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Attractions & Activities Llangollen

Attractions and Activities in or near Llangollen, such as Llangollen Wharf and Llangollen Railway are listed below. The ancient market town of Llangollen is situated in the beautiful Dee Valley under the watchful eye of Dinas Bran Castle. Made popular by the Victorians due to it stunning landscapes and clean air, today it is still one the most visited destinations in North Wales. With a long and rich history there are many historic buildings and sites to explore.

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Llangollen Wharf

Wharf Hill, Llangollen 0.2 miles away

From Llangollen Wharf you can embark on either a horse drawn boat trip or a motorised aqueduct cruise. The horse drawn trip last about 45 minutes and run every hour taking you through some of the most beautiful canals in Britain. The aqueduct cruise... more

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Llangollen Railway

The Station, Abbey Road, Llangollen 0.2 miles away

Llangollen Railway is a mainly Steam hauled Heritage Railway Line starting at Llangollen Station located beside the Dee River Bridge in Llangollen Town, and continuing for 7 ½ miles upstream, following the River Dee to the village of Carrog. As well... more

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Plassey Craft and Retail Centre

The Plassey, Eyton, Wrexham 8.9 miles away

Bring the family for a fun and unique day out at The Plassey! Frequent “Family Events” and family activity Craft workshops - please see website www.plassey.com for more information. Over 25 shops set around charming Edwardian buildings and... more

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Chester Race Company Ltd

The Racecourse, Chester 19.0 miles away

The crowds here are testament to the racecourse’s enduring popularity, and perhaps more so than any other racecourse in Britain, the quality of racing at Chester is not uppermost in patrons’ thoughts - not that it is anything but good all summer!... more

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Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral Office, 12 Abbey Square, Chester 19.3 miles away

Originally built as a monastery founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral was reconstuted as a Cathedral in 1541. The building has a rich and fascinating heritage and a visit here opens a window onto a rich and varied story of monks, kings and craftsmen. ... more

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Chester Zoo

Upton by Chester, Chester 21.1 miles away

Visit Chester Zoo - a world of wildlife awaits you! Discover over 8000 wonderful animals and 400 different species including some of the most endangered in the world! From the magnificent elephants and rhinos to the delicate butterflies, there is a... more

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Bala Lake Railway

The Station, Llanuwchllyn, Bala 21.9 miles away

Steam narrow gauge railway, Bala Lake Railway offers a 9 mile return journey through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.... more

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Blue Planet Aquarium

Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port 23.3 miles away

Blue Planet Aquarium: Come share an incredible voyage of discovery through the underwater world from fresh water lakes and streams to mangrove swamps, rocky shores, stunning coral reefs and mighty ocean depths. Blue Planet Aquarium has the largest... more

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Hack Green Secret Bunker

PO Box 127, Nantwich 23.9 miles away

Hack Green was one of 21 fixed radar stations in the country and one of only 12 fully equipped with searchlights and fighter aircraft control. In one of the cabinets in the museum you can see some of the original communications equipment used by... more

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Blakemere Craft Centre

Chester Road, Sandiway, Northwich 29.7 miles away

Blakemere is a recipe of relaxed shopping mixed with activities and events ideal for couples and 'ladies who lunch'. It’s also a great day out for all the family! With over 25 unique boutique style shops based in and around a beautifully restored... more

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Liverpool Cathedral

St James Mount, Liverpool 30.7 miles away

Liverpool´s world famous Cathedral is open daily throughout the year - the largest Cathedral in the UK, breathtaking in its architecture, beauty and atmosphere. Climb to the top of the tower for spectacular vistas across the region and river, and the... more

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Beatles Story

Brittania Vaults, Albert Dock, Liverpool 30.7 miles away

The Beatles Story is the story of how four young lads from Liverpool were propelled to worldwide fame and fortune. The story is on audio guide that is narrated by John Lennon´s sister, Julia.... more

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Catalyst - Science Discovery Centre

Gossage Building, Mersey Road, Widnes 32.1 miles away

Catalyst makes science exciting and accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Enjoy panoramic views across Cheshire from the rooftop Observatory reached by a scenic glass lift, or visit Scientrific and Birth of an Industry galleries, home to... more

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Llechwedd Slate Caverns

Blaenau Ffestiniog 32.2 miles away

Llechwedd Slate Caverns offer two tour options: the Miners Tramway where you will board a train in the original slate slabbing mill and ride into an 1846 tunnel via the side of the mountain. This journey remains on the level and tranverses some... more

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Hoo Farm

Preston-on-the-Weald Moors, Telford 33.7 miles away

Hoo Farm is family run and over 100 years old, set in 32 acres of paddocks and woodland. The farm is home to owls, ostriches, ferrets, lizards, snakes, meerkats and many more, with different activities running throughout the day from Lamb Feeding and... more

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Anderton Boat Lift

Lift Lane, Anderton, Northwich 33.9 miles away

Anderton Boat Lift was opened in March 2002 following a £7m restoration project to restore the famous Victorian structure. One of the `seven wonders of the waterways´ and a major national tourist attraction. First opened in 1875 and re-adapted to a... more

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Knowsley Safari Park

Prescot 35.4 miles away

Knowsley Safari Park has been one of the top all-day attractions in the North West for over 35 years. Visitors can see more than 500 mammals on its five-mile safari drive - including the famous Knowsley baboons - and then enjoy close-up views of... more

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King Arthur´s Labyrinth

Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Machynlleth 35.7 miles away

King Arthur's Labyrinth: An Underground Storytelling Adventure. Sail underground, through a waterfall and back across a thousand years into the darkest of the Dark Ages. Enjoy tales of King Arthur, and other ancient Welsh legends as you explore the... more

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Aintree Racecourse

Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool 36.2 miles away

Stages the final big meeting of the National Hunt season in Britain, the three-day John Smith’s Grand National festival in April. The National is the most famous jumps race in the world: 40 horses and their fearless jockeys, taking on each other, not... more

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Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust

Coach Road, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge, Telford 36.2 miles away

The Ironbridge Gorge Museums are a series of ten amazing museums located in the beautiful Ironbridge gorge. The seperate museums are: Blists Hill Victorian Town, Broseley Pipeworks, Coalport China Museum, Darby Houses, Enginuity, Jackfield Tile... more

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Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT)

Machynlleth 36.7 miles away

One of the world’s most visited eco-centres, CAT features hands-on displays and practical examples of sustainable living, renewable energy and organic gardening. A not to be missed attraction. While you’re here, enjoy a delicious meal in our... more

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Stockley Farm

Stockley Farm, Arley, Northwich 37.4 miles away

Stockley Farm, opened in 1987, is an organic farm on the Arley Estate which grows a variety of crops and Milks 200 Organic cows. On arrival you are taken by tractor and trailer from the car park to the farm where there is a variety of animals... more

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The World of Glass

Chalon Way East, St Helens 37.9 miles away

The World of Glass: Experience a wonderful day out with a difference at this award-winning visitor attraction in St Helens, which shows how glass has changed our world forever. Witness live glass blowing demonstrations, be amazed by the 3D... more

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Foxfield Light Railway

Foxfield, PO Box 1967, Stoke-on-Trent 41.3 miles away

The Foxfield Railway is a preserved Steam Railway in North Staffordshire. Formerly built to carry coal, it now carries visitors on a five mile round journey through the picturesque Staffordshire Moorland scenery. The railway is home to some 28 Steam,... more

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The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery

Bethesda Street, City Centre, Stoke-on-Trent 41.4 miles away

The Potteries Museum & Art Gallery is the home of the world´s finest collection of Staffordshire ceramics, including the National Minton Collection. Discover the story of Stoke-on-Trent´s people, products and landscapes through imaginative displays... more

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Wedgwood Museum

Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent 41.6 miles away

For a unique experience and a very warm welcome, the stunning new Wedgwood Museum is the place to visit - whether you just like looking at beautiful objects or have specialist interest. We are the home of one of the most interesting ceramic... more

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Royal Air Force Museum Cosford

Cosford, Shifnal 41.9 miles away

The Royal Air Force Museum Cosford houses one of the largest aviation collections in the UK with 70 historic aircraft on display in three wartime hangars and within the National Cold War Exhibition. A major feature of this unique exhibition is... more

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Gladstone Pottery Museum

Uttoxeter Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 43.2 miles away

Gladstone Pottery Museum was originally the Gladstone Works, started in the 1780s. The ovens were last fired in 1960. The Museum was opened in 1974 and is the last remaining Victorian pottery factory complete with traditional coal burning bottle... more

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Aynsley China

Atlas Works, Sutherland Road, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent 43.4 miles away

Aynsley have been manufacturing Fine Bone China in Stoke-on-Trent since 1775. In more recent years Aynsley has joined, Belleek Pottery, and Galway Crystal, bringing together the strength of three well established brands. The Aynsley factory shop in... more

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Stafford Castle Visitor Centre

Newport Road, Stafford 44.4 miles away

Stafford Castle is a Norman Stone motte and bailey fortress. Standing on the motte are the remains of a massive hall-keep built in 1348. After the civil war, the slighted remains were given an extensive 19th century gothic reconstruction. Lower down... more

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Spaceguard Centre

Llanshay Lane, Knighton 44.4 miles away

The Spaceguard Centre is a working astronomical observatory, located in a commanding location overlooking the town of Knighton, Powys, with stunning views that cover four counties. The Centre is dedicated to the study of asteroids and comets that... more

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GreenWood Forest Park

Y Felinheli, Caernarfon 45.3 miles away

Let the family adventure begin! Voted Best Family Attraction in North Wales, GreenWood Forest Park is a ‘must visit’ day out. Set in 17 magical acres, discover bags of woodland adventure, awesome attractions and forest family fun. Jump aboard... more

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Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway

Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn 46.6 miles away

Talyllyn Railway boasts narrow gauge steam trains running seven and a half miles into Snowdonia National Park. It offers walks from all stations, museum, cafés, shops, waterfalls, and wheelchair accommodation on all trains. It is not only the first... more

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Anglesey Sea Zoo

Brynsiencyn, Isle of Anglesey 48.1 miles away

The Anglesey Sea Zoo has over 150 species, all found around Anglesey and the North Wales coastline. The tour takes you through the Bone Free Zone, Shipwreck and a walk over the Shark Pool. An underwater camera gives you a fish´s eye view of the Fish... more

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Animalarium

Borth Zoo, Ynis Fergi, Borth 49.4 miles away

The Animalarium is a small Zoo, and specialises in taking unwanted exotic pets, and surplus from other Zoos. Our latest unwanted pet is Nilly the young female Eurasian Lynx. She was hand reared and is very tame and affectionate. The monkeys, large... more

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Camelot Theme Park

Park Hall Road, Charnock Richard, Chorley 50.0 miles away

Camelot Theme Park: An unforgettable, fun-packed day awaits visitors to the enchanted kingdom of Camelot . With over half a mile of twists, turns and steep drops our king of the coasters, Knightmare, requires nerves of steel whilst for the true... more

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Manchester United Museum & Tour Centre

Sir Matt Busby Way, Old Trafford, Manchester 50.0 miles away

Manchester United is the world´s most famous football club and the award winning Museum at Old Trafford hosts over 230,000 visitors annually. The Museum tracks the history of the Club from humble beginnings in 1878, showcases the silverware collected... more

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Alton Towers Resort

Alton 53.3 miles away

Escape on an amazing adventure to the Alton Towers Resort and experience unlimited family fun all year round! Join Captain Back and embark on an underwater adventure in the new Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE aquarium. Also new for 2009 is Cloud Cuckoo... more

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Alton Towers Resort Sea Life

Alton 53.3 miles away

Alton Towers Resort opens its gates to Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE! This pirate-themed aquarium, near Mutiny Bay, includes: Over 300 spectacular species of fish, including sharks, rays and seahorses and over 1 million litres of water An Ocean Tank... more

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Vale of Rheidol Railway

Park Avenue, Aberystwyth 54.1 miles away

Opened in 1902, the Vale of Rheidol Railway is a masterpiece of engineering and has been delighting passengers young and old for generations. Although the line no longer carries lead ore from the mines it has been carrying tourists to the beauty spot... more

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Red House Glass Cone

High Street, Wordsley, Stourbridge 54.2 miles away

At Stuart Crystal, take a self guided tour through the glassworks including the underground passages and tunnels which have not previously been open to the public. A spiral staircase allows you to walk up through the core of the glass furnace onto a... more

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Severn Valley Railway

The Railway Station, Bewdley 54.5 miles away

In just over four decades, the Severn Valley Railway has graduated from relative obscurity to great prominence in British railway preservation. Nowadays, the initials SVR are not solely part of the specialist jargon of keen railway enthusiasts -... more

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West Midland Safari & Leisure Park

Spring Grove, Bewdley 54.8 miles away

At West Midlands Safari Park the 4 mile drive-through Safari covers an area of over 150 acres, which includes the ‘Kingdom of White Lions’ where you can see the largest pride of White Lions in Europe. The park is home to a variety of, exotic and... more

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Dudley Canal Tunnel and Limestone Mines

A4123 Birmingham New Road, Dudley 55.2 miles away

Visit the subterranean world in Dudley by skipper guided boat tours taking you back in time to when Dudley was a coral seabed. With two audio visual shows and a chance to experience the old fashioned art of 'legging' the boat. Fun for the whole... more

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Dudley Zoological Gardens

Castle Hill, Dudley 55.3 miles away

Lions and Tigers to Snakes and Spiders - Go Wild at Dudley Zoological Gardens. Come face to face with Lemurs as they roam freely in their woodland home. Walk through a Rainforest to see primates & otters. Watch Brids of Prey as they fly around the... more

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Bury Art Museum

Moss Street, Bury 56.2 miles away

Bury Art Museum opened in 1901 thanks to the generosity of the children of local paper manufacturer Thomas Wrigley. To commemorate Queen Victoria´s Diamond Jubilee in 1897, they presented the town with their father´s art collection which included... more

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East Lancashire Railway

Bolton Street Station, Bolton Street, Bury 56.3 miles away

A trip on the East Lancashire Railway is a journey back in time. It was opened in 1846 to link the Manchester to Bolton line with Radcliffe and was a popular passenger and freight route, which served the Irwell Valley from Bury to Rawtenstall and... more

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Blackpool Sea Life Centre

The Promenade, Blackpool 58.4 miles away

Blackpool Sea Life Centre has over 50 displays that include seahorses, sharks and pirahnas. Also see a sunken galleon with pirates.... more

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Blackpool Zoo

East Park Drive, Blackpool 58.9 miles away

Blackpool Zoo, set in 32 acres of parkland, is where you can see birds and animals in natural environments. It is home to more than 1500 animals that include lions, giraffes, elephants and many more.... more

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The Chestnut Centre

Castleton Road, Chapel le Frith, High Peak 59.0 miles away

The Chestnut Centre is an escape from the bustle of life, in a secluded natural valley in the Peak National Park. The centre is home to 4 species of otters including the rare Giant Otter, 15 species of owl, tame fallow deer in the deer herd, foxes,... more

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