A castle once stood at TwtHill on the outskirts of the modern day town of Rhuddlan in North Wales. The castle probably had it’s origins in a Welsh stronghold. Later captured by the Normans when Hugh d’Avranches (The Earl of Chester) and Robert entered North Wales, intent on conquering and […]
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Most people visiting Rhos on Sea, or travelling along the A55 corridor will not notice Bryn Euryn. It is a prominent hill which somehow blends into the background. At first glance, Bryn Euryn is just a small local community nature reserve, tucked away at the back of Rhos on Sea. […]
Lo is a small market town in Flanders, Belgium. It is steeped in history thanks to its connection with the Roman Julius Caesar and it’s medieval abbey. Many traces of the story of Lo remain today. It is home to a surprising National Monument of Belgium. It’s ideally located for […]
Fancy a steady day trip in Flintshire, North Wales? Without spending a lot of money? Join me as we discover 3 historically very important abandoned castles in Wales. 1 was built by the English Another was built by the Welsh Another was built by the Welsh with financial support from […]
In 1925, the architect Sir Clough Williams Ellis bought the estate of Aber La in North Wales. He started creating a home for fallen buildings. A place brim full of statues, corbels and whimsical features. Join me today as we discover the secrets of Portmeirion. Useful Information Location LL48 6ET […]
Discover when, why and where Rhuddlan Castle was built and explore what remains today. The second castle to be started in Wales by the English King, Edward (Longshanks) is at Rhuddlan. Perhaps not as grand as Edward’s other castles of Conwy, Caernarfon, Beaumaris or Harlech, this castle was perhaps the […]
Salem Bungalow was a family home built in 1915 and abandoned to the relentless erosion of the sea in 1944. Discover the story of Salem Bungalow, Alfred Dickinson who built it and what remains today. Useful Information Location In the sea Nearest Bus Stop Robin Hood Camp Nearest Railway Station […]
The Old Halkyn Church yard is reputedly the most haunted graveyard in North Wales. Join me as we discover what happened to the old church, a brief history of the new church and take a look around the old grave yard. Useful Information Location Halkyn CH8 8BY Nearest Bus Stop […]
The Eiffel Tower in Paris, France is named after Gustave Eiffel, the world famous French engineer. Today we discover some facts about Gustave, his other work and the views from what is perhaps the highest apartment in Paris! And discover my obvious mistake – Edison was actually American – Doh! […]
Why was Ewloe Castle built in dense woodland with higher ground above? A terrible place to build a castle, from a defensive point of view. But that is exactly where Ewloe Castle was built by Llewellyn ap Gruffydd. It would be easy for an attacking army to take the castle […]
King Edward the 1st of England famously built a chain of castles through Wales. Known as the ring of iron, the castles were intended to subdue the Welsh as Edward strived to conquer the country of Wales and its Princes. However, relations between the Welsh Princes and English royalty had […]
Flint is a small, functional town in North East Wales. Thousands of tourists pass through every year on their way to places such as Prestatyn and Rhyl. Few will be aware of the stunning Flint Castle, hidden from view as they pass through Flint. Join me for a tour along […]