Thomas Telford

The picturesque church dates from the 7th Century. Additions have been made over the centuries, some taken from Valle Crucis Abbey which is not very far away. Robert Browning worshipped here and there is a commemorative plaque in the church. Either side of the church are two well preserved mansions. Up stream is Llantysilio Hall and downstream Bryntysilio Hall which overlooks the church and the falls. Llantysilio Green, a well-maintained parking area with toilets and picnic tables is nearby and provides a base for many walks and rambles in the area. Leaflets are available from Courtyard Bookshop in Llangollen. (Tel: 01978 869394)

The River Dee below the Chain Bridge Hotel follows a geological fault line and cuts through a deep and narrow slot. Canoeists from all over the country use this testing section in their competitions.

The horsedrawn canal barge terminus is not far from here and so it is possible to do a round trip using the steam train at Berwyn Station for the return journey to Llangollen. A short walk away along the canal you will find the interesting Llangollen Motor Museum.