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All the United Kingdom Wales Denbigh

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Denbigh

7 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Denbigh, Wales

Updated April 3, 2024

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Denbigh, Wales

Denbigh Castle Ruins

Picturesque ruins once held off mighty armies.
The ruined arches of Leicester’s Church.

Denbigh, Wales

Leicester's Church

Also known as "Leicester's Folly," this almost cathedral was left unfinished and in ruins.
Maen Huail

Denbigh, Wales

Maen Huail

Believed to be an execution site used by King Arthur after he was embarrassed.
St Hilary’s Chapel tower with Denbigh Castle behind it.

Denbigh, Wales

St Hilary's Chapel

This tower is all that remains of a once-famed chapel.
Ruthin Gaol interior.

Denbigh, Wales

Ruthin Gaol Museum

A look into the life of a Victorian-era prisoner.
1950s Museum Denbigh

Denbigh, Wales

1950s Museum Denbigh

One person's collection from the era.
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Denbigh, Wales

Denbigh Insane Asylum

The decaying ruins of Wales' first asylum for the mentally ill.
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