Discover Llanasa: Churches, Trails and Historic Estates

Llanasa combines a strong historical character with trails through the landscape of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape. This gives you different options when planning your trip: you can explore medieval church architecture, plan an official walk or discover historic estates and gardens. Llanasa is also popular with walkers, horse riders and cyclists.

Church History with Special Details

The Church of St Asaph and St Kentigern is at the heart of the village's history. It is recorded in the Domesday Book and is regarded as an early medieval site. The present two-aisled building was constructed in the 15th century in the Perpendicular style. The east windows contain stained glass from the 16th century. In the churchyard, a tomb chest dating from 1605 commemorates Sir Piers Mostyn. Anyone wishing to include historic architecture and individual examples of craftsmanship in their travel plans will find several periods represented in one place.

Other buildings also tell the story of Llanasa's development. Golden Grove is a Grade I-listed historic house in the Llanasa community. It was built by Edward Morgan in 1578. The sundial at Golden Grove bears the engraving “1590” on its natural-stone base. Llanasa Village Hall was built as a National School in 1857–1858 and opened in 1859. The school was later converted into a church hall and then into the village community hall.

Walks with Different Starting Points

For an active day plan, the North Wales Pilgrim's Way offers a clearly described section: a route of 2.7 miles, or 4.3 kilometres, leads from Maen Achwyfan to Llanasa. Take this distance into account when planning your walking day. Another option is the official walk from Gwaenysgor to Llanasa. It can start at the Gwaenysgor viewpoint car park or alternatively in Llanasa.

The North Wales Cycle Path runs near Llanasa, where it is known as Sustrans Route 5. This allows you to plan your trip around walking or cycling, while horse riders are also part of the character of the village. Llanasa is designated as a Conservation Area and lies within the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape.

Gyrn Castle and Historic Gardens

Gyrn Castle lies east of Llanasa in a wooded valley. The estate is considered a picturesque 19th-century property of historic interest. It includes a circular walk around several lakes and woodland areas, a rock garden and a terraced garden. Gyrn Castle was rebuilt between 1817 and 1824 by John Douglas, a cotton manufacturer from Holywell. This combination of architectural history, garden spaces, lakes and woodland provides a different focus from the village centre with its church.

The Right Accommodation for Your Travel Plans

If you are looking for a holiday apartment or holiday cottage in Llanasa, first decide which experiences should define your stay. Those interested in culture can focus on the church, Golden Grove and the history of the Village Hall. For an active trip, consider the Pilgrim's Way routes, the walk from Gwaenysgor and the proximity of Sustrans Route 5. Anyone wishing to combine different types of days can alternate historic discoveries with trails through the landscape. In this way, your accommodation search is guided by your preferred travel rhythm rather than just by the name of the village.

More Places to Include in Your Plans

If you would also like to visit other places besides Llanasa: Penyffordd, Deeside, Hawarden, Carmel, Bagillt, Flint, Sealand and Whitford.

To the higher-level travel overview: Flintshire.