Mold City is a town in Wales, in the department of Flintshire, on the River Alyn. With a population of 9568, Mold is a charming place to visit, should you decide to go on vacation in Wales. 

The place-name Mold comes from the Norman-French mont-hault, which means high hill. The town has been recorded since 1254 and has been throughout the centuries, the site of frequent battles between the English and the Welsh. Over the years, Mold has been passed on from the English to the Welsh, but eventually after a riot, was attached to Wales. The accommodation in Mold is varied, ranging from fancy hotels, cozy inns and B&B's. The venues here are also diverse: restaurants, takeaways, coffee shops and pubs. Mold is a place worth visiting. As it has many popular tourist attractions, Mold has all the reasons to become very popular.

Located 10 miles west of the border with England, the market town of Mold offers both tradition and culture mixed with a lively atmosphere. From historic churches and prehistoric treasures to modern small boutiques and high street names, Mold is the perfect spot for the whole family. Come and discover this beautiful gem and you will find fine restaurants nestled with coffee shops amongst street markets and individual shops and a history that embraces over 3,000 years. You may even meet one of their ghosts!

Top Attractions within Mold

St.Mary's Church is an Anglican church which is very active. It impresses with the wonderful architecture and height. The church was built in the 14th century on the site of an earlier Norman church. Inside the church, tourists are impressed by the stained glass in the windows, the large organ and the bell tower, consisting of eight bells. The Church is a wonderful Mold landmark that must not be missed.

Clwyd Theatre Cymru is a regional arts center located at about 2 kilometers from Mold. The complex hold five auditoriums, where people can enjoy concertos, operas, theatre representations and other modern shows. The Clwyd Theatre is famous for hosting the successful second stage performance of the Hitch Hikers Guide to the Galaxy.

Mold Castle is located on Bailey Hill is an earthwork motte and bailey fortress. Its founding date is unknown but scientists have tried and dated it back to the 12 century. For a long period of time, it was under the control of the Welsh. Up until the 13th century it remained a defensive structure.

Mold City is a wonderful town with a lot of history to offer its visitors. So if you are in the surrounding area, do visit Mold.