When the Queensway Tunnel was dug beneath the river, the subsequent rubbish pulled from the ground…read morewas dumped and landscaped into what is now Otterspool Prom. Here you can do everything there is to possibly do on a riverside promenade; things such as walk, ride a bike, look at the water and...um...well that's about it. I suppose you could rollerblade if you wanted. If it's a warm day and you don't mind the style your hair will be sculpted into by the blustering gales, you can follow the prom and its interconnecting paths right up to the Pier Head. If you don't fancy that, try and unearth the ruins of the 1984 Garden Festival, which lies hidden by tree trunks and weeds. You don't know how overtly creepy something is until you accidentally stumble across a kid's overgrown swing park. I still have nightmares.

What a spectacular view. Did you ever see such a coastline? Especially when the waves are choppy…read moreand the wind blustery. I absolutely love the promenade; walking along beside the river with the breathtaking view of the Welsh hills in the background is really relaxing, there's lots of cyclists and dog-walkers around and it's a lovely environment on a clear sunny day. The park which was renovated through the 'Pride in our Proms' project is Amazing. It's a mini world of Big Kid heaven... for me anyway I regressed about 10 years and was on the swings, seesaw and monkey bars, and when we'd totally worn ourselves out running around and taking cool scenic pictures of the sunset we went for a well earned pint from the Otterspool pub which is handily a hop skip and a cartwheel across the park. Go fly a kite, see the sights, play on the park and grab a pint!

What a wonderful place to go - great for all ages. I've been here a few times with the kids; they…read moreare never dissapointed! I find it a very friendly and beautiful park which has been upgraded alot over the past few years. All the animals looked very well cared for and happy, there was plenty of room for them to roam within their enclosures. I would say to take a picnic if the weather is nice and sit up towards the shetland ponies or outdoor train set - and enjoy the view!

Greenwood forest park is a great place to go for fun but the only reason i'm rating this a 3 stars…read moreis because of these reasons 1. Queue lines are massive 2. Food is expensive 3. LOTS OF KARENS (not the name)

GreenWood Forest Park is a rather unlikely find in the North Wales countryside. It's an eco-theme…read morepark which tries to show that you can have fun without using much power (other than that which you provide yourself). It's NOT a park that pushes the green message at you at every opportunity and this I like. It's that fact that it's understated that makes you think about it. Home to Europe's largest Green roller coaster this place is well worth a visit. The coaster itself works alomg similar principles to the mines, power is generated by people being carried down as the coaster is lifted back up to the start. The coaster then runs down and the next group of people can be taken. Other self-powered rides include a boat ride (where you paddle/pull yourself along with ropes) and a great toboggan run. The other major attraction is the bare-foot walk where you can get back to nature via a barefoot walk through various types of ground including sand, cobbles, mud, water and straw. Immense fun and strangely refreshing. Wash facilities are provided (cold!). Toilets are clean and there is a cafe offering good value basic meals. Wait times were not too bad. I liked the fact that this was a simple park and suited to children from toddlers to about 13 years old. I suspect the optimum age range is about 3-8 years. Unlike the traditional theme parkes queues are minimal (no more than a 2 minute wait for anything) despite our visit being on a May bank Holiday weekend in bright sunshine! Please note - do as the website suggests and if you are using a sat nav start to ignore it when you see the brown tourist signs - if you don't then you end up going through some very steep and narrow roads that are not suited to tourist traffic. It will take about 5 minutes more if you follow the tourist signs but you'll get there in one piece! Recommended.

Brilliant day out for kids. Very helpful staff…read more A cheap day out as admission is free, and if you are really interested staff will do a free tour. You will find that it is actually quite interesting visiting the sit of a mine even if you are not normally particularly interested in that kind of stuff. There are special events here for kids throughout the season. There are also many nice walks around the area. They have a little shop with sweets, gifts and drinks. Popular with the kids and nice if you want a typically welsh souveneir.

Chirk Aqueduct (just outside Chirk) is a breathtaking - and dizzyingly 70ft high and 710ft long -…read moreaqueduct, carrying the Llangollen Canal across the Ceiriog Valley. Designed by the great engineer Thomas Telford, and completed in 1801, it is one of the major landmarks in North Wales. If you're daring enough, you can walk along its length as the narrowboats glide past, but if at all squeamish about heights, don't look down. Less well known, but well worth seeing, when you reach the centre of Chirk, turn left or right (depending which direction you're coming from) at the 'Hand Hotel' and head up towards Chirk Castle (you'll know you're going the right way, as you'll see a huge Cadbury's factory on your right). Park up at the railway station car park, and wander down onto the canal tow-path on the right hand side. This is the entrance to the famous 421 metre long Chirk Tunnel, which (if you're equipped with a reliable torch) you can walk the full length of, reaching the picturesque narrowboats tied up at the other end. Watch your step - and think twice before allowing any small children to accompany you - but for the experience of reaching the mid-point of the tunnel, and seeing the daylight reduced to a dot of light at either end, it's truly unmissable. And while you're at it, imagine what it was like for the workmen laying the original bricks. Also, if you're staying in the area for the day, don't miss the equally splendid Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, outside Llangollen.

An unsung gem of the Welsh countryside (you'd be amazed how many people haven't heard of this place…read more- don't remain one of them). Park up at the visitor centre (£1) and take a long relaxing walk along the dam's retaining wall - with picturesque views down across the lower valley - or for a much more enriching experience, park on the access road on the other side of the reservoir, which you'll find by taking the B4501 from Denbigh. Apart from having access to the forest walk, there's a plethora of Bronze Age remains - cairns and burial mounds, and a ritual temple - to be found on the well-signposted archaeological trail. Interestingly, only 20 people were ever buried at this location during a 500 year period. You eventually work your way round to the visitor centre, housing a free interpretative exhibition, with a handy cafe and a toilet complex, attached. Whatever the weather (and we've been there on the wintriest of days) it's a fascinatingly eerie (drowned villages always are, somehow) and beautiful spot.

A wonderfully tranquil place. Brilliant hospitality at the cafe and wonderful food for excellent…read moreprices. A wonderful place for a walk and yet it's always so quiet. The roadway around part of the Llyn makes for easy walking for beginners but for the more adventurous there are plenty of other pathways too. A great place to cycle too if that's your bag.

Living only four miles away, we have now become 'Friends of Ness Gardens' and have been several…read moretimes already this summer (I retired from work at Easter). The Management continue to make improvements all the time, and each time we see changes. If you go three ti,mes or more a year , its well worth joinging the Friends as you will save money. ITs a bit like asmall version of BOdnant Gardens in N Wales for those of you who know it. Edit, visited again 13/3/13 with wife , mother in law and grandauaghter. For the first time we had lunch in the cafe, good quality and well presented food, nice ambience.

This has to be one of the most beautiful places in the Wirral, a true hidden gem. The cafe is…read moreamazing with lovely home cooked food and delightful staff who can't do enough for you, a lovely way to spend a lazy day strolling around. It's worth visiting in every season as it changes so much. I would recommend anyone coming to the Wirral to make time to slot this into their schedule.

History, gardens, luxury - there's something captivating here for every interest. Chirik Castle is…read morea quintessential medieval castle that makes one's imagination take flight. Beautifully maintained, this is now privately owned, but was once owned by King Edward I. It has served as a military outpost and private residence. Enter through the port illusion and step back in time. When you enter the castle, you're able to walk freely amongst the luxurious living spaces as well as the soldiers's areas, dungeon, communal servants' area, and courtyard. Docents are throughout and we found them knowledgeable and engaging. Mind that you'll hang your backpacks/bags under the watchful eye of a docent. The grounds are immaculate! Pathways leading through grassy, open spaces and tree-lined shade, bring visitors to an all encompassing view from atop the hill. Beautiful flowers, topiaries, hedges, copses, and manicured beds somehow still maintain an air of natural wildness. Pheasants call from the trees and birdsong fills the air. Sheep dot the surrounding fields. The soldiers' areas provide contrast to the home's comfort. Displays give visitors a sense of what daily living may have looked like. Signs provide insight into individuals and functions of each room. The courtyard features a few tables and refreshments for visitors to relax for a while. There was also an active display about sustainability. Take a peek down into the well here! We had a wonderful day explaining losing the castle and grounds. I'd highly recommend a visit when you're in Wales!

We were on our way north and stopped here for a lunch break and a walk on the castles estate…read more There's a good sized parking lot, even with some spaces providing a bit of shade from the trees. Great for a hot summer day (like it was on our visit). We traveled with our Bulldog, so we just came to enjoy the castle from the outside and to have a walk around the estates parkland. Staff we've met were all very friendly and welcoming. It was built in 1295 as part of Edward I's chain of fortresses across the north of Wales. It was later on demolished in the English Civil War, but then rebuilt. Since 1981 it belongs to the National Trust. And it's a beautiful castle. It's really in a fantastic condition and the land and park surrounding it are well taken care of. There are some small trails around the the meadow and castle and some longer trails to enjoy a bit more of the parkland. Some tables and benches in front of the castle to enjoy a picnic with these wonderful views all around. For another time it's surely worth a re-visit to see the gardens and the inside. It's just really a wonderful place to see and to be. We really enjoyed it.

Cholmondeley Castle & Gardens invites you for a long walk. You should try coming during the week,…read moreso you have the place almost for yourself. You're also invited to bring along your children. There is a little picnic area, a playground and also a farm house with rare breed farm animals. Adults will enjoy walking through the nice gardens, or around the park. The castle itself is still inhabited and therefore not open for the public. Before you leave, buy a souvenier at the gift shop, or visit the farm shop at the exit for some fresh fruits and vegetables.