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Top 5 Holiday Cottages in Barmouth
The magical Mawddach estuary, beautiful sandy beaches, and a soaring mountain backdrop. It’s all on the doorstep of our Top 5 holiday cottages in Barmouth
Wild Isles in North Wales
The British Isles is home to some of the most diverse landscapes on Earth. Channel your inner Attenborough and explore the rainforests of North Wales
We bring you the scoop on some of our favourite ice cream cafes
Whether you’re a gelato aficionado, or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, read on for the scoop on some of our favourite ice cream cafes
Things to do in Barmouth
On the coast of Snowdonia, where the mountains meet the sea, Barmouth is perfect for walking, outdoor activity breaks, or fresh air getaways. The town has gift shops, restaurants, cafes and bars all located within a 5 minute walk from the harbour and promenade running alongside a blue flag beach. Here are the best things to do in Barmouth.
Things to do in Dolgellau
With more than 200 listed buildings and a beautiful Snowdonia backdrop, Dolgellau is a handsome market town which has plenty going on all year round. It’s the perfect place to soak up a bit of local culture along with those soaring mountain landscapes. Here’s a selection of our favourite things to do in Dolgellau.
Wine hamper and Winter discount at farmhouses with sea views
Stay at these farmhouses with sea views over the Winter and receive a 10% discount. Book to stay for Christmas week and you will receive a special wine hamper with red and white wine and a bottle of champagne for the celebrations! Ty-Newydd (sleeps 6), Hen-Dy (sleeps 8), and both combined, Fferm-Frongaled (sleeps 14), all have an amazing sea view set in a beautiful location near Barmouth.
Spring picnic hamper at romantic self catering cottage
Book to stay in March 2023 and receive a picnic hamper at this romantic self catering cottage! Laundry-Cottage is the ideal romantic getaway, enjoy this picnic hamper whilst nestled amongst the spectacular spring bluebells and snowdrops….
Exploring North Wales on the Cambrian Coast Railway
North Wales is proper train country, where chugging along and taking in epic landscapes weaves a bit of magic into your soul
Things to do in Harlech
Harlech is a charming historic Welsh coastal town on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. It is a place of guts, quirk, and rather epic, timeless beauty. Sitting proud on a hillside looking out to sea, Harlech is flanked by the majestic mountains of Snowdonia to the east, with Cardigan Bay and the Irish Sea to the west. Here’s a selection of our favourite things to do in Harlech.
Things to do in Bala
Surrounded by mountains, rich in culture, and within easy reach of many of the region’s most popular attractions, beautiful Bala is famously home to Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), the largest natural lake in Wales. Sandwiched between Snowdonia and the Berwyn mountains, the town is watched over by its own mini-massif: the Arenig mountains. Here’s a selection of our favourite things to do in Bala.
Top 10 best places to go paddleboarding in North Wales
Paddleboarding is one of the fastest growing water sports in the UK. Here are 10 of the best places for paddleboarding in North Wales
Autumn Activities in North Wales
With the summer months behind us, now is the time to look forward to sunny autumn mornings, beautiful forest walks, and snuggling up
Exploring the rainforests of Snowdonia
How about exploring a lush rainforest on your next holiday? Head to the wilds of North Wales and the rainforests of Snowdonia…
Secret Castle series. Castell y Bere.
It was built by Prince Llywelyn at the start of the 13th century. Eight hundred years on, its remains sit strong and proud under the gaze of Cadair Idris.
Free family days out for autumn: the best things to do in North Wales
How to have a great family day out in North Wales without spending any money (if you can resist the ice cream that is).
Barmouth, a Traditional Seaside Holiday
Barmouth, a traditional seaside holiday destination in Snowdonia, North Wales. Simple old fashioned fun building sandcastles, swimming in the sea and ice cream.
What To Do In Southern Snowdonia
Southern Snowdonia has some real hidden gems which can sometimes be overlooked. Here is our guide on what to do in Southern Snowdonia.
Best Family Cycling Routes In Snowdonia
North Wales has lots of traffic free, flat cycling routes. Through forests, around lakes and along rivers, we have it all. Best family cycling routes in Snowdonia.
Best Walks in Snowdonia North Wales for Beginners
The walking opportunities in Snowdonia are plentiful – but it can be hard to choose. Here are Dioni’s best walks in Snowdonia North Wales for beginners.
Welsh Ice Cream At Its Best
The rise of artisan ice cream makers means an offering of far more exciting and tantalising flavours. Here is Welsh Ice Cream at its best.
