County Voice

Winter 2017

Winter Group Tours

After a fantastic season across all sites Ruthin Gaol, Nantclwyd y Dre and Plas Newydd are now closed to the public for the winter. However pre booked group tours are still available at Ruthin Gaol and Nantclwyd y Dre.

Throughout 2017 the Gaol in particular has increased in popularity as an attraction for school groups and the number of visits have more than doubled this year from 2016. Tours are led by our very own Victorian warders who give children a hands on insight into Victorian prison life offering a fantastic educational resource and a fun learning experience for children. Activities have included towing the line, a spell in the dark cell, trying out ‘the crank’ and a prisoner hunt!

At both Ruthin Gaol and Nantclwyd we provide tours for all ages and interests. Over the year we have welcomed coach tours, university groups, historical societies, primary schools and secondary schools.

Here are just a few of our visitor feedback comments from the Gaol and Nantclwyd over the 2017 season:

Excellent! Interactive and hands on activities thoroughly enjoyed by our children. Diolch yn fawr.’ Ysgol y Gogarth, Llandudno (Ruthin Gaol)

‘A fascinating insight into prison life in the 19th century. Very well presented, thank you!’ Andy, Holywell (Ruthin Gaol)

Full of wonderful stories, history at its best!’ Greens and Kights, Leicester (Nantclwyd y Dre)

A hidden treasure indeed. Fascinating history and a very beautiful garden. Thank you.’ Mitchell family, Crewe. (Nantclwyd y Dre)

 If you have a group who would like to explore either Ruthin Gaol or Nantclwyd y Dre then do get in touch by either calling 01824 706868 or emailing heritage@denbighshire.gov.uk.

All sites will reopen to the public in Spring 2018. Opening times and prices will be available for all sites on our website www.denbighshire.gov.uk/heritage

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