Penrhyn Bay is a quaint, traditional village in Conwy County, North Wales. While it was once considered a sleepy retirement village, it’s not one to be slept on when planning your trip to Llandudno and the surrounding areas. Adjoining the resort of Rhos-on-Sea, Penrhyn Bay offers a beautiful sand and shingle beach, with rock pools … Read more
Llandudno Junction — once known as Tremarl — is a village in the county borough of Conwy. This quaint village is doused in history as part of the ancient parish of Llangystennin, but it holds its own as a lively up-and-coming spot beside the River Conwy. As a village, Llandudno Junction grew up around a … Read more
Situated on the northern coast of Wales, Abergele is synonymous with the long sandy beaches that edge its coastline. Over many years, it has quickly become one of the most popular seaside towns in North Wales. With its innate yet quaint charm and wide outstretches of beaches, it’s easy to see why this is a … Read more
Often described as having a magical atmosphere to it, Betws-y-Coed is located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire. Situated close to the majestic Snowdon, it often draws many visitors all year round for the surrounding dramatic landscape and renowned Swallow falls. Surrounded by trees and the oasis of the Gwydyr Forest, nature is at the … Read more
Capel Curig is the historic village in the county of Caernarfonshire, nestled in the North East of Snowdonia near the Llandulas coastline. While this small village may be unknown to some, it is at the heart of the mountain biking and mountaineering community, largely due to the terrain surrounding Snowdonia and the village. In this … Read more
This seaside town in North Wales became a popular Victorian resort in the late 19th Century. It was favoured by holiday-makers for its health-giving sea air and safe bathing waters. Llanfairfechan, translated from the Welsh means “The Little Church of St. Mary”. Unusually the coastal town, lying between Penmaenmawr to its North East and Bangor … Read more
Hidden away in tranquil isolation amidst the scenic surroundings of the Machno Valley in North Wales, lies the idyllic little village of Penmachno. A fantastic base for walking, horse riding, mountain biking and other activity holidays, the area is also steeped in history and culture. Well over half of the residents speak Welsh here. Overview … Read more
The handsome and characterful market town of Llanrwst in Conwy County Borough in Wales is known as the capital of the Vale of Conwy, the valley that lies between mountainous Snowdonia and the upland moors of Hiraethog. In this scenic location, the town of Llanrwst sits on the eastern bank of the River Conwy that … Read more
On the North East coast of Wales, you’ll find Colwyn Bay, a place where you can enjoy a calming stroll on a golden sand beach, and visit some endangered animals such as red pandas and snow leopards! Yes, you heard that correctly. Aside from boasting some phenomenal beaches, Colwyn Bay is home to the National … Read more
Penmaenmawr, when translated from the Welsh, means ‘Head of the Great Stone’. The name of this town, and the mountain after which it takes its title, hint at both its landscape and history. This former quarrying town was once a Victorian-era seaside resort of choice. Overview of Penmaenmawr Located on the coastline of North Wales, … Read more