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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




Magic Dragon Brewery Tap Room Opens in Wrexham!
Award-winning local brewer Richard Lever has this week opened the Magic Dragon Tap house on Charles Street in town. Richard’s brewery is based at the nearby Plassey Holiday Park in Eyton, where his award winning Eyton Gold is produced alongside other brews including Ice Dragon and Eyton Bitter – plus Richard’s Pontcysyllte Ale which was bottled earlier this year to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site. Having formerly
This Is Wrexham
Dec 13, 2019


A Perfect Itinerary for Night Owls in Wrexham!
The largest town in north Wales, Wrexham is perhaps best known for its ancient landmarks and rich industrial history. As a county, Wrexham is home to two of the seven wonders of Wales – St. Giles Church in the town centre (famous for its 135-ft tower) and the Gresford Bells at All Saint’s Church in Gresford. Wrexham is also well-known for its National Trust Properties, including Chirk Castle and Erddig Hall, along with the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal World Heritage Site.
Kacie Morgan - The Welsh Rarebit
Nov 5, 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


West Arms Wins Wrexham Pub of the Year 2019!
The West Arms, owned and run by husband and wife team Nicky and Mark Williamson, has been crowned Best Pub in Wrexham in the National Pub & Bar Awards 2019. Mark Williamson, owner of The West Arms said: “This is our first award since buying the hotel in 2018 so we are naturally thrilled. The accolade demonstrates the continued passion of the team to create a warming and truly Welsh experience for our guests. “Our aim is to continue putting Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog on the
This Is Wrexham
May 10, 2019

