Holywell

[Dollie]

What can I do in Holywell, Flintshire during early December - any suggestions for good attractions nearby?

[mnko]

i know theres a good market there on a sunday, well in mostyn anyway called the coed moewa or somethin like that . chesters nearby.

[raysparx]

There ain't a lot there Dollie,but it is quite near Chester which is a lovely place,or even Liverpool only about half hour drive, what do you want to go to Holywell for in December, The only thing I can think Of worth looking at is The Marble Church quite near there .

[raysparx]

Hi dollie, I just had a thought, Llandudno isn't to far away from there,have a look at the North Wales Theatre web site,might be a good show on,it is a good theatre,prices not normally too bad, Ray

[Dollie]

Hi Raysparx - I booked a gorgeous little cottage cos wanted a cosy winter break with hubby - thought we could travel to bigger towns. Its his birthday on 2nd Dec so thats why it was then. Thanks for your suggestions - I'm sure we will visit Chester and Liverpool. Cheers Doll xx

[raysparx]

Hi Dollie, Have a great time, there is a place near there called Cheshire oaks ,it is designer outlet park,pretty cheap, make sure you come inland a bit, I live in Betws-Y-Coed, we have some beautiful scenery here,and some good Restaurants,if you do come this way for a meal,go to the Ty Gwyn,by waterloo bridge in Betws, Slate mines in Blaenau Ffestiniog worth a trip (if it's open then) Chester is beautiful,you will love it,very old, where are you coming from? Take care,have a great break, Ray xx

[Dollie]

Thanks Ray - Coming from Halifax, West Yorkshire - about 90 miles I think. How far is Bets-y-coed from Holywell then Ray - cos we will be looking for a good eating place on the Sat night ?

[Dollie]

Just clicked on Ty Gwyn hotel website Ray - looks lovely and menu sounds fab - if its not too far from Holywell then we could go there - I need to book somewhere for his birthday night (Sat) which I want to be special - so I would feel more confident booking somewhere that has been recommended.

[raysparx]

Hi Dollie,
Betws is probably about 35 mile from holywell, you would go along the A55 towards Llandudno,turn off at the A470 turning towards Betws-Y-Coed and the 470 takes you direct into Betws,when you come off the A55 it is called Black Cat Roundabout about 5miles past Colwyn Bay Turning, it is about 18 miles to Betws once you come off 55

There is a good Chinese in Llandudno, The Jasmine House,if you didn't want the drive to Betws, or a good Hotel just outside LLandudno, called Bodysgallen Hall,that is pretty posh,lovely place though,theyve probably got a web site, but If you go to ty Gwyn, I would Recommend the restaurant,not the Bar , and they do Brilliant food, Steak Tower, Sirloin, Rack of lamb (massive) Fresh Conwy Trout or quite often Sea bass, god i'm getting hungry, we ate in there last week, but BOOK first, 01690 710383

I would not normally recommend anywhere,but we go there about once a month and never been let down,hope you wont be, sorry I don't know anywhere near Holywell,but you might find something in Chester,that would be nearer, have a great time Dollie & hubby, We are from London,but have lived here 25 years,the local people are very friendly,cheers now, bye, Ray xx, hope it has helped a bit.

[Dollie]

Ray - it certainly has helped more than a bit - I feel a bit easier now - going to somewhere I've never been before was a bit daunting. Will look into all what you have told me and hopefully will have a lovely time.
Thanks once again for all your help and information - much appreciated. Doll xx

[turboped]

Dollie

Sorry it's taken so long to spot you Q, where exactly is the cottage you've booked? I live 3 miles from Holywell and there is not a lot there apart from the Holy Well (St Winifred's Well), which is supposed to be the lourdes of the UK. If you go inland from Holywell there is beutiful countryside and plenty of places for walking etc. Ray is right, Chester is not far (20 mins by car) and very atmospheric at xmas time. Theatre Clwyd in 'Mold' (pretty market town) as I know your interested in trhat sort of thing, or Pavillion Theatre in Llandudno. trying to remember the actor from Holywell, has been in films and was in Miss Saigon in the West End years ago???

[turboped]

The actors name is Jonathan Pryce