Gorsedd, Flintshire

Flower Delivery to Flintshire by Clare Florist

Flintshire is the most north-easterly county in Wales. It’s a maritime county, situated on the Dee Estuary, close to an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). With Cheshire to the east, Wrexham to the south and Denbighshire to the west, Flintshire, or Sir y Fflint in Welsh, is ideally placed for residents and tourists alike. With the main towns of Flint, Mold, Buckley, Connah’s Quay and Holywell; Flintshire has something for everyone to enjoy.

In an area once ruled by the Deceangli, an Irish-Celtic tribe in ancient times, the Roman invasion laid the foundations for modern day Flintshire. It was created in 1284, seven years after King Edward I ordered work to start on Flint Castle. Flintshire takes its name from the former county of the same name, which was established in 1536. The county was actually abolished in 1974 under the Local Government Act 1972, only to be reestablished in the mid 1990’s, albeit with a different, smaller boundary.

For visitors and residents alike, Flintshire caters for everyone. From those interested in local history to shoppers looking for bargains in the plentiful local markets. You will find something to interest you.

If the past is your passion, then Flintshire has a rich vein of ancient history. The ruins of Flint Castel are a popular tourist attraction and remain free and open to the public. Not only can you enjoy Flint Castle, but there also castles at Hawarde, Caergwrle and Ewloe, echoing the importance of Flintshire as a strategic stronghold in times gone by.

For the family, kids will love playing at Wepre Park, with one of the best free playgrounds in the region. Their Visitors Centre will help you spend your quality time on a range of fun activities. From fishing in the well-managed pool, playing on one of two football pitches to walking in the woods. It’s a great day out for everyone. Remember to take your camera to be in with a chance of taking an amazing photo that could be featured in the 2015 Flintshire calendar. Say “Cheese!”.

Whether you want to explore at your leisure or take your bike and ride the coast, Flintshire has something for you. From Loggerheads and Moel Famau Country Parks, the forest at Coed Nercwys to the nature reserve at Moel Findeg  You will see just why this area is famed for its natural beauty. Acres upon acres of trees, plants and flowers deliver stunning vistas every where you turn.

If horticulture is your thing, Flintshire has events that are right up your street, literally. The annual plant sale at Cilcian (17th May), the National Gardens Scheme have an open day in Northop (7th June) and the Mold Flower Festival on the 25th June at St. David’s Church. Blooming marvellous.

Flintshire also has a rich history of superb markets, some of which can be traced back to Roman times. Towns grew up around the sites of these markets and most of them continue today. Flint market, for example, can be traced back to 1278. You can visit fantastic street markets in Flintshire on almost every day of the week. Mold, Holywell, Flint and Connah’s Quay all hold regular markets throughout the year. In fact, Mold host one of the busiest markets in the country. They all sell a vast array of fresh fruit and vegetables and some beautiful flowers that are a credit to the area. In addition, Mold has a Farmer’s Market in the 1st Saturday of every month in King Street.

With a rich history, fantastic transport links and beautiful countryside spread throughout the county, Flintshire can deliver everything you need.

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