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Halkyn

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Halkyn works well as a base: 10 minutes from Northop, 30km from Evo Triangle.

Halkyn is a town located in Wales, United Kingdom. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Halkyn sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Halkyn to your route.

Halkyn (Welsh: Helygain [heˈləgain]; locally: Lygian [ˈləgjan]) is a village and community in Flintshire, north-east Wales and situated between Pentre Halkyn, Northop and Rhosesmor. At the 2001 Census the population of the community was 2,876, increasing slightly to 2,879 at the 2011 Census. Pentre Halkyn is in the

community.

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Halkyn is located in Wales, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.2256 latitude, -3.1902 longitude.

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Halkyn has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Population: 0
Continent: Europe
Country: United Kingdom
Region: Wales
Timezone: Europe/London
Coordinates: 53.2256, -3.1902

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police: 999
Ambulance: 999
Fire: 999
Non-emergency police: 101
Driving side: left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Halkyn

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Chester Zoo

The UK's most-visited zoo housing over 35,000 animals across 128 acres with award-winning conservation programs.

20 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Ponderosa Cafe

A legendary biker stop high on the Horseshoe Pass above Llangollen with panoramic views across the Welsh valleys.

21 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Horseshoe Pass

Sweeping A542 mountain pass curling above Llangollen in a giant horseshoe, climbing to 417m past the Ponderosa Cafe with wide views over the Dee Valley. A classic North Wales driving and biking road.

24 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Evo Triangle

Legendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.

30 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Aintree Motor Racing Circuit

Historic circuit inside Aintree Racecourse that hosted five British Grands Prix in the 1950s-60s, where Stirling Moss took his first home GP win. Club sprints still run on the old track.

32 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Oulton Park

A picturesque Cheshire circuit winding through parkland with dramatic elevation changes, a favourite of British club and national racing.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Bodnant Garden

One of the finest gardens in the UK, famous for its spectacular laburnum arch in late spring and terraced gardens above the Conwy Valley.

41 km · about 45 min drive

castle

Conwy Castle

A medieval fortification built by Edward I during his conquest of Wales, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Halkyn

24 kmHorseshoe PassSweeping A542 mountain pass curling above Llangollen in a giant horseshoe, climbing to 417m past the Ponderosa Cafe with wide views over the Dee Valley. A classic North Wales driving and biking road.
30 kmEvo TriangleLegendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.
46 kmGreat Orme Marine DriveOne-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.
54 kmCrimea PassThe A470's dramatic 385m crossing between Dolwyddelan and Blaenau Ffestiniog, threading slate-strewn peaks at the heart of Eryri. One of the highest and most scenic main-road passes in Wales.
56 kmLlyn OgwenA roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.
59 kmPen-y-Pass Viewpoint (Snowdonia)The starting point for Snowdon summit trails at 359 metres, with views down the Llanberis Pass flanked by towering slate mountains.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on: the left
Petrol: ~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls: None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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About Halkyn

Halkyn works well as a base: 10 minutes from Northop, 30km from Evo Triangle.

Halkyn is a town located in Wales, United Kingdom. With a population of 0, it is an important destination in Europe.

community.

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Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.com Expedia TripAdvisor Hotels.com Agoda Airbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Halkyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Halkyn?

Halkyn offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Halkyn?

Plan your road trip to Halkyn with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Halkyn as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Halkyn located?

Halkyn is located in Wales, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 53.2256 latitude, -3.1902 longitude.

What is the population of Halkyn?

Halkyn has a population of approximately 0 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

Worth the detour from Halkyn

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Chester Zoo

The UK's most-visited zoo housing over 35,000 animals across 128 acres with award-winning conservation programs.

20 km · about 25 min drive

cafe

Ponderosa Cafe

A legendary biker stop high on the Horseshoe Pass above Llangollen with panoramic views across the Welsh valleys.

21 km · about 25 min drive

mountain pass

Horseshoe Pass

Sweeping A542 mountain pass curling above Llangollen in a giant horseshoe, climbing to 417m past the Ponderosa Cafe with wide views over the Dee Valley. A classic North Wales driving and biking road.

24 km · about 30 min drive

famous road

Evo Triangle

30 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Aintree Motor Racing Circuit

Historic circuit inside Aintree Racecourse that hosted five British Grands Prix in the 1950s-60s, where Stirling Moss took his first home GP win. Club sprints still run on the old track.

32 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Oulton Park

A picturesque Cheshire circuit winding through parkland with dramatic elevation changes, a favourite of British club and national racing.

39 km · about 45 min drive

landmark

Bodnant Garden

One of the finest gardens in the UK, famous for its spectacular laburnum arch in late spring and terraced gardens above the Conwy Valley.

41 km · about 45 min drive

castle

Conwy Castle

A medieval fortification built by Edward I during his conquest of Wales, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

43 km · about 50 min drive

Driving roads near Halkyn

24 kmHorseshoe PassSweeping A542 mountain pass curling above Llangollen in a giant horseshoe, climbing to 417m past the Ponderosa Cafe with wide views over the Dee Valley. A classic North Wales driving and biking road.

30 kmEvo TriangleLegendary 20-mile loop of the A5, A543 and B4501 across the empty Denbigh Moors, made famous as evo magazine's road-test circuit. Fast, open sightlines past Llyn Brenig make it a pilgrimage for keen drivers.

46 kmGreat Orme Marine DriveOne-way Victorian toll road looping 4 miles around the cliffs of the Great Orme headland at Llandudno, with sheer limestone drops, seabirds and views to Anglesey and the Irish Sea.

54 kmCrimea PassThe A470's dramatic 385m crossing between Dolwyddelan and Blaenau Ffestiniog, threading slate-strewn peaks at the heart of Eryri. One of the highest and most scenic main-road passes in Wales.

56 kmLlyn OgwenA roadside glacial lake cradled by the Glyderau and Carneddau, with Idwal Cottage as a hiker's gateway.

59 kmPen-y-Pass Viewpoint (Snowdonia)The starting point for Snowdon summit trails at 359 metres, with views down the Llanberis Pass flanked by towering slate mountains.

Halkyn

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Worth the detour from Halkyn

Chester Zoo

Ponderosa Cafe

Horseshoe Pass

Evo Triangle

Aintree Motor Racing Circuit

Oulton Park

Bodnant Garden

Conwy Castle

Driving roads near Halkyn

Driving in United Kingdom

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Northop

Flint

Bagillt

Holywell

Greenfield

Mold

Whitford

Buckley

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Halkyn

About Halkyn

About Halkyn

Where to Stay in Halkyn

Filter presets

Explore the Area

Frequently Asked Questions

Plan a Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Quick Information

Emergency & Services

Tags

Worth the detour from Halkyn

Chester Zoo

Ponderosa Cafe

Horseshoe Pass

Evo Triangle

Aintree Motor Racing Circuit

Oulton Park

Bodnant Garden

Conwy Castle

Driving roads near Halkyn

Driving in United Kingdom

When to drive here

Nearby Destinations

Northop

Flint

Bagillt

Holywell

Greenfield

Mold

Whitford

Buckley

Plan a trip around Halkyn

Plan a Road Trip from Halkyn