Mold is the county town of Flintshire — a handsome, well-served market town in the rolling hills of north-east Wales, with an excellent weekly market, a thriving independent retail scene, outstanding schools and one of the finest small theatres in Wales. With a population of 10,078 it is compact and walkable, with a character that is distinctly Welsh despite its proximity to the English border.
Mold's Wednesday and Saturday markets are among the finest traditional markets in North Wales — the covered market hall and the outdoor stalls together draw shoppers from across Flintshire and beyond. The magnificent Parish Church of St Mary, built largely in the early 16th century, is one of the finest late medieval churches in North Wales, with exceptional carved stonework and a remarkable collection of Tudor monuments. Daniel Owen, considered the father of the Welsh-language novel, was born in Mold in 1836 — the town's museum is named after him and his bronze statue stands in the town centre.
Theatr Clwyd — one of the most respected producing theatres in Wales, recently rebuilt in a spectacular new building — is located in Mold and regularly transfers productions to London's West End. The Clwydian Range AONB rises immediately west of the town, giving superb walking on the doorstep. Chester is just 12 miles east.
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VisitBritain- Theatr ClwydOne of Wales's most respected producing theatres, recently rebuilt in a spectacular new building. Regular West End transfers and a year-round programme of world-class drama, comedy and music.
- Mold MarketOne of the finest traditional markets in North Wales — Wednesday and Saturday markets fill the town centre with local produce, crafts, clothing and the bustle of an authentic Welsh market town.
- St Mary's Parish ChurchA magnificent late medieval church built largely in the early 16th century — exceptional carved stonework, Tudor monuments and a beautifully preserved interior. One of the finest medieval churches in Flintshire.
- Daniel Owen MuseumCelebrating the life and work of Daniel Owen (1836-1895), the father of the Welsh-language novel. An excellent local museum telling the story of Mold's cultural and social history.
- Clwydian Range AONBThe Clwydian Hills rise directly west of Mold — Moel Famau (the highest point at 554m, with the ruined Jubilee Tower) gives panoramic views from Snowdonia to the Peak District.
- Mold Town CentreA well-preserved Georgian and Victorian town centre with an excellent range of independent shops, cafés and restaurants surrounding the church and market — one of the most characterful town centres in North Wales.
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