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Ponderosa Cafe
Cafe
Long-established, sizable cafe/restaurant with stunning views, no-frills food and B&B rooms.
$ $$$
4.50 (3.9K reviews)
(~8.82 km from centre)
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The Castle Hotel - JD Wetherspoon
Pub
Low-key hotel above a traditional pub with free WiFi, offering laid-back rooms with full breakfast.
$ $$$
4.20 (1.8K reviews)
(~7.93 km from centre)
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Ruthin Castle Hotel and Spa
Hotel
Storied grand dame offering plush rooms and suites, plus a spa, an oak bar and medieval feasts.
$85/night
4.00 (1.8K reviews)
(~7.6 km from centre)
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The Grouse Inn
Pub
👍👍 Great dog friendly pub with a beautiful view of the river and valley, had a delicious lamb stew served with bread and butter. Service was good and very friendly.
$$ $$
4.60 (1K reviews)
(~6.82 km from centre)
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Ruthin Park
Park
👍👍 Great place to sit by the pond and watch the birds and have a picnic, lovely park for kiddies too.
4.50 (429 reviews)
(~7.61 km from centre)
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Ruthin Craft Centre
Art gallery
👍👍 A welcoming, well curated and beautifully place to visit. The building allows for a handful of different exhibitions, definitely worth a visit. The smaller studios are home to local, independent businesses and artists. There is also a Costa coffee located inside if you need a coffee and cake fix
4.20 (413 reviews)
(~8.2 km from centre)
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The Berwyn Arms
Gastropub
👍👍 The host is the sweetest person ever.
The place has a beautiful view in a peaceful environment.
If it wasn’t for the road behind the property (although the rooms are on the other side so we didn’t hear a single car during the night), it would feel just like being in a fairytale.
The room was extreme...
$$ $$
4.50 (402 reviews)
(~8.66 km from centre)
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Horseshoe Pass Viewpoint
Scenic spot
👍👍 Horseshoe pass is an absolute must. The drive from Llangollen is quite spectacular, gaining height and views as go. Parking available and a restaurant/cafe too. Many of walks to be had in the area.
4.80 (377 reviews)
(~9.05 km from centre)
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Three Pigeons Inn
Pub
👍👍 A very memorable experience. The barman is a character that’s for sure. One of the best schnitzels I’ve ever had. Cosy atmosphere and free comedy from the barman made for a great lunch
4.50 (354 reviews)
(~5.55 km from centre)
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Station Campsite
Campground
👍👍 I arrived here as a weary traveller having spent most of the day cycling. I was made to feel very welcome by the owner. The site itself is extremely clean and tidy with excellent facilities. The following day I took the scenic route to Llangollen (left out of the site, across the bridge and turn rig...
4.60 (298 reviews)
(~7.03 km from centre)
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Ruthin Gaol Museum - Amgueddfa Carchar Rhuthun
Local history museum
👍👍 Absolute gem of place. Friendly staff, informative boards as well as a free audio tour.
We visited after a food festival in the courtyard and enjoyed our time.
4.50 (284 reviews)
(~7.8 km from centre)
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Seven Oaks Garden Centre and Cafe
Garden center
👍👍 Absolutely delicious lunch at the café! (Good vegetarian options). The garden centre isn't huge, but I managed to find plenty of nice bits for the garden & wild birds.
4.40 (281 reviews)
(~8.64 km from centre)
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ALDI
Grocery store
Retail chain selling a range of grocery items, meat & dairy.
4.60 (279 reviews)
(~8.34 km from centre)
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Griffin Inn
Pub
😠 No sea view like promised in my £140 a night room. Child sized bed in room and small bathroom. Also found a sweet under my bed and the host was a bit dramatic at times.
4.20 (247 reviews)
(~9.49 km from centre)
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Llandegla Community Shop & Cafe
Cafe
👍👍 Lovely little mix of cafe/shop, friendly staff and a good cuppa.. perfect stop at the start of our holiday.
$ $$$
4.80 (244 reviews)
(~8.99 km from centre)
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Chatwins - Ruthin
Bakery
Bakery chain producing cakes & savoury items like sausage rolls, plus coffee & platters to order.
$$ $$
4.20 (233 reviews)
(~7.86 km from centre)
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Costa Coffee
Coffee shop
Counter-service coffee chain offering hot drinks, iced coolers, sweet snacks and sandwiches.
$$ $$
4.10 (227 reviews)
(~7.92 km from centre)