Extensive ruins of a 12th-century Cistercian monastery founded in 1131 A.D. & later remodeled.
A beautiful well preserved Abbey ruin. Thankfully Henry left more than most across Wales. Free to enter. Very atmospheric. Well worth leaving the A55 for
Founded in 1131 it was once part of a network of Cistercian settlements throughout Wales and the starting point of the North Wales Pilgrims Way. It was abounded in 1536 after King Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries. Its now part of the Greenfield Heritage Park with some easy walking but unfortunately you have to pay to go in to the museum and the gates to the Abbey Wire Mill remains were locked.
Hidden gem, Basingwerk is a fantastic little piece of history hidden away in greenfields heritage park. There is plenty remaining of the abbey which is great to have a look around and try and get a picture of what it would have looked like in its hay day. Sites like Basingwerk are overshadowed in north Wales by the better known historical attractions which is a real shame. If you like your history add this to your list it's worth it.
Some lovely photos from St Mary's Abbey just off the coast Road in Flint well worth a little visit.
Ancient abbey site dating to 1132. Ruins but it gives you a good idea of the size and layout of the abbey. Free to visit.
Great place for walks, there are lovely wooded areas that are well maintained, lots of historical buildings to learn about at Greenfield Valley Heritage Park not just the abbey. For dog walkers, you can go off lead (responsibly) and there is also plenty of dog bins provided. Shop and cafe facilities available.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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A beautiful well preserved Abbey ruin. Thankfully Henry left more than most across Wales. Free to enter. Very atmospheric. Well worth leaving the A55 for
Founded in 1131 it was once part of a network of Cistercian settlements throughout Wales and the starting point of the North Wales Pilgrims Way. It was abounded in 1536 after King Henry VIII's dissolution of the monasteries. Its now part of the Greenfield Heritage Park with some easy walking but unfortunately you have to pay to go in to the museum and the gates to the Abbey Wire Mill remains were locked.
Hidden gem, Basingwerk is a fantastic little piece of history hidden away in greenfields heritage park. There is plenty remaining of the abbey which is great to have a look around and try and get a picture of what it would have looked like in its hay day. Sites like Basingwerk are overshadowed in north Wales by the better known historical attractions which is a real shame. If you like your history add this to your list it's worth it.
Some lovely photos from St Mary's Abbey just off the coast Road in Flint well worth a little visit.
Ancient abbey site dating to 1132. Ruins but it gives you a good idea of the size and layout of the abbey. Free to visit.
Great place for walks, there are lovely wooded areas that are well maintained, lots of historical buildings to learn about at Greenfield Valley Heritage Park not just the abbey. For dog walkers, you can go off lead (responsibly) and there is also plenty of dog bins provided. Shop and cafe facilities available.
