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The North Wales villages that were made for winter

The villages that were made for winter: our favourite North Wales places to explore when the temperatures start to drop

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Halloween 2015...
 

Family Friendly Half Term Activities in North Wales

Looking for an atmospheric autumn walk, a spooky Halloween experience, or a spot of pumpkin picking? Check out these family friendly half term activities…

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Fish and Chips by the Sea

Fish and Chips by the Sea: Like tea and biscuits, sausage and mash, or strawberries and cream, fish ‘n’ chips is one of Britain’s best-loved culinary double acts.

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Holiday cottages near steam trains

Full steam ahead! We know that many of our visitors are drawn to the highly evocative experience of exploring our landscapes by heritage railway

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Top 5 North Wales Holiday Cottages Overlooking Castles 

With more castles per square mile than any other country Wales truly is ‘castle country’. Here’s our top 5 North Wales holiday cottages overlooking castles.

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Welsh Ice Cream At Its Best
 

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

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Caernarfon Castle – A castle fit for a King

Having been closed for a number of years, the majestic King’s Gate at Caernarfon Castle has recently reopened after a major transformation

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Picture perfect: meet North Wales artist Beth Horrocks

From her studio in Caernarfon, North Wales artist Beth Horrocks uses her skill in graphic design to realise the majesty of the North Wales coastline

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mountain railway, steam train
 

Explore Eryri’s outstanding mountain scenery by heritage railway

Explore Eryri’s outstanding mountain scenery by heritage railway. Steam trains and stunning landscape views are a match made in heaven

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beddgelert
 

Things to do in Beddgelert

Beddgelert is a gorgeous mountain village towards the west of the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. At the confluence of the Afon Colwyn and the Afon Glaslyn, it is surrounded by dramatic landscapes. Here’s a selection of our favourite things to do in Beddgelert.

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Llanberis
 

Things to do in Llanberis

Sitting at the foot of Yr Wyddfa – Snowdon – and with two scenic lakes and an ancient woodland to explore, this beautiful mountain village is the perfect base for an adventure in North Wales. Here’s a selection of our favourite things to do in Llanberis.

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Our Top 6 Places to Cool off in a North Wales Heatwave

It’s that time of year again. The sun has got his hat on and we’re all starting to melt. Here’s our Top 6 Places to Cool off in a North Wales heatwave

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rib ride, menai straits
 

Rib Ride adventures

Fancy a wild ride on the world’s fastest RIB? Head to Anglesey and jump on board with Rib Ride Velocity. Boats leave from Menai Bridge all year round

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Secret Mountains Series. Yr Eifl
 

Secret Mountains Series. Yr Eifl

A mountain with three summits and stunning, far-reaching sea views. Yr Eifl on the Llyn Peninsula is a must-do mountain for your next holiday in North Wales

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Top 5 boat trips in North Wales
 

Top 5 Boat Trips In North Wales

Wherever you are in North Wales, you’re never far from the call of the sea. Our Top 5 boat trips in North Wales will help you to explore our magnificent coast.

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Best Family Cycling Routes In 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.

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Welsh Ice Cream At Its Best
 

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.

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Garden Centres Snowdonia Style
 

Top 5 Garden Centres In North Wales

People love our garden centres in North Wales. A wide variety of plants, gift shops full of local crafts and award-winning restaurants offring home cooked food. Here are the Top 5 Garden Centres in North Wales.

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Top 5 | Things To Do With Children Of All Ages In Snowdonia

One of the challenges of planning a trip with children that range in age is finding things that keep everyone happy and interested. With this in mind, here are my Top 5 | Things To Do With Children Of All Ages In Snowdonia: WALKING Climbing Snowdon or Cadr Idris are my personal favorites, the sense of achievement is second to none and the views are incredible. If you have much smaller ones in tow, the walks around Swallow Falls and upto Fairy Glen in Betws-Y-Coed are fantastic. ADVENTURE The Fforest Coaster is the most recent attraction under the Zip World umbrella that has recently opened to great response. Zip World has lots on offer, covering all ages; they really do provide something unique. ELECTRIC MOUNTAIN From an educational point of view, Electric Mountain is one of a kind. It is a hydroelectric power plant built inside a mountain; the tours of its history and how it…

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Snowdonia Style Adventure | Sailing

Sailing in the North Wales doesn’t get as much of the lime light as other adventure activities, but with all of our beautiful coastline and the abundance of lakes it’s a pretty good place to learn and a great activity for the whole family to get involved in. Here are our top 5 places you can learn to sail.   PLAS MENAI | CAERNARFON Located in-between Bangor and Caernarfon, Plas Menai is the National Outdoor Centre for Wales. They offer both beginner and intermediate sailing courses on the sheltered coastal waters of the Menai Strait. Under the guidance of their highly qualified instructors, all the courses are run to the guidelines of the RYA.   BALA SAILING CLUB | BALA Situated at the Bala sailing club on Llyn Tegid and surrounded by the Snowdonia mountains, this is a stunning place to learn to sail. They offer both level 1 and 2 RYA courses which take place…

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