A new collaborative initiative is set to put Wrexham firmly on the map as a must-visit destination, as eight of the area’s most loved and distinctive attractions unite to launch a family-friendly visitor trail.
Designed to highlight the very best the county borough has to offer, the new trail brings together a diverse mix of heritage, culture, science, and natural beauty. Visitors are invited to explore Wrexham through an engaging journey that spans an extraordinary 314 million years of history — from ancient fossilised landscapes and industrial heritage to modern creativity, innovation, and future-focused experiences.
The trail features eight key attractions across the region:
- Stori Brymbo
- Xplore! Science Discovery Centre
- Football Museum of Wales and Wrexham Museum
- Wrexham Miners Project
- St Giles’ Church
- Erddig Hall & Garden
- Chirk Castle & Garden
- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct & Visitor Centre
Also included is Tŷ Pawb, Wrexham’s multi-award-winning markets and arts hub, which is home to the town’s Visitor Centre.
The illustrated trail is designed to be easy to follow and highly interactive, encouraging both residents and tourists to engage with each location. Visitors can collect stickers at every stop, adding a fun, family-friendly element to the experience.
A spokesperson for the partnership said the project is about more than simply visiting attractions. “This trail is about telling the story of Wrexham. By working together, we’re creating a stronger, more visible offer that invites people to experience the richness, heritage and creativity of our area,” they said.
The initiative comes at a pivotal time, as Wrexham prepares its bid to become the UK City of Culture 2029. Organisers say the collaboration demonstrates the power of partnerships in strengthening the region’s tourism offering and creating a more connected visitor experience.
The project has been made possible through funding from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, secured via This is Wrecsam’s Key Fund Grant.
A spokesperson for the partnership said:
“This trail is about more than just visiting places — it’s about telling the story of Wrexham. By working together, we’re creating a stronger, more visible offer that invites people to experience the richness, heritage and creativity of our area.
“This joint initiative is a strong example of cross-site collaboration, with organisations working together to strengthen Wrexham’s visitor offer and create a more connected tourism experience.
“With Wrexham launching their bid to become UK City of Culture 2029, this is an ideal time to showcase the fantastic range of attractions across the county borough. This collaboration highlights what Wrexham does best — bringing people, places and experiences together to shine a light on everything the area has to offer.”
The project has been made possible thanks to funding secured through This is Wrecsam’s Key Fund Grant from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.
Cllr Nigel Williams, lead member for Economy, Business and Tourism, said:
“This is Wrecsam, Wrexham’s official destination partnership, which is crucially not council-led, but it is council-supported. This gives the members freedom to collaborate and focus on improving customer experiences. I’m thrilled to see the Visitor Attractions sub-group taking the initiative and launching this Trail. It is a fresh way to showcase the variety of visitor attraction experiences available across Wrexham County and their interconnected stories. Wrexham has a lot to offer for people who live locally and those who are visiting to explore.”
Paul Roberts, Lead Member for Partnerships and Community Safety, WCBC, said: “Wrexham is embracing arts and culture, and collaborative projects to connect our local attractions at this time are a testament to the power of partnerships within our thriving city. This clear signposting and cross-promotion of the region’s attractions enhances the visitor experience. With mounting anticipation for our new museum and refurbished attractions, along with increasing enquiries from those seeking longer stays in the region, we’re expecting to attract wider audiences to Wrexham this year.”
Lead Member with responsibility for Tŷ Pawb and City of Culture, Cllr Hugh Jones, said: “The calibre and variety of attractions on the trail is a shining example of how Wrexham is growing as a rich, unique cultural destination – two of the attractions listed are brand new, opening this year. We are delighted to see Tŷ Pawb part of such a formidable list of attractions. The trail will be an excellent guide for visitors, providing fantastic ideas for exploring our county.”
The trail goes live on 1st May, with maps available across participating sites and at Wrexham Visitor Information Centre, as well as online.
For more information, visit: www.wrexhamattractions.co.uk
