The park provides one of the most accessible viewpoints for the 18-arched Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, which carries the Llangollen Canal 38 meters above the valley floor.
The resident livestock, including the herd of Highland cattle, are managed as part of the park's conservation grazing programme to maintain local biodiversity.
The river banks at Tŷ Mawr are a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to the presence of rare aquatic plants and otters.
The park occupies land that historically supported local industrial activity, including coal mining and brickworks that were once vital to the Wrexham area.
It marks a key node for the Offa's Dyke National Trail, a 177-mile long-distance path following the border between England and Wales.
Tŷ Mawr Country Park is situated on the banks of the River Dee in Cefn Mawr, Wrexham, directly beneath the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. The park serves as an entry point for the Offa's Dyke National Trail and features a significant population of resident animals, including Highland cattle, donkeys, and pigs. Its landscape spans the floodplain of the River Dee, providing diverse walking routes that integrate industrial heritage with riparian woodland. The site includes a dedicated visitor centre with informative displays regarding local wildlife and historical significance. The terrain varies from level riverside paths to steeper wooded sections leading toward the aqueduct. It is managed by Wrexham County Borough Council as a community space for outdoor recreation and nature observation.
The riverside meadows looking upward toward the iron arches of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.
Wear waterproof footwear, as the riverside paths are prone to mud after heavy rainfall.
Carry binoculars to spot kingfishers and herons along the River Dee, which are frequently seen in the quieter reaches of the park.
Check the Wrexham Council website for information on the animal feeding schedule before your visit.
Attempting to walk the steep trails leading up to the canal level in poor weather or with inadequate footwear.
Keep dogs on a lead near the livestock paddocks; do not feed the animals without staff permission.
