Top Things to do in Wrexham
Top 10 Things to do in Wrexham, Wales
Discover the best top things to do in Wrexham, United Kingdom including Hope Mountain, Erddig, Wrexham County Borough Museum, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, St Giles Parish Church, Xplore! Science Discovery Centre, Alyn Waters Country Park, Acton Park, Maes-y-Pant / Marford Quarry, Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse.
Restaurants in Wrexham
1. Hope Mountain
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 22 reviews
Hope mountain is a beautiful landmark, just outside Wrexham. With various routes up to the top, it is filled with wildlife, scenic venues and an endless number of walking options.
Reviewed By hterri2018
Hope mountain is a wonderful place to visit it is accessible by car there is a carpark at the top and there are several walks either short or long of different capabilities ones on the top it is fairly flat but the views are amazing. It is a wonderful place to walk your dog and take grandchildren to pla hope mountain is a wonderful place to visit it is accessible by car there is a carpark at the top and there are several walks either short or long of different capabilities once on the top it is fairly flat but the views are amazing. It is a wonderful place to walk your dog and to take Take children to play.
2. Erddig
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,304 reviews
Reviewed By Clivel_98 - Hereford, United Kingdom
This large house used to be owned by the Yorke family: they had the place for over 250 years. They were also magpies: nothing ever got thrown away. However, toward the end of the Yorkes’ ownership, the house was allowed to get in a dilapidated state. So much so that the National Trust didn’t want to take it on. When they saw the collection of items, though, they changed their minds. Now, Erddig is well on the way to complete resurrection. It is stuffed with the Yorkes’ collection, and the rooms have been put back to the form they would have been in at their best. A wonderful place - it is also in massive grounds with some excellent formal gardens and outbuildings. Also a restaurant, cafe, tea garden and ice cream parlour.
3. Wrexham County Borough Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
The Wrexham County Borough Museum is a museum covering a variety of historical periods ranging from Neolithic right up until the present day. It is a rather popular attraction in Wrexham due to the free admission, as well as being open and suitable to all ages with a number of hands on activities for younger guests. The museum is the home of a large Welsh orientated football collection as well as a variety of local artefacts. The museum often holds special events and/or exhibitions.
Reviewed By FearlessTraveller101 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
A very interesting little museum with lots of snippets of Wrexham local history and a nice cafe to finish.
4. Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,632 reviews
Reviewed By LlanonGilly - Llanon, United Kingdom
Fabulous views and and amazing feat of engineering by Thomas Telford, enjoyed walking across the aqueduct and watching the canal activity.
5. St Giles Parish Church
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 144 reviews
Reviewed By Big_Jeff_Leo - St Helens, United Kingdom
This is one of the finest Parish Churches in Wales. The building in its present form dates mainly from the end of the 15th and the beginning of the 16th centuries. The impressive tower stands 135 feet high, and was complete in 1506. The churchyard is entered through wrought-iron gates, completed in 1720 - these are not to be missed. Inside you will find some exceptional stained glass windows by the studio of Burne-Jones in the north aisle and a series of windows by Charles Eamer Kempe and C.E. Kempe and Co in the south aisle. Also seek out the tomb of Elihu Yale, benefactor of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut, which is located in the churchyard. There are also many splendid war memorials and plaques, as well as the memorial chapel to the Royal Welsh Fusiliers.
6. Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 203 reviews
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is the newest and most exciting attraction for absolutely everybody! From the people that brought you 'Techniquest Glyndwr', this fantastic science centre comes with a whizz and a bang with amazing experiments, curious exhibits and exciting live shows whatever the weather.
Reviewed By 617beew
Very reasonable price, I had a 9 year old and a 13 year old with me and they both loved it. Good range of activities, staff were friendly and helpful. I recommend catching one of the 'shows' they will let you know the times when you pay and escort the group to a science lab upstairs where you can watch and get involved with experiments, the kids loved the liquid nitrogen - very cool! Well delivered and explained to a variety of age groups who were watching. We would recommend this place, we went on a rainy day and it was a great way to spend the afternoon.
7. Alyn Waters Country Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 229 reviews
Reviewed By NSD82 - Chester, United Kingdom
We come here all the time and it really is the most wonderful place to go all year round, this time as spring is on its way! The caffi is absolutely outstanding with amazing staff and incredible well priced food for all types of dietary requirements including home made cakes and snacks. I would suggest it is under priced as the portions and staff are so awesome you could charge a little more and still have very happy customers! The car park is £1 all day, as of March 2020, and they do offer a mobile way of paying if you have no cash - but clearly as with all council run car parks if you don't pay, it's at your own risk. There are two play parks for those who are under 5/6 and those a little older which are really good fun and stimulate the mind. The obvious missing bit I haven't mentioned here is the massive outdoor space which kids, adults and animals alike can enjoy and go mad in. We'll be back as soon as we can. Much love, ZEN family.
8. Acton Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By mxrshmallowqueen - North Wales, United Kingdom
One of my favourite things to do is go for a walk around Acton Park. It’s always so beautiful, no matter what time of year it is. It’s such a friendly and relaxing environment. I would definitely recommend taking a walk around Acton Park if you get the chance.
9. Maes-y-Pant / Marford Quarry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By megsmum2018 - Wrexham County, United Kingdom
Thus is a lovely place for a walk all year round. There is something for everyone from young to old ,dogs and kids. There are all ability paths level and smooth to wilder areas and the most magnificent wooden fort made from conifers felled to allow native species to grow. Do visit you won't regret it.
10. Bangor-on-Dee Racecourse
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 87 reviews
Bangor on Dee is a left handed jumps racecourse set in glorious countryside and overlooked by the Welsh hills. Bangor has a unique character, amplified by the fact that it is the only Racecourse in the country that doesn't have a grandstand! The first steeplechase meeting took place at Bangor on 25th February 1859 over much the same course as that on which the races are held today. Chester Race Company Ltd is a dynamic, constantly evolving and growing organisation. The company is responsible for two racecourses and all catering and conference facilities at Bangor on Dee and Chester, along with an on course hotel at Chester - the Holiday Inn Express, restaurants 1539 and The White Horse at the Chester site and Commonhall Social in the city of Chester. The company also provide external catering services for third party events.
Reviewed By SallyJ200 - Wem, United Kingdom
Excellent day out at this wonderful friendly racecourse. Such a joy when so many courses are over run with non race goers just there for the beer. Great view of the course.
