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A great little market town, with the castle, small local shops and a market. Park by the harbour to enjoy views of the boats next to the castle walls, then walk to the castle and the many dining places and pubs.
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Caernarfon
A great little market town, with the castle, small local shops and a market. Park by the harbour to enjoy views of the boats next to the castle walls, then walk to the castle and the many dining places and pubs.
Holidaymakers have been coming to Llandudno for generations, and it’s still the best all-round destination for every member of your family. There's a proper Victorian pier, historic castles and farm parks full of cute animals.
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Llandudno
Holidaymakers have been coming to Llandudno for generations, and it’s still the best all-round destination for every member of your family. There's a proper Victorian pier, historic castles and farm parks full of cute animals.
Sightseeing
Edward I wasn’t messing around when he built this polygonal 13th century castle on a former Roman fort. Part of the coastal World Heritage Site, the mighty Caernarfon Castle remains one of the most visually arresting sights you’ll ever see. Exhibition rooms also feature this landmark to stir the senses.
Access via ramp into grounds; wheelchair access throughout lower level of castle; toilets inaccessible for wheelchair
users; portable induction loop available.
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Caernarfon Castle
Castle DitchEdward I wasn’t messing around when he built this polygonal 13th century castle on a former Roman fort. Part of the coastal World Heritage Site, the mighty Caernarfon Castle remains one of the most visually arresting sights you’ll ever see. Exhibition rooms also feature this landmark to stir the senses.
Access via ramp into grounds; wheelchair access throughout lower level of castle; toilets inaccessible for wheelchair
users; portable induction loop available.
Perched on a rock against the backdrop of Snowdonia, Conwy Castle has an indisputably magical feel. Some consider it the finest castle Edward I built, and the mesmerising views from the battlements are particularly famed within the walled town. Great halls, private chapels and royal chambers wind through this medieval marvel.
Access via steep concrete ramp and steps; wheelchairs restricted to visitor centre only; toilet facilities for those with
limited mobility and disabilities; portable induction loop available.
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Conwy Castle
Rose Hill StreetPerched on a rock against the backdrop of Snowdonia, Conwy Castle has an indisputably magical feel. Some consider it the finest castle Edward I built, and the mesmerising views from the battlements are particularly famed within the walled town. Great halls, private chapels and royal chambers wind through this medieval marvel.
Access via steep concrete ramp and steps; wheelchairs restricted to visitor centre only; toilet facilities for those with
limited mobility and disabilities; portable induction loop available.
Stunning displays and fascinating studio visuals, learn how the Regiment won 14 Victoria Crosses and hear the words of the famous writers who served with the Royal Welch during the First World War - Siegfried Sassoon, Robert Graves, 'Hedd Wyn', David Jones and Frank Richards. You will see what life was like for the ordinary soldier and his family and discover the Regiment's unique traditions.
The Royal Welch Fusiliers Regimental Museum
Castle DitchStunning displays and fascinating studio visuals, learn how the Regiment won 14 Victoria Crosses and hear the words of the famous writers who served with the Royal Welch during the First World War - Siegfried Sassoon, Robert Graves, 'Hedd Wyn', David Jones and Frank Richards. You will see what life was like for the ordinary soldier and his family and discover the Regiment's unique traditions.
King Edward I liked his castles to be on the coast but at Rhuddlan, several miles inland, the plan was to use a river instead. Just one problem – the meandering Clwyd wasn’t quite in the right place. So Edward conscripted hundreds of ditch-diggers to deepen and divert its course.
More than seven centuries later the ruins of Rhuddlan still looks like a castle that was worth moving a river for.
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Burg Rhuddlan
Castle StreetKing Edward I liked his castles to be on the coast but at Rhuddlan, several miles inland, the plan was to use a river instead. Just one problem – the meandering Clwyd wasn’t quite in the right place. So Edward conscripted hundreds of ditch-diggers to deepen and divert its course.
More than seven centuries later the ruins of Rhuddlan still looks like a castle that was worth moving a river for.
Devotees of the Italianate vision will love the National Trust owned Bodnant Gardens. Leading up to the Hall, the upper garden has five terraces, featuring brick paths, lily ponds, formal lawns and herbaceous plants. Below, trees and shrubs flank The Dell, passed by the River Hiraethlyn. Homegrown collections include Chinese, North American and Japanese plants.
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National Trust - Bodnant Garten
Bodnant RoadDevotees of the Italianate vision will love the National Trust owned Bodnant Gardens. Leading up to the Hall, the upper garden has five terraces, featuring brick paths, lily ponds, formal lawns and herbaceous plants. Below, trees and shrubs flank The Dell, passed by the River Hiraethlyn. Homegrown collections include Chinese, North American and Japanese plants.
Plas Newydd – already the place for pristine views of Snowdonia – is home to an Australasian arboretum, spring garden, a summer terrace and colourful, massed hydrangeas to enjoy. The catkin garden is a highlight.
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National Trust - Plas Newydd Haus und Gärten
Plas Newydd – already the place for pristine views of Snowdonia – is home to an Australasian arboretum, spring garden, a summer terrace and colourful, massed hydrangeas to enjoy. The catkin garden is a highlight.
National Trust site with an adventure play area; café; shop; model railway museum; lots of events throughout the
year; free parking, separate mobility parking;
partly accessible within grounds (some steps and
cobbles); staff driven multi seater vehicle available for
booking; adapted toilets; ramped entrances to buildings; wheelchairs available.
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Penrhyn Castle
National Trust site with an adventure play area; café; shop; model railway museum; lots of events throughout the
year; free parking, separate mobility parking;
partly accessible within grounds (some steps and
cobbles); staff driven multi seater vehicle available for
booking; adapted toilets; ramped entrances to buildings; wheelchairs available.
Beaumaris on the island of Anglesey is famous as the greatest castle never built. It was the last of the royal strongholds created by Edward I in Wales – and perhaps his masterpiece. Sadly it was never finished. Visit to find out why.
Access is level from visitor centre. Majority of grounds are on level grassed lawns; portable induction loop available.
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Burg Beaumaris
Castle StreetBeaumaris on the island of Anglesey is famous as the greatest castle never built. It was the last of the royal strongholds created by Edward I in Wales – and perhaps his masterpiece. Sadly it was never finished. Visit to find out why.
Access is level from visitor centre. Majority of grounds are on level grassed lawns; portable induction loop available.
Sand and pebble beach; shop; toilets; small playground;
great fish & chip shop; dunes; rock pools; popular spot for fishing; slipways for boat launch; Iron Age remains; dog allowed on some parts only during May to September.
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Dinas Dinlle
Sand and pebble beach; shop; toilets; small playground;
great fish & chip shop; dunes; rock pools; popular spot for fishing; slipways for boat launch; Iron Age remains; dog allowed on some parts only during May to September.
Enjoy a pleasant 5 mile ride alongside Lake Padarn, right in the heart of Snowdonia. The journey takes you past the 13th century Dolbadarn Castle, across possibly Britain's shortest river and past Llanberis' twin lakes.
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Llanberis-See-Eisenbahn
Enjoy a pleasant 5 mile ride alongside Lake Padarn, right in the heart of Snowdonia. The journey takes you past the 13th century Dolbadarn Castle, across possibly Britain's shortest river and past Llanberis' twin lakes.
The Dingle / Nant y Pandy Local Nature reserve is a 10 hectare (25 acre) wooded valley, rich in wildlife and history. Look out for the red squirrels or explore the cycling routes.
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The Dingle, Anglesey
The Dingle / Nant y Pandy Local Nature reserve is a 10 hectare (25 acre) wooded valley, rich in wildlife and history. Look out for the red squirrels or explore the cycling routes.
Woodland Trust Nature reserve with red squirrels, great for walking, cycling, exploring; range of walks of varying distance and difficulty; great views; plenty of picnic
stops; lots of wildlife; small café; free parking; good for the whole family.
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Penrhos Küstenpark
42 Stanley AvenueWoodland Trust Nature reserve with red squirrels, great for walking, cycling, exploring; range of walks of varying distance and difficulty; great views; plenty of picnic
stops; lots of wildlife; small café; free parking; good for the whole family.
Stunning waterfall walk , 1.5miles; ascends up mountain;
start at snowdon railway station; stunning views;
very dangerous to swim in and not wheelchair accessible;
rough terrain and steep ascent in places.
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Ceunant Mawr Wasserfall
2 Waterfall VwStunning waterfall walk , 1.5miles; ascends up mountain;
start at snowdon railway station; stunning views;
very dangerous to swim in and not wheelchair accessible;
rough terrain and steep ascent in places.
Fairly easy walk, though some steep parts; buggy possible;
worth stopping off at Aber Falls Distillery.
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Aber Falls
Fairly easy walk, though some steep parts; buggy possible;
worth stopping off at Aber Falls Distillery.
A lovely little village with a riverside walk to Gelert's resting place.
A short walk south of the village, following the footpath along the banks of the Glaslyn leads to Beddgelert's most famous historical feature; 'Gelert's Grave'.
According to legend, the stone monument in the field marks the resting place of 'Gelert', the faithful hound of the medieval Welsh Prince Llewelyn the Great. Read the legend on the monument.
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Beddgelert
A lovely little village with a riverside walk to Gelert's resting place.
A short walk south of the village, following the footpath along the banks of the Glaslyn leads to Beddgelert's most famous historical feature; 'Gelert's Grave'.
According to legend, the stone monument in the field marks the resting place of 'Gelert', the faithful hound of the medieval Welsh Prince Llewelyn the Great. Read the legend on the monument.
Stunning scenery; annual ticket well worth the money
- provides excellent value on all the services; usually food and
drink service; recommend the Caernarforn to Porthmadog
route, via Beddgelert.
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Ffestiniog Railway Harbour Station
Stunning scenery; annual ticket well worth the money
- provides excellent value on all the services; usually food and
drink service; recommend the Caernarforn to Porthmadog
route, via Beddgelert.
Piggery Pottery
Dol HelygCreate your own workshop; shop; café - great for kids.
The attractions for all the family include mini gauge railway; model railway; mini diggers; play area; trampolines; musical
treehouse; magnetic fishing; tunnels; meet animals (hold,
groom, feed); wetland walk; go karts;
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Gypsy Wood Park
The attractions for all the family include mini gauge railway; model railway; mini diggers; play area; trampolines; musical
treehouse; magnetic fishing; tunnels; meet animals (hold,
groom, feed); wetland walk; go karts;
Something for the whole family - shop; café; indoor play barn; archery; theatre shows; rides; roller coaster;
activities; lovely woodland setting.
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GreenWood Family Park
Bush RoadSomething for the whole family - shop; café; indoor play barn; archery; theatre shows; rides; roller coaster;
activities; lovely woodland setting.
Workshops, talks and demonstrations scheduled; shop;
events; café
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National Slate Museum
Workshops, talks and demonstrations scheduled; shop;
events; café
Pre-booking online or by phone is recommended - sells out quickly; distance up the mountain is dependent on weather; 2.5hr round trip; no facilities on board train; visitor
centre at summit with café and gift
shop; café and shop at base too.
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Bahnhof der Snowdon Mountain Railway
Pre-booking online or by phone is recommended - sells out quickly; distance up the mountain is dependent on weather; 2.5hr round trip; no facilities on board train; visitor
centre at summit with café and gift
shop; café and shop at base too.
Conwy Marina and Quay is a great place to sit and watch the world go by, whether it’s with fish and chips from the wrapper, or a drink outside the Liverpool Arms. Take a look around the Smallest House, the RNLI boathouse, or simply stroll around, ice-cream in hand and take in the stunning views. If you love boat racing, check out the annual Conwy River Festival.
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Conwy
Conwy Marina and Quay is a great place to sit and watch the world go by, whether it’s with fish and chips from the wrapper, or a drink outside the Liverpool Arms. Take a look around the Smallest House, the RNLI boathouse, or simply stroll around, ice-cream in hand and take in the stunning views. If you love boat racing, check out the annual Conwy River Festival.
There are countless places worth visiting along the 140 mile/225km Anglesey Coast Path. It goes right round the island. The Friends of the Isle of Anglesey Coast Path website has handy maps and detailed descriptions of the path's 12 sections.
As well as skirting the spectacular coastline, the path passes through farmland, coastal heath, dunes and small pockets of woodland. Highlights include South Stack lighthouse, the sea arches at Bwa Gwyn and the wild flowers and birdlife at Aberffraw dunes.
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Anglesey Coastal Path
Anglesey Coastal PathThere are countless places worth visiting along the 140 mile/225km Anglesey Coast Path. It goes right round the island. The Friends of the Isle of Anglesey Coast Path website has handy maps and detailed descriptions of the path's 12 sections.
As well as skirting the spectacular coastline, the path passes through farmland, coastal heath, dunes and small pockets of woodland. Highlights include South Stack lighthouse, the sea arches at Bwa Gwyn and the wild flowers and birdlife at Aberffraw dunes.
Snowdonia offers a wide choice of attractions and activities; castles, narrow-gauge railways, golf, cycling, walking, award-winning beaches, Wales Coast Path, World Heritage Site, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Heritage Coast.
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Snowdonia / Eryri National Park
Snowdonia offers a wide choice of attractions and activities; castles, narrow-gauge railways, golf, cycling, walking, award-winning beaches, Wales Coast Path, World Heritage Site, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Heritage Coast.
Along this route you'll take in the spectacular Aberglaslyn gorge with the Glaslyn river raging alongside the path, Bedd y Ci (the grave of Prince Llywelyn's faithful hound), the beautiful village of Beddgelert, the placid waters of Llyn Dinas and the old copper mine workings of Sygun and Cwm Bychan. The walk is tricky in places and walking boots are a good idea.
Aberglaslyn Pass
Along this route you'll take in the spectacular Aberglaslyn gorge with the Glaslyn river raging alongside the path, Bedd y Ci (the grave of Prince Llywelyn's faithful hound), the beautiful village of Beddgelert, the placid waters of Llyn Dinas and the old copper mine workings of Sygun and Cwm Bychan. The walk is tricky in places and walking boots are a good idea.
Food scene
Creative Enterprise Centre... Theatre / Cinema / Art Space / Office units / Rehearsal space / meeting & conferencing facilities / Cafe Bar Live events include: drama, music, comedy, film, dance, evenings with and much more!
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Galeri Caernarfon
CaernarfonCreative Enterprise Centre... Theatre / Cinema / Art Space / Office units / Rehearsal space / meeting & conferencing facilities / Cafe Bar Live events include: drama, music, comedy, film, dance, evenings with and much more!