Nearby Ruthin is a small town steeped in history with a Norman Castle and quaint narrow streets lined with timber framed brick and stone houses around its central market square.
It is set in the heart of the vale of Clwyd surrounded by farmland and wooded areas and overlooked by the Clwydian mountains with the northerly section of Offa's Dyke long distance footpath giving easy access to fine mountain views.
Ruthin has a good selection of restaurants and one is within walking distance of Firgrove.

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For pictures and information about Ruthin
www.ruthin-wales.co.uk

The Roman City of Chester is only 40 minutes by car and well worth a visit.
www.chestercc.gov.uk

The area has a varied selection of National Trust properties including Erddig, Chirk Castle, Penrhyn Castle and Plas Newydd.
www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Music is an important part of Welsh life with many festivals and "Eisteddfods". Ruthin Choir has travelled far and wide and visitors are welcome to their practice evenings to listen to their varied repertoire and enjoy the Welsh language experience (normally Thursday evenings but check first).
September sees a seven day music festival at St. Asaph Cathedral, and of course, the world famous Llangollen International Eisteddfod in early July is a spectacular hosting of singers and dancers from all over the globe.
www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk

The heritage of Wales and the guardians of the famous castles
www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

The area has many gardens to visit and specialist nurseries to offer the keen gardener an exciting experience.