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| St Winefreds Well |
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| Old Cottages at Greenfield Herritage Park |
Les and I have spent the day learning more about
the history of Holywell - having lived close by in Carmel for nearly 30 years it
is true to say that we do know a lot about the town and
the area. But as you would expect there
is so much more to learn. Today not only
have we gained more knowledge about the 7th century shine St Winefrides Well – where Holywell
gets its name: Holy Well, we have also found out more about the town itself. At
one time Holywell was the most important town in North Wales and because of the
profusion of lead mines at that time, the ‘World’ price of lead was set in Holywell. The industrial heritage of the Greenfield Valley and Docks is fascinating
and as well as copper goods for the slave trade and a cotton mill there are fascinating
stories about the ruins of Basingwerk
Abbey. Prior to the dissolution (thanks to Henry V111’s ) Cistercian
Monks lived and worshiped there for 400 years.
If you are planning a stay with us in the future there are free guided
walks around Holywell, Greenfield and Basingwerk Abbey. Let us know if you would like any more
information or you can contact the Holywell Town Manager via their website
which has a lot more local information.
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| Ruins of Basingwerk Abbey |
