North Wales is home to a variety of traditional pubs that have stood the test of time, welcoming guests for over a century.
From cosy inns with original features, to pubs that have been tastefully restored, locals and tourists are spoilt for choice when it comes to wanting a good pint and some hearty pub grub. North Wales Live has compiled the below list of eight of the oldest pubs that are steeped in history.
Whether you like to sit at the bar with a cold pint, or enjoy relaxing in front of a fire with a glass of wine, all of the below can offer you something special. Some of the pubs may give you a little more than you were expecting, with some of the inns reporting ghost sightings over the years.
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Be sure to let us know in the comments section below which of the oldest pubs in North Wales is your favourite.
Llindir Inn
This 13th Century pub in the village of Henllan boasts an impressive thatched roof and is a firm favourite of locals and tourists alike. Llindir Inn is the ideal cosy pub to visit after a countryside walk where you can curl up in front of the fire and enjoy a refreshing pint. The bar has an extensive drinks menu consisting of beers, lagers, wines, gins and much more.
Groes Inn
Nestled between the Conwy estuary and Tal Y Fan mountain is this quaint pub originally built in the 15th century. The Groes Inn is believed to have been the first licensed pub in Wales and has 16th and 17th century beams and walls. The pub offers a variety of local tipples, including ales, fine wines and beers.
Black Boy Inn
This family-run pub in Caernarfon was built around 1522 making it one of the oldest in Wales. The Black Boy Inn is steeped in history, with the interior having many traditional features, including wooden beams and old light fittings. Various excavations have uncovered unusual items at the pub and nearby, including the skeleton of a woman. The building is also said to be haunted by a nun, but if this doesn’t put you off, you can guarantee you’ll enjoy great food and drink at the Black Boy Inn, including local beers, ales, ciders, lagers and wines.
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The White Lion Inn
Situated at Llanelian yn Rhos in Colwyn Bay, The White Lion Inn is a cosy pub with elements dating back to the late 14th and early 15th century. The building has kept traditional features including beams, slate floor and log fires. There’s even a snug near the bar area to relax and enjoy your tipple of choice.
George & Dragon
Built in 1410, the George & Dragon on Anglesey boasts various traditional features. Located in Beaumaris, the pub attracts locals and tourists who can tuck into a traditional pub meal with a pint of one of its craft beers surrounded by exposed beams and a fireplace dating back hundreds of years.
Horse and Jockey
This stunning thatched roof pub in Wrexham is thought to have been built in the 16th century, although it wasn’t turned into a pub until 1868. Despite it being renovated numerous times over the years, parts of the original timber frame can still be seen. Like with some of the other oldest pubs in North Wales, the Horse and Jockey is said to be haunted.
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Glynne Arms
The Glynne Arms has been a part of the historic Hawarden village for over 200 years. The traditional coaching inn has undergone a complete restoration, but has kept its cosy vibe. Known for its delicious food and extensive drinks menu, including craft ales, wines and cocktails, this pub is the perfect place to unwind with friends and family.
Kings Head
This pub is the oldest in Llandudno having been built over 300 years ago. The Kings Head is the perfect place to enjoy a refreshing drink after exploring the seaside town, especially in the winter as there’s a huge open fire. The vast traditional wooden bar boasts a selection of drinks, including real ales, while the kitchen serves homemade pub grub.
Which of these old North Wales pubs is your favourite? Let us know in the comments section below.
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