New homes near Wrexham
Welcome to Wrexham, a vibrant town steeped in history and surrounded by stunning Welsh landscapes. From the famous Racecourse Ground – the world’s oldest international football stadium still in use – to the nearby beauty of the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley, Wrexham offers the perfect balance of culture, heritage, and natural beauty. Ideally positioned on the gateway to North Wales, Wrexham also provides easy access to Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester. Explore our range of new builds in Wrexham – ideally located to enjoy everything this vibrant city has to offer.
Living in Wrexham
Close to the English border and a short drive away from Chester, our new homes in Wrexham are well-positioned to take advantage of an array of day trips, public transport options and countryside retreats.
As one of only three cities in North Wales, Wrexham provides amenities to numerous towns and villages across the region, from gyms and swimming pools to restaurants, transport links and shopping centres. With the Clwydian Range just a short drive away from home, it’s a popular spot for residents who want the best of the Welsh countryside without sacrificing urban life.
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What TO DO
Things to do in Wrexham
Wrexham is located next to the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley AONB, a national park spread out across 390 square kilometres of mountain trails. It’s a popular spot for wild climbing, caving, hiking and family outings, with plenty of open spaces for residents to discover. If you’re heading off the beaten path, local safety advice is well worth following!
Another nature reserve within easy reach of Wrexham is the Fenn’s, Whixall & Bettisfield Mosses, a rare raised bog with a variety of wildlife and wetland birds to see. You can also visit the RSPB Burton Mere Wetlands, a 30-minute drive north of the city, or walk the local nature reserves at Marford Quarry, Minera Quarry, Maes y Pant and Wenffrwd.
Wrexham is known for its historic significance, with the original settlement dating back as far as the 11th century. Remnants of its history are available for residents to explore at destinations such as the Castell Caergwrle, a ruined 13th century castle, and Chirk Castle, a medieval fortress with gardens and a dungeon. Other historic sites are open at the 12,000 acre Erddig grounds and the hike to Castell Dinas Brân.
As for what to do in Wrexham for friend groups and families, there are plenty of fun days out to choose from. The Xplore! Science Discovery Centre is great for kids, while the historic arena at the STōK Racecourse is due to open up with brand new facilities for local sports fans. The Wrexham, Moss Valley and Clays golf clubs are all local to the city, while indoor activities include Tenpin Wrexham, the Grove Park Theatre and the Tŷ Pawb art gallery.
Shopping fans will be happy to hear that Wrexham is famous for its markets, where you can buy a range of items from fresh butcher’s meat to clothes and crafts. A market operates every Monday on Queen’s Square, while the Butchers’ Market and the General Market are open daily between 9am and 5pm. You can also visit the Eagles Meadow Shopping Centre to find high street stores such as Boots, Next and River Island.
GETTING AROUND
Transport in Wrexham
Wrexham is located at the interchange between the A483 and the A534. The A483 leads up to Chester to the north and Oswestry to the south, while the A534 can be used to reach Nantwich, Crewe and Stoke-on-Trent. Both of North Wales’ major A-roads – the A5 and the A55 – are within a 20-minute drive of the city, opening up fast routes to destinations like Anglesey and Eryri National Park.
Your local bus station is located on King Street in central Wrexham, where you can catch a network of services across the Welsh villages and along the border with England. Notable routes include the 5 service to Llangollen, the TL1 to Borras and the X46 to Whitchurch.
Wrexham has two train stations: Wrexham General and Wrexham Central. Both stations are an 8-minute walk away from the bus station, and provide step-free access to facilitate wheelchairs. Wrexham Central operates services to Bidston, while Wrexham General has four platforms and runs trains to Crewe, Birmingham, Holyhead, Swansea and more.
There are plenty of reasons to move to Wrexham, from travel and exploration to hiking, sports and family fun. Check out our range of new houses for sale in Wrexham to discover the very best of Wales today.
