From the footpath the spectacular views across the Vale of Clwyd, with Snowdonia in the background, can be seen.

Short-term permits for fly or coarse fishing can be obtained from several nearby locations. For golfers, excellent courses are available at Denbigh, Holywell and Whitford, all within 8 miles.

Those with an interest in history will be spoilt for choice of castles such as Denbigh, Conwy, Chirk, Penhryn and Beaumaris (on Anglesey) all within easy access. To explore further the A55 Expressway provides quick access to the old Roman City of Chester with its shopping, historic sights, and acclaimed Zoo. The beautiful mountains of Snowdonia are within an hour’s drive, as are the gardens of Bodnant and Ness, and Anglesey’s Sea Zoo.

Offa's Dyke Footpath

The Vale of Clwyd towards Snowdonia

There are a number of excellent restaurants in the area and several local pubs with good food and drink.

The nearby town of Caerwys, whose charter dates back to 1290, can satisfy most day-to-day shopping needs, including fresh meat, freshly baked bread, vegetables and groceries, a post office and a newsagent. Main shopping facilities are to be found in Denbigh and Mold (both 8m). Mold has a weekly street market and an excellent Theatre and Arts Centre. Also within 40 minutes' drive is the North Wales Theatre at Llandudno.

Less than a mile away in Afonwen there is also an exceptional Craft and Antique Centre with a cafe. A little further away, the Ruthin Craft Centre provides a fabulous setting for contemporary applied art.

In September the North Wales Music Festival is host to internationally known musicians, and is held in the ancient cathedral of St Asaph.