmospheric ancient monuments that visitors have sought for thousands of years. The castle was the location of a fateful meeting between Richard and his crown rival, Henry Bolingbroke, in 1399. The great tower dominates the castle at its southeast corner. The castle and its earthworks were built using local Millstone Grit ashlar and sandstone by 18,000 labourers and masons. The castle was one of the first castles King Edward had built in Wales. Flint Castle is an excellent place for fog walkers and is accessible. The castle offers free admission.

2025 Update: Flint Castle has public car parks signposted within the town with good access to the castle.”

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01352 733078

Mon-Sun: 10am - 4pm

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Basingwerk Abbey
Basingwerk Abbey
Basingwerk Abbey
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BASINGWERK ABBEY

(4.9 Score)
Greenfield, Holywell, Flintshire CH8 7GH, UK Directions

Since 1132

Speciality:

✓ Architecture Structures ✓ Monuments ✓ Statues ✓ Picnic Areas and Heritage Sites

“Basingwerk Abbey was founded by the 4th Earl of Chester, Ranulf de Gernon. In the 12th century, the monastery belonged to the Cistercian Order. The oldest portion of the Abbey is the 12th-century chapter house, with remains of the benches where monks sat for daily readings. Basingwerk is still a significant religious site. Basingwerk Abbey is the starting point for the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way, a long-distance walking route that stretches to Bardsey, the ‘Island of 20,000 Saints’. Car parking is available. This Abbey has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. Basingwerk Abbey affords free admission.”

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01352 714172

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Gladstone's Library
Gladstone's Library
Gladstone's Library
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GLADSTONE'S LIBRARY

(4.9 Score)
Church Lane, Hawarden, Flintshire CH5 3DF, UK Directions

Since 1894

Speciality:

✓ Conference and Meeting Room ✓ Events and Courses ✓ Food and Accommodation

“Gladstone's Library was designed by John Douglas and was funded by public subscription. The Library is also the UK's only Prime Ministerial library and was built following a bequest from William Ewart Gladstone, a Victorian statesman and four times Prime Minister of Great Britain. The current building, which was raised in 1902. The organisation is a self-sustaining registered charity; every donation made and pound spent here goes directly into maintaining the site and the collections it protects. Their world-famous Reading Rooms house thousands of books, including the Gladstone Collection, which comprises items from Gladstone's library.”

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01244 532350

Mon-Sun: 9am - 5pm

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FLINT CASTLE REVIEWS

Free parking and a lovely walk around the ruins of the castle (which is also free to visit). Good to spend about an hour here walking around the castle and along the seafront. The weather was good today, which always makes a visit here much more pleasant. One of the towers is now open and you can go up quite far. Yes, all-in-all a decent, enjoyable visit. We linked this visit with the Lime Kilns nearby and made it a very cheap, enjoyable day.

We've never been here before and must say that it was great to such a historic building so well cared for. The views over the River Dee to the Wirral were fabulous. Within 1min walking distance (and visible from the castle), we discovered a unique war memorial, in which a wooden soldier reads a letter from a mother and father sent to them during the First World War.

Loved this visit. The weather certainly helped too. Very interesting and being able to walk all around the castle was great. Some of the "press button to hear more" stands could do with attention but some work.

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BASINGWERK ABBEY REVIEWS

Hidden gem, Basingwerk is a fantastic little piece of history hidden away in greenfields heritage park. There is plenty remaining of the abbey which is great to have a look around and try and get a picture of what it would have looked like in its hay day. Sites like Basingwerk are overshadowed in north Wales by the better known historical attractions which is a real shame. If you like your history add this to your list it's worth it.

Great place for walks, there are lovely wooded areas that are well maintained, lots of historical buildings to learn about at Greenfield Valley Heritage Park not just the abbey. For dog walkers, you can go off lead (responsibly) and there is also plenty of dog bins provided. Shop and cafe facilities available.

Some lovely photos from St Mary's Abbey just off the coast Road in Flint well worth a little visit.

GLADSTONE'S LIBRARY REVIEWS

A tranquilizing unique experience of staying in a library surrounded by books. A place to pause from a busy world and recharge with wisdom and self exploration. Board of books and the 1800’s vibe is depressing? No problem! Chester offers various activities such as wall climbing, driving range gulf (for rubbish weathers) and regular courses too, and plenty of odd museums.

We had a wonderful time at the library. We have been planning to go for some time and made it on our trip to Europe. It was a magical stay. The mid century modern decor of the rooms was beautiful. They were large rooms, with a sitting room, bedroom, and the largest bathroom I've seen in a place. The view from the room was perfect. The library was well taken care of and the restaurant was a nice thing to have. We loved dining here for lunch, dinner, and the included breakfast. Everything was well seasoned, thoughtful, and well priced. Service was fantastic throughout our visit. This is a must visit place to stay and dine.

Such a privilege to be able to spend time reading in the lovely surrounds of Gladstone's Library. The room was perfectly adequate (although my 6ft4 husband struggled with the shower), but everything else was superlative - beautiful building, lovely food, delightful friendly service, the most relaxing place ever, and Hawarden village and the estate were very sweet.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

FLINT CASTLE Total Inspection Points: 119/120
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Videos: 10
Website Source: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

BASINGWERK ABBEY Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Complete Info: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Acknowledgements: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Videos: 10
Website Standard: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

GLADSTONE'S LIBRARY Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Reviews Accuracy of : 10
Videos: 10
Website Standard: 10
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