Flint Map

Flint map, view the Clwyd town of Flint, located in the county of Clwyd, Wales.

Detailed Street Map of Flint Clwyd & Guide to the Area

Flint Map Clwyd: Interactive map of Flint, displaying the town situated in the county of Clwyd, Wales, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Flint area and a Flint town centre map, showing Flint Railway Station (click + button once) and Flint Castle.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Flint map are: Flint Library, Flint Train Station, Flint Leisure Centre, St Mary's Catholic Church, Bethel Chapel, Boots, B&M, Iceland, Poundland, Tesco Superstore, Asda Flint Superstore, Costa Coffee, Greggs, The Royal Oak, Ship Hotel, The Swan Inn, R&J's Sports Bar, Stonehouse Pizza & Carvery, The Cornist Hall, The Mill Tavern, The Gateway to India, The Market Café, Suburban Coffee, Coffee & Co, Manor Drive Medical Centre, Flint Health Centre, Castle Heights Dental Practice, North East Wales NHS Trust Office, Ysgol Maes Hyfryd, St Richard Gwyn Catholic High School, Ysgol Gwynedd, St Mary's Primary School, Dee Cabs, Flint Post Office, Rowlands Pharmacy, Glamour Point Salon, The Barber Shop, Flintshire Connects Office, Well Pharmacy, RNLI Flint Lifeboat Station, County Offices Flint, Siop y Siswrn, Arlwyo Pobl, Flint Castle Lodge Guest House, Cambrian Pharmacy, Hair by Tracey, The Workshop Gallery, Caffi Isa, Ty Cornel, and the River Dee.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Oakenholt, Bagillt, Greenfield, Holywell, Northop, Northop Hall, Halkyn, Brynford, Pentre Halkyn, Connah's Quay, Shotton, Queensferry, Ewloe, Buckley, Mold, Sychdyn, Mynydd Isa, Caerwys, Nannerch, Rhydymwyn, Rhosesmor, Mostyn, Trelogan, Whitford, Gronant, Prestatyn, Rhyl, Talacre, Dyserth, Meliden, Trelawnyd, Ffynnongroyw, Gwespyr, Llanasa.

Flint sits right on the edge of the Dee Estuary, with the wide tidal waters stretching out towards the Wirral and a castle ruin that watches over the shoreline like an old guard. It's a small Welsh town with a big personality—friendly, unpretentious, and proud of its roots. While not flashy, Flint has its charms, with a mix of everyday life, local history, and a few hidden gems that give it depth once you get to know it.

The town's history goes back centuries, with Flint Castle standing as its most striking landmark. Built in 1277 by Edward I during his conquest of Wales, it was one of the first to be constructed in a distinctive concentric design. The town grew up around the castle and the strategic location by the river, developing into a market town and port. Later came the industrial age, bringing brickworks, lead, and chemical works into the picture. These days, Flint has a population of just under 14,000, and while the heavy industry has faded, the town still carries that working-class resilience and character.

There's plenty to poke your nose into in and around Flint. The castle ruins are open to the public, offering great views across the estuary, especially at sunset. The leisure centre is a hub for locals, with swimming, fitness and sports facilities. There's a weekly market in the town centre, and the nearby coastal path is perfect for walkers and birdwatchers. Head inland and you'll find Greenfield Valley Heritage Park—a great mix of museum, nature trails and old industrial relics. While there aren't any National Trust or English Heritage properties right in town, Erddig, near Wrexham, is an excellent National Trust site worth the trip. Basingwerk Abbey, a little further up in Greenfield, is looked after by Cadw and adds a monastic twist to the local landscape.

Wider Clwyd has some lovely spots tucked away between the hills and coast. Rhuddlan Castle is another must-see—solid and imposing, with views across the valley. Denbigh and Ruthin both boast historic town centres, castles and winding streets full of character. Loggerheads Country Park and Moel Famau offer scenic walks and fresh air with wide open views. Head out to Llangollen for the canal, steam railway, and dramatic Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a World Heritage Site that's as impressive as they come. The area's got a great mix of natural beauty and heritage, whether you're after a gentle stroll or a deep dive into Welsh history.

Flint's well-connected for a town its size. The A548 runs straight through and links easily to the A55, the main coastal route across North Wales. Flint railway station sits on the North Wales Coast Line, with regular services to Chester, Holyhead, and further afield. If you're heading to London or Manchester, change at Chester and you're on your way. Buses run to nearby towns like Mold, Holywell and Deeside. The nearest airport is Liverpool John Lennon, about 40 minutes away by car, and Manchester Airport is just over an hour if traffic's on your side.

Clwyd as a county may not exist officially anymore, but the name still sticks in everyday conversation. Historically, it covered a large chunk of northeast Wales, including Flintshire, Denbighshire and parts of Wrexham and Conwy. It's a region of contrasts—rolling hills, farmland, market towns, industrial estates and coastline all rubbing shoulders. Clwyd's always been shaped by its borderland position, with strong ties to both Welsh and English culture. That mix gives it a unique identity, where you're just as likely to hear Welsh as you are a Wirral accent.

We hope you found this Flint tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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