10 History Museums in North Wales That You Shouldn't Miss

Yr Ysgwrn is a traditional Welsh farmhouse and Grade II* listed building, dating from the 1830s, which came to international recognition in 1917, as the home of the poet Ellis Humphrey Evans, better known by his bardic name, Hedd Wyn ('Blessed Peace'). On March 1st, 2012, Snowdonia National Park Authority and its partners announced that they had secured Yr Ysgwrn for the nation.

Just a stone's throw from Conwy's magnificent medieval town walls, the centre contains the county archive, an area library, heritage exhibitions, a community arts hub, meeting room, and café. It's a great starting point to explore the rich story of Conwy County. The exhibitions on display take visitors through five thousand years of history complete with unique objects and artworks.

Advance booking required Built in the late 13th century and reputed to be haunted by a past resident, this picturesque castle was built for King Edward I and is a perfect example of the "concentric castle" design. The displayed opening times are our general pattern. Please check the Cadw website for specific times and days, including closures.

The National Slate Museum Llanberis will reopen to the public on 23rd August 2020. During this unprecedented time the museum will be open for four days a week. Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10am - 4pm. Entry is FREE but tickets must be booked in advance. For more information please visit the website

Covid-19 Update ~ Plas Newydd Tearooms will be open 10AM - 4PM daily. The Gardens and Grounds are open daily and free to explore! Plas Newydd Historic House will unfortunately be closed until further notice. Home of the ‘Ladies of Llangollen’ Miss Sarah Ponsonby and Lady Eleanor Butler captured the imagination of Regency society when they ran away and set up home together in Wales. Visit their extraordinary gothicised home and hear of the stream of famous visitors they received. Learn how they won the hearts of local people and turned a simple cottage into a fantasy of oak carvings and stained glass. Stroll through the gardens they developed and try homemade cakes in the tea rooms.

Please note that due to extensive flood damage we are sorry to announce that Ruthin Gaol will remain closed indoors for the rest of 2021. HOWEVER, from Wednesday 2nd June 2021, we will be holding FREE outdoor tours of the prison buildings and exercise yards, plus our Shop will be open. Tours will take place at 11am and 2pm on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Wednesday 2nd June” • Booking not required but numbers limited to 30 people each tour and will be compliant with Government Covid restrictions • Weather permitting (on poor weather days please check before you travel) • All ages welcome, tour is flat and wheelchair/pushchair accessible. Parking nearby in public car parks. • No toilets open on site, nearby public toilets available.

THE MUSEUM IS CLOSED NOW UNTIL EASTER 2020 The museum is a fascinating experience for the whole family. Step back in time at the oldest lifeboat station in Wales (circa. 1858), Which houses a wonderful collection of exhibits telling the enthralling maritime history of Holyhead. Situated alongside the Maritime Museum, in a Second World War Air Raid Shelter, is the very informative permanent exhibition "Holyhead at War".

We are a family run business est 2001 , a private and much loved collection of vehicles we currently display over 100 vehicles , from motorcycles , tractors , cars, a growing military section and a Hunter Hawker plane, with the backfrop of automotive memorabilia. There is an on site cafe which can be used without museum entrance .There is a play area for customers , and a small but perfectly formed cl caravan and motorhome site. we also offer unique accommodation in converted military vehicles, Anglesey AWOL glamping.

This community based museum tells the story of crossing the Menai Strait and celebrates the iconic, historic bridges and the famous engineers who built them. You can see artefacts from the original bridges, watch films of their reconstruction, try building a bridge or test your knowledge by doing the quiz, extend your visit with a walk over and under the Suspension Bridge or look for the lions on the Britannia Bridge and find out why the Menai Strait is so important for wildlife. Open every Wednesday and Thursday, Easter-October from 10:00-17:00 hours. Outside normal opening times, we are happy to welcome groups of 10 or more; please contact the office to discuss your visit. The Telford Centre can be found across from Waitrose, near the Menai Suspension Bridge.

2015 Easter to September Open - Wednesday to Sunday 10:30 - 4pm We can open during evening for groups or societies through prior arrangement.