Mold Historic Guided Walking Tours
Mold Historic Guided Walking Tours
Welcome to the History of Mold! Join us for a fascinating journey through the historical streets of Mold. Explore the rich heritage and stories of this charming town as we walk through its iconic streets.
Our knowledgeable volunteer guides will share interesting facts and anecdotes about the town's past, making this tour a must-attend for history buffs and curious minds alike. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to uncover the hidden gems of Mold's history first-hand. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready for an adventure!
The guided walking tours will run in conjunction with The Sunday Gathering Artisan Market, which is taking place on Daniel Owen Square and inside the Daniel Owen Centre:
Sunday 29th March, 26th April, 31st May, 28th June, 26th July, 30th August, 27th September and 25th October 2026
All tours are free but due to limited places, BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Each tour is expected to last between 60-90 minutes.
There are eight Historic tours which will run throughout the year and the tour subjects will alternate each month, with the General History tour being a constant each month.
Tour subjects
History of Wrexham Street and New Street
Described in 1920s as a working class area, the streets contain listed buildings, the first board school; businesses including a plant nursery, tannery, tripe shops. In New Street look out for the house with the Queen Victoria link.
Tour One - discover Wrexham’s Streets history as you walk down from The Cross to the former Morris Garage
Tour Two – starting from the former Morris Garage, our guides will take you through the history of Glanrafon area, up on to New Street
History of Mold – General History of Mold Town Centre
A guided walk tracing the birth of Mold from its roots following the Norman Invasion in 1066, through the turmoil and Industrial unrest of the nineteenth century to the part Mold played in one of World War II's greatest military deceptions.
Tour One - starting on Earl Road you will discover the history of the area as you stroll up to the former Cottage Hospital and then back down onto the main High Street
Tour Two - starting on the High Street rich in history, walk down to the old Courthouse across the former Hallfields and onto Kings Street
Pubs & Breweries of Mold
As we look at some of the 70+ pubs the town once had we follow in the footsteps of previous generations of Mold people. The walk includes stories of the non-conformist Preacher and the Bear, the Eisteddfod Memorial Room, the pub with a cockpit and an unusual rent and World War II. Discover the history of some of Mold’s long lost pubs as well as the history of those still in the town
Tour One - from the High Street to the old Railway, you’ll discover the history of many of the towns former pubs and history.
Tour Two – hear about the history of the pubs that where located on New Street and Wrexham Street, some of which are still there.
You’ll be surprised at how many pubs Mold used to have!
Church & Chapels of Mold
The walk starts with one of the jewels in Mold town, that of the Margaret Beaufort sponsored parish church, St. Mary the Virgin. During the walk we will hear about the 1759 visit by John Wesley and the development of non-conformity through the lens of the denominational various churches and chapels.
Life and times of Daniel Owen in Victorian Mold
Born in Mold in 1836 and considered to be 'the Father of the Welsh Novel.' He was also a tailor, preacher and public servant who cared greatly about less fortunate members of society. The walk visits the locations and buildings associated with Daniel and explores how he rose from abject poverty to the individual commemorated around the town.
How to book
To find out more information, including specific tour times please contact TotallyMold@moldtowncouncil.org.uk or call 01352 758532 opt. 3
While you are with us here in Mold, why not make a day of it and go along to the Sunday Gathering Artisan (10am -2pm) on Daniel Owen Square and inside the Daniel Owen Centre. Find out more via the Sunday Gathering Artisan Market listing
Fancy a bite to eat or drink, on Sunday’s there is a host of fantastic places to eat or have a drink (pre booking advisable in some venues) and there will also be a number of the town shops open during the Artisan market, lots to see and do here in Mold! Visit our town business listing for further details of what we have here in Mold.
NB: All tours may be subject to change
Please note Tour Guidance:
Accessibility & Limitations - Attendees with mobility or other issues may not be able access certain parts of the walk but an alternative route is available, please speak to your guide at the start of the tour.
Clothing - Participants should wear comfortable / walking shoes and any necessary weatherproof clothing, but in the event of adverse weather conditions the walk may be cancelled.
