Maes-y-Dre

Settlement in Denbighshire

Wales

Maes-y-Dre

Wrexham General station platforms and offices Credit: Roy Hughes

Maes-y-Dre is a small town located in the county of Denbighshire, Wales. Situated in the heart of the Vale of Clwyd, it is nestled between the towns of Denbigh and Ruthin. The name Maes-y-Dre translates to "field of the town" in English, indicating its historical significance.

With a population of approximately 1,500 residents, Maes-y-Dre boasts a tight-knit community known for its friendly atmosphere and strong sense of community spirit. The town is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional Welsh stone cottages and more modern housing developments. The surrounding countryside provides picturesque views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Maes-y-Dre offers a range of amenities to its residents. The town has a primary school, a small post office, and a local convenience store for everyday needs. Additionally, there are several charming local pubs and restaurants that serve traditional Welsh cuisine, providing a taste of the local culture.

The town's central location is advantageous for transportation links, with easy access to nearby towns and cities. The A525 road passes through Maes-y-Dre, connecting it to Denbigh and Ruthin, while the A55 expressway is just a short drive away, providing access to the larger cities of Chester and Wrexham.

Overall, Maes-y-Dre is a charming and peaceful town, offering a close-knit community, beautiful surroundings, and convenient amenities for its residents. Its location in the Vale of Clwyd makes it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle with good access to urban areas.

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Maes-y-Dre Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.052711/-2.983433 or Grid Reference SJ3451. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wrexham General station platforms and offices

Roy Hughes

Wrexham General station and footbridge

Roy Hughes

Wrexham bus station â 1969

A feature of the bus station was the hand-painted destination boards on the shelters. Bay 6 is occupied by a venerable Bristol LL5G of Crosville Motor Services (No.SLG191) on one of the routes to Moss. Built in 1950, at the age of 19 it was well beyond the average life of a bus in those days. This is one of a series of views featuring buses in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Link

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Wrexham General platform 1

This platform is normally used by southbound trains.

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From 2 to 1 at Wrexham General station

Looking south along platform 1 from platform 2.

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Triangular signs at the northern end of Platform 4, Wrexham General station

Showing SIGNAL AHEAD CN 945 and CHECK AWS in September 2016.

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Railway lines north of Wrexham General station

Viewed from the fence here. Link

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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the post at the end of a wall which is part of the Acton Park Entrance on Chester Road. It marks a point 100.313m above mean sea level.

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