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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · North Wales

Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest

In or near Wrexham.

Free admission

Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest — a archaeological in wales-north, United Kingdom.

Gwaith dur Brymbo Ironworks 15

Llywelyn2000 — CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Gwersyllt · 2.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest is a archaeological located in wales-north, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.

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Official information

Stori Brymbo is a community-led attraction that showcases the 300 million year history of the Brymbo Fossil Forest. Visitors can explore the site's rich heritage, ongoing restorations, and vibrant culture through various events and activities.

Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Dee (England) SSSI

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest is an archaeological site located in North Wales, postcode LL11. It is notable for its well-preserved fossilised remains of ancient trees, providing insight into prehistoric ecosystems.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
53.0737, -3.0529
District
Wrexham
Parish
Brymbo
Postcode
LL11 5AX
Parliamentary constituency
Wrexham
Phone
+44 800 772 0981
Nearest railway station
Gwersyllt2.4 km
Official site
storibrymbo.co.uk

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest?
Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL11 5AX), in the parish of Brymbo.
What is Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest?
Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest — a archaeological in wales-north, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest?
The nearest railway station is Gwersyllt, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL11 5AX.
Is Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest a protected site?
Yes — Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest is part of the River Dee (England) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Is Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest free to visit?
Yes, Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest is free to enter.
How do I get to Stori Brymbo: Fossil Forest?
The nearest railway station is Gwersyllt, about 2.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL11 5AX.