*For certain locations below we will be using a ‘post code’ – this is the same as a ‘zip code,’
GETTING HERE
Transport
Train Station location – LL11 2AA
Visit Arriva Trains Wales Tickets | now Transport for Wales | Trainline (thetrainline.com) or Download ‘the trainline’ app for up to date info and ticket purchasing.
Bus Station location – LL11 1LF
For ticket and travel info please visit Bus Travel in Wrexham | Tickets & Times | Arriva Bus
Taxi– PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE!!! Our main taxi rank used by Hackney Cabs is situated on King Street Opposite the bus station (LL11 1LF). A list of city centre taxi firms is available at the bottom of this document.
Car parks- Link to map and list of car parks in Wrexham
UBER/BOLT- These services do not commonly operate in Wrexham.
Where to eat
This is a very tough question as there’s so much choice- so we’re trying to cover areas to eat rather than our favourites!
Bank Street – LL11 1AH
A quaint, historic street loaded with independent businesses, you can visit Marrubis (the oldest café in Wrexham), grab a coffee or Sushi here!
Bank Street – LL11 1AH
A quaint, historic street loaded with independent businesses, you can visit Marrubis (the oldest café in Wrexham), or grab a coffee or Sushi here!
High Street- LL13 8LP
The epicentre for nightlife in Wrexham, high street boast a large number of restaurants and bars as well as many fast food outlets.
Ty Pawb (Closed Sunday)- LL13 8BB
A fully stocked bar, Vegan options available, homemade pies, curry, deserts, chicken wings and more from our independent food traders.
Eagles Meadow- Ll13 8DG
A range of established chain restaurants.
This is only a tiny suggestion of locations to eat. Walking around the City Centre you are likely to stumble upon a great range of places to eat including great Polish, Portuguese, Indian and Welsh cuisine.
Where to drink
Tough Question, how long have you got?
But there’s something for everyone. Some are more ‘drinking’ pubs and others concentrate more on the food offering and are generally more family orientated. Some are chain pubs (owned by large breweries) and others are independently owned and run.
If you’re not sure-just ask a local and we’re sure that you’ll have a whole lot of suggestions of places that you can visit.
What to see
Tŷ Pawb – LL13 8BB (www.typawb.wales/)
Tŷ Pawb is a multi-purpose centre. It serves as a venue for arts, cultural and community events, as well as being a market and art gallery-it also was shortlisted last year for the prestigious ‘Museum of the Year’ award.
St Giles Church – Ll13 8LS
The steeple at St Giles is one of the 7 wonders of Wales. The church is recognised as one of the finest examples of ecclesiastical architecture to be found in Wales.
Wrexham Visitor information Centre (Closed Sunday) – Chester St
A one stop information shop for Wrexham visitors. Find out where to go, what to do and pick up some great Wrexham and Welsh souvenirs.
Wrexham Museum (Closed Sunday) – Ll11 1RB
Future site of the Welsh football museum and the home of an excellent Courtyard Café! Entry is free so why not pop in and find out more about Wrexham’s fascinating past? Two football exhibitions are currently on show: Shirt Stories: A shirt by shirt history of Welsh football and Dragons Warriors – Dreigiau Rhyfelwyr, features a selection of photographs, taken by South Wales based photographer, Nigel Whitbread, during the 2019 Homeless World Cup, which took place in Bute Park, Cardiff.
Wrexham Lager brewery – LL13 8DB
Tucked away on St George’s Crescent, Wrexham Lager brewery is where some of Wrexham’s most famous exports are made! You can visit the brewery shop for merchandise and the chance to taste some freshly brewed beer!
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre – LL13 8AE
The home of science in North Wales. You’ll find it full to the brim with science, exploration, and fun. Perfect for all ages. Make sure you include a trip to Xplore! during your next visit to Wrexham.
Xplore! shop and café are open 7 days a week 9:30-16:30.
The Science Centre is open every weekend, bank holiday and Wrexham school holiday 9:30-16:30
Paul Mullin Mural– LL13 8LW Created by local artist Liam Stokes – Massey – sponsored by The Fat Boar and Wal Goch festival – raising money for Your Space charity
Welcome to Wrexham mural- LL11 2HY
If you’re here for a few days or planning on coming back to Wrexham, check out a couple of our favourite websites for inspiration:
Wrexham Markets –
As well as our markets at Ty Pawb, we have a café at the Butchers market, and a regular Monday Market on Queen’s Square – with traders also based at units 5,7 and 9 Queen’s Square. Pop in and grab a bargain!
Medical
Maelor hospital Accident and Emergency – Ll13 7TD
Emergency services number- 112 (or 999)
112 will work from any phone
101 Police non-emergency number
111 Non-emergency number for the NHS, if you have a medical problem that is not an emergency issue and you’re not sure what to do).
Useful Welsh
During your visit to Wrexham you will likely hear many languages spoken. Welsh and English are Wales’ official languages. Most people in Wrexham understand English, but we love to encourage everyone to learn and speak a bit of Welsh. Here are a few Welsh words/Phrases:
“Bore da” – “Good Morning”
“Diolch” –“Thank you”
“Gwych” – “Excellent”
“Gai dau cwrw” – “Can I have 2 beers”
“Dwi’n Caru Wrecsam” – “I love Wrexham”
Money- We use £ sterling, however most places accept card payments as well as cash.
Some of the locations in Wrexham City Centre where you can exchange money:
Eurochange – Eagles Meadow- Ll13 8DG
Asda Money Exchange – LL13 8HL
Post office Travel Money-LL11 1BE
Sainsbury’s – LL11 2BA
Tesco – LL13 8HF
Tap water – The tap water is safe to drink, in fact- the quality of our drinking water is one of the main reasons we’ve had so many breweries in Wrexham!
Apollo
18 Charles Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 366100
Atax
14 Abbot Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 262380
Cresta Cabs
16 St George’s Crescent, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 353500
Gold Star
2 Brook Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 353333
J.J. Cars
5A Abbot Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 351234
Regal Taxis
15a King Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 362888
Town Cars
General Station, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 313131
Wrexham / Prestige
Yale House, 46 Brook Street, Wrexham
Tel: 01978 357777
