Destination Guide
llangollen, Four Counties & Cheshire Rings
Llangollen, which is home to the famous international musical ‘Eisteddfod’, nestles within the beautiful Dee Valley in the North East of Wales. As you travel along this magnificent stretch of water, the 70 foot Pontcysyllte Aqueduct looms in the distance, heightening the drama of a spectacular cruise.
For the historically minded, there is everything in this bustling little market town from Dinas Bran Castle to the 18th century house and garden at Plas Newydd. Or you may wish to take a ride on the Steam Railway or visit the Motor Museum. Concerts, exhibitions and cinema are also staged in the Royal International Pavilion.
The Four Counties Ring is a blend of fabulous scenery, atmospheric tunnels and historic towns. Cruise through the salt ‘wiches’ of Northwich and Middlewich. Navigate the famous 2926 yards of the Harecastle Tunnel and discover the pottery museums of Stoke-on-Trent.
The Cheshire Ring includes the highest navigable waterway in England on the Macclesfield and Peak Forest Canals. The scenery in the Peak District is bewitching and you’ll also cruise through gentle Cheshire countryside. The city of Manchester is also nearby.
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Discover the local sights
Chester
- • 1000 year old cathedral and castle
- • Racecourse
- • Zoo
- • Roman amphitheatre – largest in Britain
Anderton Boat Lift
The world’s first boat lift and one of the greatest feats of 19th century engineering. Perched on the banks of the River Weaver, like a giant three storey iron spider, it offers educational facilities, interactive displays and a café.
Llangollen
- • Beautiful historic location on the banks of the River Dee
- • Market town with quaint shops and restaurants
- • Leisure activities include golf, whitewater rafting and walking
Wedgwood Visitor Centre
See the world famous Wedgwood ceramics being made. You can even try your hand at making a pot yourself or simply relax in the restaurant.
Plot your course
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Our team recommends…
Travel up the ‘Shroppie’ and moor in Chester, go shopping in the Rows or take the family to the award winning zoo. On the Four Counties Ring visit the Wedgwood Visitor Centre and throw a pot or two. Glide down the Llangollen Canal and marvel at the architecture, two tunnels, two aqueducts and finishing at the pretty little town of Llangollen – where you can have a ride on the steam train.
Sohail Yakub
