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Flintshire (Welsh: Sir y Fflint). The population is around 150,000 and the county covers an area of 169 square miles (437 sq km). The count town is Mold. 19% of the population speak Welsh.

In Flintshire there are the popular towns of  Queensferry, Holywell, Holyhead, Bagillt,  Flint, Mold, Buckley and Hope.

Geography

Contrasts abound in Flintshire. From the tranquil rolling hills and valleys making up the Clwydian Range to peaceful woodlands, country lanes, golden sands, unspoilt villages, and views across the Cheshire plain and towards Snowdon, it ensures variety and endless pleasures for visitors. The main towns are Flint, Holywell, Hawarden and Mold.

Industry

Flint has industries that produce rayon, nylon, paper, and clothing.

History

The current administrative Flintshire was created in 1996, but Flintshire is also a traditional county of Wales. The historic county does not have the boundaries of modern administrative Flintshire, in particular it has a large exclave called Maelor Saesneg. The County was established in 1284, seven years after King Edward 1 ordered work to begin on Flint Castle. The Castle overlooks the estuary of the River Dee. It was ruined during the English Civil War in 1646, but the ruins are still well worth a visit today. Earlier evidence of man's occupation can be seen at the Iron Age hill forts of Caer Estyn, Moel Arthur, and Penycloddiau. The town of Hawarden contains two castles, one dating from the 12th century, the other was the home of William Glastone, four times British Prime Minister.