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Bonfire Night in Wrexham 2026: Where to Watch the Fireworks
Bonfire Night in Wrexham is nearly here, and with the 5th falling on a Thursday this year, the celebrations run all week long. From big ticketed nights with fairground rides to a free community viewpoint over the city, here's where to watch the skies light up across Wrexham this November. Wrap up warm, plan your travel and check with organisers before you set off, as times and prices can change. Under The Arches Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site Thursday 5th N
Katie Skellon
4 days ago4 min read
Local Inn Celebrates Receiving Two National Industry Awards
The Hand at Llanarmon in the Ceiriog Valley is having a double celebration after having been awarded two top awards following an anonymous inspection by The AA. It retained its Two Rosettes for Culinary Excellence and following a refurbishment programme which has seen a recent opening of the new ‘Pump House Spa’, has been awarded the much coveted Gold Star Award. Jonathan Greatorex, Managing Director of The Hand at Llanarmon said, “We are all absolutely chuffed to bits. Th
This Is Wrexham
Sep 20, 2019
Two Wrexham Pubs Celebrate Featuring in the 2020 AA Pub Guide!
The best pubs in the country have been highlighted in The Pub Guide 2020 from AA Publishing this week. Featuring a total of 2,000 pubs across the UK that are renowned for great beer and good food, the 21st edition of the guide also features 500 'picks' representing the very best AA-recommended pubs in each region, as selected by the inspectors, editorial team, and reader suggestions. Above; The Hand at Llanarmon Of those ‘picks’ – our very own Hand at Llanarmon and the Pa
This Is Wrexham
Jul 11, 2019
Welsh Whiskey Tasting Night!
WELSH WHISKY TASTING Prepare to have your taste buds tantalised. The West Arms in Llanarmon DC, has teamed up with award-winning whisky brand, Penderyn, to host a special tasting evening on Wednesday 5 June 2019. Guests will be treated to a selection of Penderyn’s finest Welsh whiskies after a fabulous three-course dinner lovingly prepared by the hotel’s acclaimed local chef, Grant Williams. The Welsh whisky event at The West Arms is priced at £39.95 per person*. To bo
This Is Wrexham
Jun 4, 2019
FOOD REVIEW: The Hand at Llanarmon
Dining review about the Hand at Llanarmon under Head Chef Grant Mulholland by the This Is Wrexham Food Blogging team.
Chris D - This Is Wrexham team
May 15, 2017
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