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Things to do in Corwen

This Welsh town shelters beneath the crags of the Berwyn Mountains, where the valley of the River Dee meets the Vale of Edeyrnion.  The town has its origins in Roman times and was an important stop for drovers, and later for travellers on the coach road to Holyhead.  
Corwen is associated with tales of Owain Glyndwr, the Welsh hero who led a rebellion in the 15th century and a life size bronze size modern sculpture in the town square commemorates him to this day, which was installed in 2007. The statue depicts Glyndwr on a battle charger rallying his people during the Welsh revolt.

Situated on the spur of a hill between Llangollen and Corwen is the Caer Drewyn Hillfort, a Scheduled Ancient Monument which is protected as being an important archaeological site in Wales.The fort dates back to around 600BC. It is believed that Owain Gwynedd occupied the fort during the invasion by Henry 11 in 1165. You can follow the Hillfort symbol for a 2 mile circular walk and audio trail, taking in Caer Drewyn and Corwen Cutting.

Located also in the town of Corwen, dating from the 12th century is Saint Mael and Saint Sulien’s Church.  The Church is a single-chambered structure set within a regular churchyard with walls of fourteenth or fifteenth century origin.  The Church is dedicated to two Celtic saints of the sixth century.  Both Saints Mael and Sulien are said to have been companions of the Breton Saint Cadfan, who led a group of missionaries to Western Wales.
Set in the spectacular Dee Valley immediately adjoining Corwen town centre is the tranquil Coed Pen y Pigyn, or Pen y Pigyn Wood in English.

The trails lead through ancient woodland, sculptures of animals to spot as well as red squirrel.   Also to view on the walk is the Gorsedd stone circle which was erected for the National Victory eisteddfod in 1919. Owain Glyndwr is said to have thrown his dagger from the hillside, which has left a lasting in print in one of the rocks below.  
On the outskirts of Corwen is the renowned Clocaenog Forest which is home to a population of red squirrel, one of the last places in Wales. There are many forest roads which make it a perfect location for cycling, walking and horse riding.