Ruthin

St Peter's Square

Ruthin (pronounced RITH-in, spelt Rhuthun in Welsh) is a town in Denbighshire, Wales.

Ruthin Castle was constructed in the late 13th century by Dafydd ap Gruffydd, the brother of prince Llywelyn ap Gruffydd. It was demolished during the English Civil War. Part of the ancient walls still remains today, forming part of the Ruthin Castle Hotel.

There is evidence of Celtic and Roman settlements in the area, but not much is known from before the castle was built.

The original parish church of Ruthin was St Meugan's Church at Llanrhydd, a mile south-east of the town. It has been in use since the 6th century. St Peter's Church was built in the town in 1310.

Ruthin Community Council also includes the village of Llanfwrog, on the opposite side of the River Clwyd. As of 2021 the community had a population of 5,698.