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Prestatyn history
Prehistory
There is evidence that the current town location has been occupied since prehistoric times . Prehistoric tools found in the caves of Graig Fawr have revealed the existence of early human habitation in the area .
Roman
The Roman bathhouse is believed to be part of a fort on the road from Chester to Caernarfon . However, much of “Roman Prestatyn” has been destroyed as houses have been built over unexcavated land .
Medieval
The name Prestatyn derives from the Old English prēosta and tūn, and was recorded in the Domesday Book as Prestetone . Unlike similarly derived names in England, this village’s name developed a typically Welsh emphasis on the penultimate syllable .
19th century to present
“Sunny Prestatyn” became famous for its beach, clean seas and promenade entertainers . During the Second World War the holiday camps were used as billets for British soldiers, many of whom were also sent to live with locals .
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