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Llangollen

route four

Travel back in time to the days of the steam railway and further again to the turn of the eighteenth Century during this tour of wonderful Llangollen.

itinerary : am lunch pm

am:
The day starts with a journey on the heritage Steam Railway which runs from Llangollen station to Carrog station with breath taking scenery through the valley. Whether it transports you to the world of Brief Encounter; or an Agatha Christie Special its appeal is definitely nostalgic.

lunch:
Returning to Llangollen station, lunch is at The Hand Hotel in the town centre.

pm:
The afternoon includes a visit to historical Plas Newydd, home of the ladies of Llangollen. An exhibition within the house features the romantic story of how the ladies eloped from their families and set up home in this wonderfully gothicised dwelling. The grounds also provide a peaceful riverside walk, reconstructed spectacular gardens, and a tea shop for afternoon refreshments.