Paul’s guidebook to the local area!
Sightseeing
This stunning walled market town has a lot to offer. Climb to the top of one of Conwy Castle's eight towers to get a stunning view over Conwy and the surrounding area (the castle also looks great illuminated at night). Step inside Britain’s smallest house which is located on the picturesque quayside. Watch your chips when the seagulls are about! Walk the walls of the town or pop into the 16th century Plas Mawr town house (said to be the finest standing houses of it’s Elizabethan era). Further out is Bodnant Garden, one of Wales’ best gardens. Also worth a visit is Conwy Mountain, RSPB nature reserve and The Royal Cambrian Academy of Art.
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Conwy
This stunning walled market town has a lot to offer. Climb to the top of one of Conwy Castle's eight towers to get a stunning view over Conwy and the surrounding area (the castle also looks great illuminated at night). Step inside Britain’s smallest house which is located on the picturesque quayside. Watch your chips when the seagulls are about! Walk the walls of the town or pop into the 16th century Plas Mawr town house (said to be the finest standing houses of it’s Elizabethan era). Further out is Bodnant Garden, one of Wales’ best gardens. Also worth a visit is Conwy Mountain, RSPB nature reserve and The Royal Cambrian Academy of Art.
Chester was founded as a Roman fortress in the 1st century A.D. It's known for its extensive Roman walls made of local red sandstone. In the old city, the Rows is a shopping district distinguished by 2-level covered arcades and Tudor-style half-timber buildings. Walk up and under the Eastgate clock tower for a view over the street. A Roman amphitheatre, lies just outside the old city's walls, near the park. You can even have a full clad Roman soldier as a tour guide.
Walk down to the river, soak up the atmosphere and grab a pedalo or rowing boat if feeling adventurous. Cheshire ice cream is essential on sunny days!
The Cathedral is very impressive with high vaulted gothic interior and stunning stained glass.
There are many great restaurants, cafes and bars and the award winning Chester Zoo is also a must see for families. Very varied and well cared for animals and immersive attractions.
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Chester
Chester was founded as a Roman fortress in the 1st century A.D. It's known for its extensive Roman walls made of local red sandstone. In the old city, the Rows is a shopping district distinguished by 2-level covered arcades and Tudor-style half-timber buildings. Walk up and under the Eastgate clock tower for a view over the street. A Roman amphitheatre, lies just outside the old city's walls, near the park. You can even have a full clad Roman soldier as a tour guide.
Walk down to the river, soak up the atmosphere and grab a pedalo or rowing boat if feeling adventurous. Cheshire ice cream is essential on sunny days!
The Cathedral is very impressive with high vaulted gothic interior and stunning stained glass.
There are many great restaurants, cafes and bars and the award winning Chester Zoo is also a must see for families. Very varied and well cared for animals and immersive attractions.
Zoom over Penrhyn Quarry on Europe's longest zip line and the fastest zip line in the world! Includes historical tour of quarry (once the largest slate quarry in the world) and a decent of 1,500ft and mile long zip line back to to the start. Two zip zip lines on this site however, there are four at the Blaenau Ffestiniog site.
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Zip World Penrhyn Carrière
Zoom over Penrhyn Quarry on Europe's longest zip line and the fastest zip line in the world! Includes historical tour of quarry (once the largest slate quarry in the world) and a decent of 1,500ft and mile long zip line back to to the start. Two zip zip lines on this site however, there are four at the Blaenau Ffestiniog site.
Jump and slide your way through the disused mine on the best playground ever! Trampolines, slides and amazing activities are suspended in this old mine. Great, tiring fun for the kids ... and grown ups alike!
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Zip World Bounce Below
Jump and slide your way through the disused mine on the best playground ever! Trampolines, slides and amazing activities are suspended in this old mine. Great, tiring fun for the kids ... and grown ups alike!
Walk a section of the historical Offa's Dyke path which is right by our property! Enjoy the stunning Welsh scenery and get a well earned dinner and drink at the pub after!
Offa’s Dyke Path is a 177 mile (285 Km) long walking trail. It is named after, and often follows, the spectacular Dyke King Offa ordered to be constructed in the 8th century, probably to divide his Kingdom of Mercia from rival kingdoms in what is now Wales
The Trail, which was opened in the summer of 1971, links Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstow on the banks of the Severn estuary with the coastal town of Prestatyn on the shores of the Irish sea. It passes through no less than eight different counties and crosses the border between England and Wales over 20 times!
Offa's Dyke Path
Offa's Dyke PathWalk a section of the historical Offa's Dyke path which is right by our property! Enjoy the stunning Welsh scenery and get a well earned dinner and drink at the pub after!
Offa’s Dyke Path is a 177 mile (285 Km) long walking trail. It is named after, and often follows, the spectacular Dyke King Offa ordered to be constructed in the 8th century, probably to divide his Kingdom of Mercia from rival kingdoms in what is now Wales
The Trail, which was opened in the summer of 1971, links Sedbury Cliffs near Chepstow on the banks of the Severn estuary with the coastal town of Prestatyn on the shores of the Irish sea. It passes through no less than eight different counties and crosses the border between England and Wales over 20 times!
Nestled in the hillside, Dyserth Waterfall is a lovely nearby spot.
A trail leads over & behind this waterfall, surrounded by a picnic area, seasonal cafe & restrooms. The River Ffyddion, a tributary of the River Clwyd, falls down a 70-foot ledge creating the waterfall.
A five minute drive from our barn or enjoyable short walk, then pop over the road to the New Inn for refreshments!
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Chute d'eau Rhaeadr Dyserth
Waterfall RoadNestled in the hillside, Dyserth Waterfall is a lovely nearby spot.
A trail leads over & behind this waterfall, surrounded by a picnic area, seasonal cafe & restrooms. The River Ffyddion, a tributary of the River Clwyd, falls down a 70-foot ledge creating the waterfall.
A five minute drive from our barn or enjoyable short walk, then pop over the road to the New Inn for refreshments!
This beautiful seaside resort is a wonderful place to explore. With shops, cafes and a beach with it's very own pier!
Walk around or take the tram to the summit of the Great Orme—you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking views of Llandudno and Conwy estuary on the other side. Look out for seals on the rocks below! On your way up, stop at the Great Orme Copper Mine for a fascinating look at how copper was mined 3,000 years ago.
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Llandudno
This beautiful seaside resort is a wonderful place to explore. With shops, cafes and a beach with it's very own pier!
Walk around or take the tram to the summit of the Great Orme—you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking views of Llandudno and Conwy estuary on the other side. Look out for seals on the rocks below! On your way up, stop at the Great Orme Copper Mine for a fascinating look at how copper was mined 3,000 years ago.
This magical setting has a distinctly Alpine feel enhanced by the dense Gwydyr Forest surrounding Betws-y-Coed. Dip your toes in the chilly river running through the town!
There are many cafes and pubs. Browse the independent shops retailing in crafts, clothing, gifts, and local homemade produce. Visit our collection of outdoor gear shops and art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists.
Breathe the fresh air; enjoy walking one of the many trails around the village, bike on a huge range or mountain biking trails, take in the history and culture of one of North Wales' many castles and take on the challenge hiking in the mountains and seeing the splendor of Snowdonia's natural beauty.
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Betws-y-Coed
This magical setting has a distinctly Alpine feel enhanced by the dense Gwydyr Forest surrounding Betws-y-Coed. Dip your toes in the chilly river running through the town!
There are many cafes and pubs. Browse the independent shops retailing in crafts, clothing, gifts, and local homemade produce. Visit our collection of outdoor gear shops and art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists.
Breathe the fresh air; enjoy walking one of the many trails around the village, bike on a huge range or mountain biking trails, take in the history and culture of one of North Wales' many castles and take on the challenge hiking in the mountains and seeing the splendor of Snowdonia's natural beauty.
Marsh Tracks is an award winning new and exciting venture in Rhyl, North Wales. It comprises of a 1.3 km closed circuit road cycling track and a national standard BMX race track featuring a Bensink start gate (exactly the same as the 2012 Olympic BMX track) and challenging jumps and berms. In addition to these two tracks a third brand new mountain bike track has recently been opened allowing people to test their skills!
Marsh Tracks
Marsh RoadMarsh Tracks is an award winning new and exciting venture in Rhyl, North Wales. It comprises of a 1.3 km closed circuit road cycling track and a national standard BMX race track featuring a Bensink start gate (exactly the same as the 2012 Olympic BMX track) and challenging jumps and berms. In addition to these two tracks a third brand new mountain bike track has recently been opened allowing people to test their skills!
From the minute you cross one of the bridges you’ll see stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages that are just waiting to be explored. Most notably the Menai Suspension Bridge, built in 1826 by Thomas Telford is a great way to cross the Menai Straight! (Fun rib rides are also available in this stretch of water!)
Miles of scenic walks on the on the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path and cycle paths await you, as do some of the best water based activities.
Much of our coastline has been declared an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), and come rain or shine our fabulous beaches offer something for everyone – vast stretches of sand, safe swimming for the kids and windswept bays where a bracing walk and rock pooling are the call of the day.
There are many gorgeous lighthouses and great pubs and restaurants to enjoy after enjoying the outdoors!
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Anglesey
From the minute you cross one of the bridges you’ll see stunning landscapes, unspoilt coastlines and picturesque towns and villages that are just waiting to be explored. Most notably the Menai Suspension Bridge, built in 1826 by Thomas Telford is a great way to cross the Menai Straight! (Fun rib rides are also available in this stretch of water!)
Miles of scenic walks on the on the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path and cycle paths await you, as do some of the best water based activities.
Much of our coastline has been declared an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), and come rain or shine our fabulous beaches offer something for everyone – vast stretches of sand, safe swimming for the kids and windswept bays where a bracing walk and rock pooling are the call of the day.
There are many gorgeous lighthouses and great pubs and restaurants to enjoy after enjoying the outdoors!
The market town of Holywell takes its name from the St Winefride's Well, a holy well surrounded by a chapel. The well has been known since at least the Roman period. It has been a site of Christian pilgrimage since about 660, dedicated to Saint Winefride who, according to legend, was beheaded there by Caradog who attempted to attack her. The well is one of the Seven Wonders of Wales and the town bills itself as The Lourdes of Wales. Many pilgrims from all over the world continue to visit Holywell and the Well.
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park is a 70-acre country park near Holywell. It is well known for its woodland, reservoirs, ancient monuments, rich industrial past and its factories which played a big part in the Industrial Revolution.
Basingwerk Abbey is a Grade I listed ruined abbey near Holywell. The abbey, which was founded in the 12th century, belonged to the Order of Cistercians. The abbey was abandoned and its assets sold following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1536.
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Holywell
The market town of Holywell takes its name from the St Winefride's Well, a holy well surrounded by a chapel. The well has been known since at least the Roman period. It has been a site of Christian pilgrimage since about 660, dedicated to Saint Winefride who, according to legend, was beheaded there by Caradog who attempted to attack her. The well is one of the Seven Wonders of Wales and the town bills itself as The Lourdes of Wales. Many pilgrims from all over the world continue to visit Holywell and the Well.
Greenfield Valley Heritage Park is a 70-acre country park near Holywell. It is well known for its woodland, reservoirs, ancient monuments, rich industrial past and its factories which played a big part in the Industrial Revolution.
Basingwerk Abbey is a Grade I listed ruined abbey near Holywell. The abbey, which was founded in the 12th century, belonged to the Order of Cistercians. The abbey was abandoned and its assets sold following the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1536.