inHistoric Town of Ruthin Denbighshire, North Wales

When I need to blow the cobwebs away and be inspired by beauty and culture I take this Medieval Town Walk in Ruthin, I thought It would be nice to share it with you.z

My name is Liz I’ve lived in Ruthin all my adult life, and I’ve always wanted to share this story of Ruthin with as many people as I could I believe Ruthin should be on everyones bucket list. I hope you enjoy?

My walk starts at St Peter’s Square, known to locals as the top of town, which is the oldest part of the town. The clock tower in the centre is surrounded by historical buildings, including:

The Old Court House

Built in 1401, you can still see the remains of a gibbet used to execute Charles Meehan, a Franciscan priest. Charles was shipwrecked on the Welsh coast when Catholicism was treasonous — Meehan was hanged, drawn, and quartered in 1679. In 1987 he was beatified by Pope John Paul II as one of the Eighty-five martyrs of England and Wales.

King Arthurs Rock… The Standing Stone (Menhir)

No one knows how old it is but this limestone chunk is believed to be that upon which King Arthur beheaded Gildas’ brother is located just off the end of the roundabout in front of the old Barclays Bank.

The Myddleton Grill

The Myddleton Grill is now a restaurant, formally a pub. Known by locals as the Seven Eyes, because of its seven prominent windows on the roof. Built in the 14th century. Designed in the Dutch style with a long, steeped roof is attributed to Sir Richard Clough, an Elizabethan merchant. The dormer windows, each at a different elevation. Acquired by Sir Hugh Myddleton in 1595, who provided London with it first fresh water supply.

St Peters Church

I’m going to call it a slow walk as that’s what I want from my gaunt. To look up in wonderment of this small but perfectly formed town.

I’m standing at the top of our lovely town, right next to the big monument, take a look at the carving on here they are truly wonderful.

I trot and I’m heading straight for St Peters Church to look at the roof, parts are as old as 1282!

The Land of Song!

Heading back to the roundabout and down Well Street we find another wealth of historically important buildings.

The middle ages haven’t left Ruthin you can see lots of timber frame houses made up of wattle and daub. It’s charming and a lovely place to visit and stay if you looking for somewhere quite remarkable.

Siop Nain (Grandmothers Shop), now a tea and gift shop on Well Street printed the first copies of the Welsh national anthem, Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau.

Continue down Well Street you will pass other listed building including Castle Mews, Manor House, Wynnstay Hotel, Wayfarer Wool Shop and the Cons Club.

The Wool Shop is my favourite!

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