Saturday 24 Brownies + leaders arrived by train from the Midlands to stay 4 nights - 2 years later than planned. After girls in bed (not sure if asleep!) leaders start their own evening activity - sewing "camp badges" on "camp blankets" - a job they apparently dont do very often!

224th Birmingham Brownies+leaders travelled home today after 4 great days here in Chirk. They visited the Leisure Centre, the Castle and walked across the Aqueduct and through the tunnel. Plus they did loads of craft activities. Some even experienced a night "under canvas".

A great place to have a party or celebration of any kind. Bank Holiday Monday saw a local family celebrating the end of Ramadan. Family had come from near and far - some had even come from Turkey. The family tell us they had an "absolutely wonderful day in a great facility".

The food had been eaten, the Turkish tea had been drunk and then it was time to do some cleaning !

We join in congratulating Her Majesty on celebrating her Platinum Jubilee as our Queen - 70 years of devoted service.

Last weekend we welcomed back 1st Ruabon Guides - their last visit being in 2019. We hope they enjoyed their indoor and outdoor camping experiences.

We were delighted to have "Crafty Ladies" back with us today doing what they like doing best - crafts, chatting and, of course, having a cuppa. If you would like to join "Crafty Ladies" on a Wednesday from 2-4 pm then please contact Barbara Batts at - [email protected]

Last weekend we welcomed for the second time this year 1st NESS BROWNIES. The theme for the weekend was "Bees". The Group said they had a "lovely stay once again". We look forward to welcoming them back in 2023.

Last weekend we welcomed, for the first time, Laburnum Boat Club from London. The group had a great time paddling on the River Dee in Chester and Llangollen and also paddling over Pontycysllte Aqueduct. For some of the group it was their very first time in North Wales.

Last weekend 1st Ruabon Brownies had a "SPOOKTACULAR Sleepover". We hope there weren't too many "disturbances" during the night! We look forward to having the girls stay again in 2023.

We continue to be busy in the lead-up to Christmas. Last weekend we welcomed back 12th Crosby (St. Luke's) Scout Group. Long walk enjoyed by all on Sat morning although one of group was heard to say "I'm now shattered"! Sat evening saw everyone enjoy a full Christmas Dinner !

Well done to all those involved at Llangollen Rotary and Llangollen & District Young Farmers for the fantastic illuminated tractor run this evening. It was great to see.

Happy St. David's Day Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus

A lovely sunny winter's day here in Chirk today - albeit a bit chilly - after a heavy fall of snow - followed by another brilliant sunset this evening.

A HUGE thank you to our visitors this weekend-Southend Canoe Club - who did a fantastic job clearing our carpark of all the snow. Photos were taken late Sunday afternoon so the piles had obviously been even higher on Saturday! Thanks to Meurig for the loan of the shovel !

Our visitors this Easter have had an amazing day canoeing/kayaking/paddling the Llangollen Canal including a trip over the Pontycyllte Aquaduct. The group was due to stay Easter 2020 then 2021 but covid arrived! "The weather has been waiting for us. Absolutely stunning!"

All ready for our visitors this weekend from Oswestry School - beds made by School's housekeeping staff! Have heard our visitors were "pleasantly surprised with the bunkhouse-love the sitting room and painted view in one of the bunkrooms". "Window" was painted by Jim Heath.

We're pleased the Kurdish Folk Dance Group from London are back staying with us again. They will be competing in the Folk Dance Competitions at Llangollen International Eisteddfod on Thursday. Last year they came 2nd and are hoping to do one place better this year. GOOD LUCK