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A fascinating secret world is hidden in the village of Rhydymwyn near Mold. During World War II an area was developed as a base for storing significant amounts of mustard gas shells. This was an ideal site as it was well hidden in a relatively narrow concealed valley and tunnels could also be created … Continue reading →

There is an opportunity to experience the ‘Royalty and Rogues’ tour in Ruthin on Easter Monday 9th April. Listen to stories of rogues who were inmates at the Old Gaol – including the infamous John Jones ‘Coch Bach y Bala’ who escaped and was on … Continue reading →

It’s all been happening for Ruthin during the last few days.   First of all the BBC magazine has put Ruthin on the map – an alternative map for 2012 visitors!  As this is a big year for tourism in the UK  (with the Olympics and … Continue reading →

I was in the Bangor on Dee area today so I decided to call on Johnson & Son – a basketware family business spanning five generations. It’s always a delight to visit the village and you always get a warm welcome at Johnson & … Continue reading →

Today was a beautiful day – with frost covering the ground first thing, a cloudless blue sky and brilliant sunshine.  A perfect day to drive down the Vale of Clwyd to visit Rhuddlan. I love the view approaching the small town of … Continue reading →