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C&M Transport Reveal New This Is Wrexham Trailer!

When an idea becomes a reality... A few months ago Wrexham-based C&M Transport's Operations Manager Jonno Williams had an idea how he...

3 Counties Connected Community Rail Partnership Shortlisted For National Awards

Community Rail Partnership covering 3 counties, Shropshire, Wrexham and Chester, has been shortlisted for four Community Railway Awards in m

Create unforgettable Christmas memories at Erddig and Chirk Castle

This Christmas, National Trust Cymru invites you to create lasting memories with friends and family at Chirk Castle and Garden and Erddig Ha

Hotel Wrexham Gears Up for an Evening of Goalkeepers...

Tickets are on sale for the perfect pre-Christmas treat for any sports fan, taking place at Hotel Wrexham on 19th December from 6pm.

North Wales Meets North America Food & Drink Challenge to Launch!

To celebrate the launch of the all Wales “Croeso 25” themed year in January, the This is Wrexham Tourism Partnership are bringing back...

Wrexham Lager Taster Tour Proves Irresistible!

A new collaborative tour of Wrexham City Centre has launched with visitors now able to pre-book an experience like no other!

Top 10 Things to do in Chirk This Winter...

Our team have put together some ideas for a day out in Chirk, just a 10-minute train journey from Wrexham General station

Wrexham's Christmas Markets Start this Thursday!

Wrexham’s much-loved Victorian Christmas Market is back for four magical days, running from Thursday 28th November to Sunday, 1st December.

Wrexham Celebrates Welsh Tourism Ambassador Week!

Wrexham is celebrating the all-Wales Ambassador Week, with a certificate presentation from the Mayor of Wrexham Cllr Beryl Blackmore to its

Good Beer Guide and Cask Marque Success for hidden gem Wrexham Pub

The Magic Dragon Brewery Tap, located down the picturesque Charles Street, has been awarded a Cask Marque and made it into CAMRA Good Beer

Wrexham’s Latest Gastropub Opens Its Doors!

Wrexham’s newest gastropub is open for business after a week of ‘first-look’ events, ‘friends and family’ food tastings and a VIP launch.

National Eisteddfod Maes Location Revealed!

Today (24 October), the National Eisteddfod announced that next year’s festival will be held in Isycoed, on the eastern outskirts of...

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Thankyou Jeannie - long standing racecourse manager & tourism ambassador steps down

This Is Wrexham

Dec 9, 20222 min read

Thankyou Jeannie - long standing racecourse manager & tourism ambassador steps down

Jeannie Chantler will bring an end to nearly 19 years of service as general manager of Bangor-on-Dee racecourse in Wrexham on Friday with...

Commonwood Leisure in Holt win Best Holiday Park Title!

This Is Wrexham

Dec 9, 20222 min read

Commonwood Leisure in Holt win Best Holiday Park Title!

A family-run holiday park in Wrexham has beat off stiff competition to win a top region al award. The Commonwood Caravan and Glamping...

This Is Wrexham

Dec 2, 20222 min read

Wrexham's Festive Markets Week

Wrexham city centre has no less than FIVE Christmas craft and artisan markets next week! They include the much-loved Victorian Market on...

Wrexham's Christmas Light Switch-On - 24th November 2022!

This Is Wrexham

Nov 15, 20221 min read

Wrexham's Christmas Light Switch-On - 24th November 2022!

Full details have been released of this years Wrexham Christmas light switch-on! Check out the poster sent over to us below...

Wrexham's Magic Dragon Brewery Tap is named one of the best in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2023!

This Is Wrexham

Nov 15, 20222 min read

Wrexham's Magic Dragon Brewery Tap is named one of the best in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2023!

The Magic Dragon Brewery Tap on Charles Street, Wrexham has been featured in the 50th edition of CAMRA’s prestigious Good Beer Guide 2023

This Is Wrexham

Nov 10, 20223 min read

World Cup Fever Arrives in Wrexham!

Football plays a huge part in the identity and culture of Wrexham. We have the oldest international stadium in the world and the Football...

30-years loyal service for chef Eifion Edwards!

This Is Wrexham

Oct 31, 20221 min read

30-years loyal service for chef Eifion Edwards!

Multi award winning Inn and Restaurant The Hand at Llanarmon have an extra reason to celebrate this month, as Second Chef Eifion Edwards...

Wrexham Hospitality Teams Sweep up the 2022 Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards!

This Is Wrexham

Oct 20, 20223 min read

Wrexham Hospitality Teams Sweep up the 2022 Tripadvisor Travellers Choice Awards!

This month, Tripadvisor announced it had recognised the highest ever number of Wrexham County based tourism businesses for the acclaimed...

Take a Unique Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Picture!

This Is Wrexham

Oct 14, 20222 min read

Take a Unique Pontcysyllte Aqueduct Picture!

Three antique style ‘fixed point’ cameras have been installed across the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB as part of a citizen science...

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre Wins National Award!

This Is Wrexham

Oct 5, 20222 min read

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre Wins National Award!

Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is delighted to have received the Gold Award from Visit Wales. The Science Centre, which opened in 2020,...

Knife Angel Arrives in Wrexham City Centre

This Is Wrexham

Oct 4, 20222 min read

Knife Angel Arrives in Wrexham City Centre

As stunning piece of artwork has arrived in Queens Square, Wrexham this week. Completed in 2018 The Knife Angel also known as the...

Wrexham’s Culinary Scene to be Celebrated in a Unique Tasting Evening this Spring

This Is Wrexham

Mar 17, 20222 min read

Wrexham’s Culinary Scene to be Celebrated in a Unique Tasting Evening this Spring

With Wrexham’s UK City of Culture 2025 bid gathering pace, a group of local independent restauranteurs have combined to stage an evening...

National Trust Cymru lights up Erddig and Chirk Castle to support Wrexham’s UK City of Culture 2025

This Is Wrexham

Jan 31, 20222 min read

National Trust Cymru lights up Erddig and Chirk Castle to support Wrexham’s UK City of Culture 2025

Earlier this month saw National Trust Cymru team up with Wrexham County Borough Council to light up two significant landmarks in Wrexham....

Keep your eyes peeled - Wrexham’s City of Culture bid is about to go on tour…

This Is Wrexham

Jan 13, 20222 min read

Keep your eyes peeled - Wrexham’s City of Culture bid is about to go on tour…

On Friday 14th, Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th January two Wrexham City of Culture buses will be touring the county in order to raise...

This Is Wrexham

Jan 5, 20221 min read

Could you put on an event to raise the profile of our City of Culture bid?

The Wrexham 2025 bid team have announced funding of up to £1,000 for community groups or individuals to put on an event showcasing...

This Is Wrexham

Dec 15, 20212 min read

A Festive Christmas at Chirk Castle!

National Trust Cymru have transformed the rooms at Chirk Castle with magical trees and festive displays that depict a whole host of...

Together, let's raise the bar on our ambition! #wrecsam2025

This Is Wrexham

Dec 3, 20213 min read

Together, let's raise the bar on our ambition! #wrecsam2025

Wrexham is awesome and as the official tourism partnership, we're BACKING THE UK CITY OF CULTURE 2025 BID!! From singing under the...

Ty Pawb launch their Christmas 2021 programme!

This Is Wrexham

Dec 2, 20211 min read

Ty Pawb launch their Christmas 2021 programme!

Ty Pawb, based in Wrexham town centre, have launched their Christmas 2021 programme of festive activities! To see all of the dates,...

Wrexham's Magic Dragon Brewery Tap is featured in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2022

This Is Wrexham

Nov 25, 20212 min read

Wrexham's Magic Dragon Brewery Tap is featured in CAMRA’s Good Beer Guide 2022

Magic Dragon Brewery Tap on Charles Street, Wrexham has for the first time been featured in CAMRA’s prestigious Good Beer Guide 2022

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site Website Re-Launched!

This Is Wrexham

Nov 18, 20213 min read

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Canal World Heritage Site Website Re-Launched!

The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and Canal UNESCO World Heritage Site website has had a makeover to meet accessibility standards, making it...