Wepre Park, Country park in Deeside, Wales.
Description
Wepre Park is a country park in Deeside spanning woodland areas, open grassland, and the Wepre Brook that winds through various landscapes. The grounds also include historical remains and natural rock formations that characterize the site.
History
Ewloe Castle, a medieval fortress built by Welsh princes, was abandoned in 1277 during Edward I's military campaign into Wales. It remains standing as a reminder of that period of conflict and defensive struggles.
Culture
The name Wepre comes from Welsh words meaning Water Hill, reflecting the linguistic heritage of the region. You can sense this connection to Welsh identity as you move through the landscape and see local markers.
Practical
The park provides a playground, outdoor fitness equipment, sports fields, fishing ponds, and free parking for visitors. Pathways are accessible on foot, offering plenty of space for various outdoor activities and relaxation.
Did you know?
Red Rocks is a distinctive iron-rich sandstone formation within the park that shows small surface pits from early coal extraction activities. These marks tell the story of forgotten mining history predating the industrial methods that later transformed the landscape.
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Hawarden Old Castle
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Hawarden Bridge
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Jubilee Bridge
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St Matthew's Church
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St Ethelwold's Church, Shotton
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1.3 km
St Mary's Church
2.3 km
The Good Shepherd
3.4 km
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The Gladstone Monument, Gladstone Way (E Side)
3 km
Deeside Library
2.3 km
Gladstone Memorial Fountain, The Highway (S Side)
3.2 km
Connah's Quay and Shotton War Memorial
1.6 km
No 3, , Glynne Way
3.2 km
No 1, The Post Office, The Highway (N Side)
3.1 km
The Ship Public House
1.7 km
Entrance Gate to Hawarden Castle, Glynne Way (S Side)
3.2 km
Blessed Sacrament
1.6 km
Office Building, Corus Steelworks
2.5 km
Lychgate at Church of St Mark
2 km
Entrance Gates and Churchyard Walls at Saint Deiniol's Parish Church, Church Lane (Far End)
3 km
Ewloe Methodist Chapel
1.7 km
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