The best road cycling routes around Llansannan

A lovely market town with pubs and shops and bakeries. Hilly routes into town but a number of good places for a stop mid ride.

Beautiful spot crossing a small river on it way out to sea.

Excellent tea room at the bridge

The castle passed between various owners in the first half of the 14th century, before coming under the control of the Mortimer family. Meanwhile, the walled town had proved impractical to live in, and a newer, much larger, settlement developed outside the defences. In 1400, the walled town was raided during the Glyndŵr Rising, although the castle itself remained secure throughout the rebellion. During the Wars of the Roses, Denbigh was attacked by Lancastrian forces; the walled town was attacked and burnt. In the aftermath, the old town was largely abandoned by its inhabitants, the walled area becoming an extension of the castle's defences.

Denbigh Castle and town walls (/ˈdɛnbi/ DEN-bee; Welsh: Castell Dinbych a waliau tref [ˌkastɛɬ ˈdɪnbɨχ]) were built to control the lordship of Denbigh after the Conquest of Wales by Edward I of England in 1282. The lands were granted to Henry de Lacy, Earl of Lincoln, who began to build a new walled town, colonised by immigrants from England, protected by a substantial castle and surrounded by deer parks for hunting. The work had not been completed by 1294, when the Welsh temporarily seized the castle during the Madog ap Llywelyn revolt. The defences continued to be improved, although the castle was not completely finished by the time of Henry's death in 1311.

With intimate corners, extensive lawns, large terraces and green forests, Bodnant is many gardens in one. This oasis of rarity and beauty has been created over 150 years, with plants brought to Britain from far and wide, and with the incredible vision of generations of the McLaren family and Puddle Head gardeners. It is a delight for the senses and also has the breathtaking backdrop of the Carneddau Mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia). There is color all year round. The garden can be whatever you want it to be: whether it's a hive of activity or an oasis of peace and relaxation, this is a truly special place for all ages. Booking a visit in advance is only necessary for visits between 20/5 and 9/6, the heyday of the Golden Rain. (National Trust)

Bodnant Garden is a great destination for garden lovers. The magnificent grounds include five terraces, a lily pond and beautiful herbaceous borders. The gardens were created by Henry Pochin, an industrial chemist, in the late 1800s when he employed a well-known designer called Milner, who had been apprenticed to Joseph Paxton. Over the next 50 years, many plants were acquired by famous plant hunters. The garden is interesting all year round and invites long walks.

We are botanical amateurs, but we visit such gardens in many places. The Bodnant Garden is a real highlight for anyone who likes trees! The garden is largely designed so that you walk through a forest full of old, beautiful trees and discover beauty everywhere. We were in there for a good three hours, which wasn't enough. The items in the shop are also recommended. We really enjoyed our time in the garden and were extremely excited! Bus number 25 drives to the entrance, it couldn't be more convenient.