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Bodfari
Village and community in Denbighshire, Wales

Bodfari

Bodfari is a village and community in Denbighshire, Wales.

Until the local government reorganisation of 1974, Bodfari was in the historic county of Flintshire.

Get in

Getting to Bodfari

The village is on the A541 road between Denbigh and Mold. The nearest railway stations are in Rhyl or Prestatyn, both approximately 15 mi (24 km) away. Public transport is limited, with infrequent bus services to nearby towns, so most visitors arrive by car or on foot via one of the long-distance walking trails.

See

Worth seeing

St Stephen's Parish Church, Bodfari, Denbigh LL16 4DN. An ancient church associated with early Christian figures, including Deifer the Recluse and Saint Winefrid. The current structure dates back to the 1860s but retains its historic atmosphere and sits on a site of religious importance for centuries. Oriel Bodfari Gallery, Bodfari, Denbighshire, LL16 4DN. A local art gallery and shop showcasing Welsh art.

Do

Things to do

Clwydian Way. A 122-mile (196-km) circular long-distance trail through the Clwydian Range, passing through Bodfari. It offers superb views of the surrounding hills and peaceful countryside. Offa's Dyke Path. This 177-mile (285-km) national trail tracing the historic border between England and Wales passes through Bodfari.

Eat

Where to eat

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    The Dinorben Arms

    A large, well-regarded gastropub with extensive menus, cask ales, and a spacious terrace offering spectacular views over the Clwydian Hills.

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