Every valley has its own special landmarks but the vale through which the River Dee flows has more than its fair share of them! The valley has its very own man made gateways, although the engineers involved in their construction lived around 3,000 years apart.

Completed in 1310, Chirk is the last Welsh castle from the reign of Edward I that's still lived in today. Features from its 700 years include the medieval tower and dungeon, 17th-century Long Gallery, grand 18th-century state apartments, servants' hall and historic laundry.

Chester was founded as a "castrum" or Roman fort with the name Deva Victrix in the year 79 by the Roman Legio II Adiutrix during the reign of the Emperor Vespasian.[3] Chester's four main roads, Eastgate, Northgate, Watergate and Bridge, follow routes laid out at this time – almost 2,000 years ago.

Whatever the time of year, you can be sure of a warm welcome at Bangor on Dee races. Set in glorious countryside beside the River Dee this picturesque course attracts top trainers and jockeys, guaranteeing exciting racing at every meeting.