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Llangollen : Michelin's recommendations

The Vale of Llangollen and the valley of the Dee have long formed a convenient route for travellers. The little market town of Llangollen is dominated by the ruins of a Welsh castle and every year hosts an International Eisteddfod (folk festival). The town's international standing is reinforced by the presence of the ECTARC (European Centre for Traditional and Regional Cultures).

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Tourist attractions Llangollen : Things to see and do

Plas Newydd

Hill Street GB - Llangollen LL20 8AW

Plas Newydd, once a humble cottage, was transformed in 1780 into the black and white building it is today by two eccentric ladies who arrived from Ireland. They caused considerable comment at the time but entertained a constant stream of distinguishe..

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Valle Crucis Abbey

7a A542 GB - Llangollen

The beautifully sited Valle Crucis Abbey was an important Cistercian abbey founded in 1201, today it is in ruins. It was well known for its patronage of the bards, including a local 14C poet, lolo Goch. The Early English west front still stands and t..

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Pont Cysyllte

A539 GB - Llangollen

Pont Cysyllteis is a magnificent aqueduct that was built between 1795 and 1810 by the engineer Thomas Telford. One of the great monuments of the industrial age, it carries the Ellesmere Canal over the River Dee at a height of 23m. It is accompanied b..

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Hotels Llangollen

The Hand Hotel

Bridge Street GB - Llangollen LL20 8PL

Prix Prices from : 65 £

The hotel is in Llangollen town centre, looking out over the River Dee. It mixes original character with modern comforts, including free Wi-Fi, free parking and a riverside garden. The Hand Hotel was fully refurbished in early 2010. The en suite roo..

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Manorhaus Llangollen

Hill Street, Victoria Square. GB - Llangollen LL20 8EU

Set within a historic Victorian townhouse in the heart of Llangollen, Manorhaus Llangollen boasts original features blended with modern interior design and facilities such as free Wi-Fi. A wet-room with rain shower is provided in each Manorhaus room..

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Gales Of Llangollen

18 Bridge Street GB - Llangollen LL20 8PF

Prix Prices from : 50 £

Situated in one of the oldest streets in Llangollen and a few seconds from the high street, Gales has individual en suite bedrooms. Each room is sympathetically restored in keeping with the historic character of the buildings. Rooms are split betwee..

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