Flint, Medieval town with castle in North Wales, United Kingdom
The town extends along the River Dee estuary with residential areas surrounding the central shopping district and historic castle ruins.
Edward I initiated the construction of Flint Castle in 1277 as a crucial stronghold during his military campaign to control Wales.
The National Eisteddfod, a celebration of Welsh language and arts, took place in Flint during 1969 and 2016.
Flint railway station connects the town to Manchester Piccadilly and other destinations through regular services on the North Wales Coast Line.
Richard II surrendered his crown to Henry Bolingbroke at Flint Castle in 1399, an event Shakespeare later depicted in his historical play.
Location: Flintshire
Shares border with: Ellesmere Port
Website: http://fflint.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.24400,-3.13200
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:08
Flint Castle
875 m
Flintshire Bridge
4.7 km
Soughton Hall
5.1 km
Halkyn Castle
3.9 km
Moel y Gaer, Rhosesmor
4.9 km
St Mark's Church, Connah's Quay
5.2 km
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Halkyn
3.9 km
St David's Church, Connah's Quay
6.2 km
Burton Point
5.9 km
Town Hall, Market Square
672 m
St Mary's Church
5.3 km
St Paul's Church
4.9 km
Church of St Mary
3.5 km
Church of St Mary
559 m
Old Quay House Inn
5.4 km
Church Of St Eurgain And St Peter
4 km
Flint Library
677 m
Old Church School
3.9 km
Rhosesmor war memorial
4.9 km
The Ship Public House
5.8 km
K6 Telephone Kiosk In Forecourt Of Post Office (Post Office Not Included)
6.6 km
Lime Kiln
5 km
Salem Welsh Methodist Chapel
4.4 km
Blessed Sacrament
6.2 km
Barnoon
6.4 km
Goldstraw Farmhouse And Attached Farm Building To North West
6.6 km
Garden Walls, Corner Turrets, Gates And Gate Piers At Soughton Hall
5.2 km
Lychgate at Church of St Mark
5.2 kmReviews
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