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 23rd March, 27th April, 25th May, 29th June, 27th July, 31st August, 28th September and 26th October 2025
All tours are free but due to limited places, BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL. Each tour is expected to last between 60-90 minutes.
There are five historic tours to choose and times from:-
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.
History of Mold – General History of Mold Town Centre (High Street, upper town and Chester Street)
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.
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.
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.
Victorian Mold, life and times of Daniel Owen.
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.
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
