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Gypsy Wood

We’re a must North Wales attraction for all animal, train, nature and fairy lovers - There’s lots to do and see for the whole family… Gypsy Wood is an enchanting outdoor attraction for the whole family and is situated in the foothills of Snowdonia, North Wales. Set in 20 acres of natural beauty, visit us and discover one of Wales’s best kept outdoor secrets. Gypsy Wood – a magical fantasy land….. Enjoy the park’s magical fantasy land – explore the wood and find the fairies and make a wish.

• Attraction Name:
  Gypsy Wood
• Location:
  Bontnewydd, Caernarfon
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Snowdonia Sport Car Hire

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  Snowdonia Sport Car Hire
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Go Ape

We’re the UK’s no.1 forest adventure with 27 adventures UK wide. It started with our classic ‘tree top adventure’ and now we’re branching out. You can now get off the beaten track on our ‘forest segways’, enjoy our ‘Junior Tree Top Adventure’ or get on our bikes in one of the UK’s most beautiful forests. Our tree top adventure uses a unique Go Ape recipe; Breathtaking scenery; smattering of tree-top wires, crossings & wind-in-your-face zip wires; finished off with a dose of people in search of their inner Tarzan. We kit people out, give them a safety briefing and training and let them out into the forest canopy, free to swing in the trees. Of course, instructors are always on hand. The result is spectacular. We have adventures all over the country for you to enjoy and we’ve put together a whole heap of frequently asked questions, so you can see what it’s all about. Oh and if you want to bring your whole tribe, our events team can organise an unforgettable team building event for 15 – 280 people. Our forest doors open from February – November. It varies from adventure to adventure so it’s best to check where you want to Go Ape? It’s the forest adventure that everyone is talking about!

• Attraction Name:
  Go Ape
• Location:
  Coed Y Brenin, Dolgellau LL40 2HZ
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Llangollen Climbing

Llangollen Climbing Centre is the only purpose-built indoor facility in the centre of Llangollen (in fact in the whole of the Dee Valley!), offering almost 1800ft2 of bouldering and roped climbing. We have slabs, overhangs, vertical walls, arêtes - just about every surface you could possibly want to climb on! Our routes will encompass a wide range of grades from 3 to 7a, to provide challenging and interesting climbing for all abilities. We offer a variety of courses and coaching options, from beginners courses to advanced technique workshops, skills masterclasses and private tuition, as well as children's and young people's development courses and birthday parties.

• Attraction Name:
  Llangollen Climbing
• Location:
  Llangollen Climbing Centre, ProAdventure, LL20 8PW
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TT Adventure

Tree Top Adventure will create an adventure experience that participants will always remember. This will be achieved by providing an exemplary service and creating a physical and emotional experience, leaving participants feeling they must come back for more

• Attraction Name:
  TT Adventure
• Location:
  Betws y Coed, Conwy County, LL24 0HA
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National Slate Museum

The former Oil Store, beyond the Engineer’s House, today houses a remarkable 3-D presentation - To Steal a Mountain. Harnessing the latest 21st century technology, it tells the story of the quarry’s development as pictures, words and music combine in a fascinating introduction to the quarryman’s world. People have been quarrying slate in north Wales for over 1,800 years. Slates were used to build parts of the Roman fort in Segontium in Caernarfon, and in Edward I's castle at Conwy. But it was with the dawn of the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century that the slate industry really took off. As small villages such as Manchester exploded into large towns and then cities with the coming of mills and factories, there was an enormous demand for slates to roof the long terraces of houses built as homes for the workers – as well as the foundries and factories themselves. In 1787 the ‘Great New Quarry’ of Dinorwig was opened on the slopes between the present village of Dinorwig and Llyn Peris. By the 1870s Dinorwig quarry employed over 3,000 men. Slate had become one of Wales's most important industries. Wales produced over four-fifths of all British slates in this period, with Caernarfonshire the biggest producer among all Welsh counties. In 1882 the county's quarries produced over 280,000 tons of finished roofing slates, and in 1898 the slate trade in Wales as a whole reached its peak with 17,000 men producing 485,000 tons of slate. It’s a story full of hope and magic as well as sadness and poverty. There are regular showings of the To Steal a Mountain presentation in Welsh, French and German as well as English. Find out more about quarry life and the history of Dinorwig including a slate industry timeline.

• Attraction Name:
  National Slate Museum
• Location:
  National Slate Museum, Llanberis, LL55 4TY
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Bwlch Nant yr Arian

Bwlch Nant yr Arian Forest Centre is a little piece of heaven in the Cambrian Mountains. From scenic walks and world class mountain biking to adventure play areas and Animal Puzzle Trail. Red Kites are fed daily, and can be viewed from the café with a breathtaking lakeside view.

• Attraction Name:
  Bwlch Nant yr Arian
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Y Den

The Den is an indoor play centre suitable for children under the age of 12 or a height of 4"9.

• Attraction Name:
  Y Den
• Location:
  Y Den, Llanberis LL55 4UR
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Meirion Mill

Ensconced among the breathtaking mountains of Mid Wales, Meirion Mill has become a welcome sight for travellers from the world over; visitors have been enamoured with the tranquillity and natural beauty of the area. Specialising in a range of products, from clothing to soft furnishings and home wares, our spacious shop has an extensive choice of original products.

• Attraction Name:
  Meirion Mill
• Location:
  Meirion Mill, Dinas Mawddwy, Powys. SY209LS
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ProAdventure

Surrounded by mountains, framed by crags and with a classic white-water river running through the town centre, it is the festival capital of Wales with music, hot air ballooning and adventure festivals and much more! Our family freindly centre and staff are here to cater for your every requirement. We will ensure that youngest to the oldest member of your family feels looked after, challenged and helped. Each activity can be run at multi levels to enable all ability levels to be catered for.

• Attraction Name:
  ProAdventure
• Location:
  Pro Adventure Activities Ltd, Paarade St, Llangollen, LL20 8PW
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ProAdventure

Surrounded by mountains, framed by crags and with a classic white-water river running through the town centre, it is the festival capital of Wales with music, hot air ballooning and adventure festivals and much more! Our family freindly centre and staff are here to cater for your every requirement. We will ensure that youngest to the oldest member of your family feels looked after, challenged and helped. Each activity can be run at multi levels to enable all ability levels to be catered for.

• Attraction Name:
  ProAdventure
• Location:
  Pro Adventure Activities Ltd, Paarade St, Llangollen, LL20 8PW
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ProAdventure

Surrounded by mountains, framed by crags and with a classic white-water river running through the town centre, it is the festival capital of Wales with music, hot air ballooning and adventure festivals and much more! Our family freindly centre and staff are here to cater for your every requirement. We will ensure that youngest to the oldest member of your family feels looked after, challenged and helped. Each activity can be run at multi levels to enable all ability levels to be catered for.

• Attraction Name:
  ProAdventure
• Location:
  Pro Adventure Activities Ltd, Paarade St, Llangollen, LL20 8PW
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Springs Spa, Denbigh

Springs Spa has established an enviable reputation for providing exceptional levels of service in a traditional setting within the heart of the Vale of Clwyd.

This  luxury Spa offers a world of tranquility where you can leave all your stresses behind.

Offering services to include health & fitness, hair & beauty and spa day packages to pamper your every need. This beautiful day spa has been created in a Grade II listed building in a parkland setting within easy reach of North Wales, Snowdonia, Wrexham and Chester and is situated on the main road between the market towns of Denbigh and Ruthin.

Springs is the perfect luxury Spa to escape and indulge yourself with:

• Spa Days
• Spa Hydrotherapy Pool
• Thermal suite, Aromatherapy Steam Room & Sauna
• Fitness Suite with Technogym Wellness System
• Decleor Beauty Treatments
• Jessica Nail System and Biosculpture Gel Nails
• Bare Escentuals Make- up
• Caci Non Surgical Cosmetic Treatments
• Wella Professional Hair Salon

Take a journey - be yourself again.

• Attraction Name:
  Springs Spa, Denbigh
• Location:
  The Coach House Stable Yard Llanrhaeadr Denbighshire LL16 4NL
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Events North Wales

Your guide to this year's Rural Events

• Attraction Name:
  Events North Wales
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Bala Sailing Club

Bala Sailing Club is set at the north-east end of Bala Lake giving easy access to the largest & possibly the most picturesque sailing water in Wales. Predominantly south-westerly winds provide excellent sailing conditions & the well equipped clubhouse, bespoke training and race control facilities make Bala one of the most popular sailing venues in the UK. The club is family oriented & offers a wide range of facilities to members & visitors alike. Regular club racing & open events go hand in hand with a more leisurely cruising section for those who simply want to enjoy the lake & beautiful surroundings. The magnificent views from the clubhouse & sun terrace can be supplemented with drinks from a well stocked bar or hot & cold food & drinks from the professionally run galley.

• Attraction Name:
  Bala Sailing Club
• Location:
  LL23 7BS
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Rhug Estate - Organic Farm

In this section you can find out more about the agricultural and residential property on the estate, read about its history and the kinds of services we operate. These include commercial and private storage, timber production and farm lettings. The Rhug Estate in Denbighshire is the main estate and home to the head office of the Newborough Estates, which include Peplow in Shropshire and Glynllifon in Gwynedd. The Rhug Estate covers 12,500 acres extending from Gwyddelwern in the north, Carrog to the east, Cynwyd to the south and Maerdy to the west. The 2,500 acre inhand organic farm is the geographical core of the estate along with Rûg Mansion the main residence. The remainder of the estate has about 170 tenancies including: let farms, in hand and let forestry, let cottages, commercial premises and storage, traditional sporting including shooting and fishing, modern sports such as rally car driving, gorge walking, mountain biking, canoeing and public events. The aim of the estate is to continue to improve its broad property portfolio by ongoing reinvestment into the estate allowing it to grow its asset value.

• Attraction Name:
  Rhug Estate - Organic Farm
• Location:
  LL21 0EH
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Moma Cymru

The Tabernacle was converted in the mid-1980s from a Wesleyan chapel into a centre for the performing arts. Since then MOMA WALES has grown up alongside it in four beautiful exhibition spaces. Throughout the year MOMA WALES shows Modern Welsh Art, featuring leading artists from Wales, works from the growing Tabernacle Collection, and in August selected entries from the Tabernacle Art Competition. Many of the works of art are for sale. The Auditorium of The Tabernacle has perfect acoustics and pitch-pine pews to seat 350 people. It is ideal for chamber and choral music, drama, lectures and conferences. A fine Steinway grand piano has been purchased. Translation booths, recording facilities and a cinema-screen have been installed; the oak-beamed Foyer has a bar; and extensive access for the disabled has been made possible by a lift. The Machynlleth Festival takes place in the Auditorium in late August every year. During the week eminent performers take part in a wide range of events, from choral singing and jazz to chamber music and poetry readings. Special features are the Hallstatt Lecture on some aspect of Celtic culture and the Glyndŵr Award for an Outstanding Contribution to the Arts in Wales. For the rest of the year the centre can be hired for performances, rehearsals and gatherings. Tŷ Llyfnant houses music teaching rooms and an art studio while the Green Room doubles as a lecture room where Lifelong Learning classes are held. Superb self-catering accommodation for up to four people can be found at walking distance in the New Barn within Royal House.

• Attraction Name:
  Moma Cymru
• Location:
  SY208AJ
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Glassblobbery

We have all sorts of handmade glass sculptures including glass animals, glass flowers, glass dragons and other glass sea creatures all bespoke and lovingly hand made at our studio. In addition to our handmade glass sculptures we also produce jewellery, ceramics and other work on show by other artists and craftsmen using other materials. Wooden tree sculpture, slate wine racks, and metal sculptures, ideal mothers day gifts! If you want to see glass being worked while visiting it is best to ring 01490 460440 for times of demonstrations. We are always pleased to welcome individual and group visitors. We have handmade glass sculptures and other hand crafted gifts for all occasions including wedding favours, birthdays, commemorative gifts, trophies, corporate gifts and mothers day gifts. Unique commission pieces and other items have been made on request. If there is something not shown on line please drop us an email, we may have an image in our library which we could send to you. The demonstrations of flame working take place in our downstairs workshop area. Some of the things you can see being made are:- Handmade Glass Sculptures Glass Flowers Glass Dragons Mothers Day Gifts Glass Birds Glass Animals

• Attraction Name:
  Glassblobbery
• Location:
  LL21 OHA
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Coarse Fishing - Gro Fishing

Llyn y Gro is situated near to the village of Sarnau on the A494, some 3-4 miles north of the picturesque Welsh market town of Bala in the Snowdonia National Park. Llyn y Gro is the epitomy of scenic, peaceful and enjoyable coarse fishing. The lakes are lined with reeds/rushes as well as a few willow trees; the banks are flat and easy (except for the north bank, which is out of bounds) and there are a few “patches” of water weed, lily pads as well as 5 floating islands and 2 "bank" islands on lake 1 that make interesting features.

• Attraction Name:
  Coarse Fishing - Gro Fishing
• Location:
  Sarnau, Bala, Gwynedd
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CADW

Cadw is a Welsh word which means 'to keep'. Cadw is the Welsh Assembly Government's historic environment division. We aim to protect and sustain encourage community engagement in improve access to the historic environment of Wales. This includes historic buildings, ancient monuments, historic parks, gardens and landscapes, and underwater archaeology.

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  CADW
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Welsh Mountain Zoo

Set in North Wales, high above Colwyn Bay with panoramic views and breathtaking scenery, beautiful gardens are home to our caring conservation zoo. Roam the wooded pathways, relax on the grassy slopes and spend a lovely day learning about many rare and endangered species from Britain and around the world including Snow Leopards, Chimpanzees, Red Pandas and Sumatran Tigers! Enjoy our Penguin Parade, Chimp Encounter, Bear Falls, Condor Haven and the Children's Farm plus much more. Visit the 'Sealions Rock' and watch our Californian Sealions being trained. Enjoy the exciting and extensive Jungle Adventureland and Tarzan Trail Adventure Playground. For the more technically inclined, visit our Media Centre, where you can do a virtual tour of the Zoo and play some great educational games. Don't miss the things that make us ZOONIQUE!

• Attraction Name:
  Welsh Mountain Zoo
• Location:
  LL28 5UY
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Chester Zoo

Every visit to Chester Zoo is a unique and exciting experience. The UK’s number one Zoo, close to the historic city of Chester, is set in 110 acres of award-winning gardens. In this spectacular setting are over 7000 animals – more than 400 species of rare, exotic and endangered wildlife. We have created world class exhibits, which provide excellent welfare for the animals and an engaging experience for our 1.4 million visitors. Chester Zoo’s gardens are deservedly famous and provide a glorious backdrop to the animals. With plants from around the world, the gardens reflect the natural habitats of some of our most exotic species. Our play areas are spread around the Zoo to give the children the chance to burn off some of that energy. Mums and dads can have a well earned rest whilst the children are running, jumping and climbing in the play areas. If you want to join in why don’t you try out our golf course or boating lake?

• Attraction Name:
  Chester Zoo
• Location:
  CH2 1LH
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Corris Mine Explorers

This rare opportunity takes you into the vast underground caverns of the disused mines and way back to 1836 when the mines were first worked.See the machinery and miners' tools, their candles and even a packet of cigarettes. It feels as if the miners have just gone with lots of things they left behind still in place. Underground explorers inspecting a winch in the slate mine Your guide will help you to discover the old Braich Goch Mine and give you a real insight into the tough working conditions endured by our forefathers. This is a part of our heritage and a truly authentic Welsh experience. Definitely not to be missed.

• Attraction Name:
  Corris Mine Explorers
• Location:
  SY209RF
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Snowdonia - The Attractions - Visitor’s Guide

There are pleanty of ideas for super days out for all the family.

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  Snowdonia - The Attractions - Visitor’s Guide
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Centre for Alternative Technology - CATS

What do we do?

We offer solutions to some of the most serious challenges facing our planet and the human race, such as climate change, pollution and the waste of precious resources.

We demonstrate practical ways of addressing these problems. Leading by example, we aim to show that living more sustainably is not only easy to attain but can provide a better quality of life.

Averting a massive environmental disaster is not out of our reach, although if we continue to treat the early signs with apathy, it soon will be.

• Attraction Name:
  Centre for Alternative Technology - CATS
• Location:
  SY20 9AZ,
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The National Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru

The National Library of Wales holds a vast array of different materials within our collections, from books, periodicals and newspapers to manuscripts, maps, photographs, paintings, archives, films, CDs and electronic resources. We also hold a huge collection of materials relating to Wales and the Celtic Nations.

• Attraction Name:
  The National Library of Wales / Llyfrgell Genedlaethol Cymru
• Location:
  SY23 3BU
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Inigo Jones Slateworks

Inigo Jones Slate Works was founded in 1861 primarily to produce school writing slates. Today the company produces architectural memorial craft products and garden products from natural welsh slate. The company specialises in producing engraved slate nameplates and plaques which are all made to order. By popular demand Inigo Jones now offers a self guided tour of the Works which gives an insight into the prefabrication process. Inigo Jones is now also a major tourist attraction that is open daily all year including weekends. The tour of the Works was introduced in the early 1980's by popular demand. It is a self guided tour and is both educational and fun. There is an introductory video presentation, after which you can wander through the work shops at your own pace and view the machines and craftsmen in action, accompanied by your own personal taped commentary. There are also Geological, Historical, Calligraphy and Letter Cutting Exhibitions. Try your hand at calligraphy and engrave on a piece of slate that you get to keep. Children can also compete in our quiz to win a slate prize. The new showroom has a wide variety of the company's slate craft products as well as other craft products of a Celtic and Welsh theme. Our Welsh Rock Cafe , featuring the history of Welsh music right up to the present is an ideal venue to relax with a drink and a bite after what we are sure will be an enjoyable and fulfilling visit. Opening Hours Workshops, Showroom and Cafe open daily including weekends from 9am to 5pm except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

• Attraction Name:
  Inigo Jones Slateworks
• Location:
  LL54 7UE
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Glasfryn Activities & Bowling Centre

Come and enjoy a great family day out in North Wales and try the many activities on offer at Glasfryn Activity Parc, Bowling Centre and Cable Wakeparc located near Pwllheli in the heart of the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales. Whether you decide to take the challenge of the GO-KARTING circuit, the QUAD BIKE SAFARI or try your hand at WAKEBOARDING, TEN-PIN BOWLING, or ARCHERY, we offer the ideal family day out for everyone aged from three years up…just don’t forget your camera! And don’t forget our SOFT PLAY CENTRE which is just bursting with fun and activities and DINING ROOM and CAFE serving delicious home cooked meals from 9am – 9pm. FARM SHOP At Glasfryn Parc we have our very own award-winning Farm Shop. SIOP FFERM GLASFRYN sells farm-raised Welsh Black Beef, lamb and game, as well as our award winning bacon - Cig Moch Pen Llyn. There is also a fine selection of pork, chicken, delicious homemade ready meals, burgers and sausages as well as local produce, cheeses, fresh vegetables and gluten free food. RESTAURANTS There are two indoor dining areas at Glasfryn Parc, as well as picnic tables outside (barbecues can be arranged for group bookings). JC's Cafe is open from 9am and serves a range of home-made snacks, meals, hot and cold drinks and cakes. There is also a sound-proofed dining room behind the ten pin bowling centre serving food until 9pm, although the licensed bar and ten pin bowling is open until late. The ideal Christmas Party venue. We are very family-friendly and children are welcome....we have a special children's menu and high chairs. FREE Soft Play for evening diners. Glasfryn Activity Park, Bowling Centre and Cable Wakepark is conveniently sited on the A499 just four miles outside of Pwllheli on the way to Caernarfon….just look out for the flags.

• Attraction Name:
  Glasfryn Activities & Bowling Centre
• Location:
  LL53 6PG
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Castles….and more Castles!!!

Cadw is a Welsh word which means 'to keep'. Cadw is the Welsh Assembly Government's historic environment division. We aim to protect and sustain encourage community engagement in improve access to the historic environment of Wales. This includes historic buildings, ancient monuments, historic parks, gardens and landscapes, and underwater archaeology.

• Attraction Name:
  Castles….and more Castles!!!
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Green Wood Forest Park /  Gelli Gyffwdd

GreenWood Forest Park is an award winning attraction which was set up in 1993 by Stephen and Andrea Bristow. It is visited by a growing number of people each year. There is plenty for everyone, and you may find yourself staying all day helped by our friendly and enthusiastic staff. •Free car parking. •Coaches welcome by prior arrangement. •Gift shops, cafe and snack bars. •Toilet & baby changing facilities. •Wheelchair access to buildings, toilets and some woodland paths. •Dogs on leads welcome. GreenWood is a Quality Assured Visitor Attraction and is inspected every twelve months by Visit Wales to ensure that facilities at the Park meet the high standards required. We are pleased to say that GreenWood has received its accreditation once again this year. Green Dragon is a manageable way of achieving a recognised Environmental Management System (EMS). It is a documented way of proving that you are protecting the environment. Environmentally aware businesses and organisations are awarded different levels according to their policies and GreenWood has acheived Level 2.

• Attraction Name:
  Green Wood Forest Park /  Gelli Gyffwdd
• Location:
  LL56 4QN
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Sygun

Sygun Copper Mine is a family attraction situated in the heart of the snowdonia national park. Sygun Copper Mine is one of the wonders of Wales - a remarkable and impressive example of how our precious industrial heritage can be reclaimed, restored and transformed into an outstanding family attraction. The mine, a unique modern day reminder of 19th century methods of ore extraction and processing, is situated in the glorious Gwynant Valley - the heart of the stunning Snowdonia National Park. This is a wonderland of spectacular mountain scenery, trees, rivers and lakes dominated by Snowdon, the highest peak in the country of the legendary red dragon.

• Attraction Name:
  Sygun
• Location:
  LL55 4NE
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Electric Mountain

First Hydro Company is one of the UK's most dynamic electricity generators, responsible for the management and operation of the pumped storage plants at Dinorwig and Ffestiniog in the Snowdonia region of Wales. First Hydro is owned by a joint venture of International Power plc and Mitsui & Co. Ltd. The task of scheduling First Hydro Company's power stations, and managing the associated sales of power and ancillary services falls to its trading team. Set against a magnificent backdrop of the towering mountains and the magnificent scenery of Snowdonia, Electric Mountain is First Hydro Company's Visitor centre in Llanberis. Its split level layout contains a gift shop and café and is the starting point for the tour of Dinorwig Power Station. Admission to the visitor centre is free, there is a charge for the hour long tour of Dinorwig Power Station.

• Attraction Name:
  Electric Mountain
• Location:
  LL55 4UR
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Tonnau

Tonnau Art Gallery can be found in the centre of the old market town of Pwllheli, which is a seaside port in north-western Wales dating back at least 800 years. It was natural for Llio Meirion and Myrddin ap Dafydd the owners to give a ‘sea theme’ to the gallery when opening its doors for the first time in 2006. At Tonnau you will always find a broad range of contemporary work – original paintings, textiles, photographs, greeting cards, and jewellery. Our aim is to make high quality Welsh creative talents accessible to all, making that experience as enjoyable and attractive as possible. Tonnau is located in a traditional long building in Penlan Street, Pwllheli (which used to be a paint shop and a woollen mill), with plenty of well lit exhibiting space. With groups of four artists presenting new exhibitions which are changed three times a year, there is always something new to enjoy at Tonnau regularly. A Tea Room at the back of the building ensures that every visit is a relaxing experience. Many of the artists on our books accept commissions –therefore if you cannot find exactly what you are looking for at the gallery, ask a member of staff about commission work. You can purchase many items on our Online Shop, but if you can call in, we hope you will enjoy the friendly and informal atmosphere

• Attraction Name:
  Tonnau
• Location:
  LL53 5DE
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Canolfan Hamdden Y Bala Leisure Centre

Penllyn Leisure Centre Opening Hours Monday 10:00 - 21:00 Tuesday 10:00 - 21:00 Wednesday 21:00 - 20:00 Thursday 21:00 - 21:00 Friday 11:30 - 19:30 Saturday 10:00 - 15:00 Sunday 10:00 - 15:00 Facilities at the centre Swimming pool, with water slide Sports hall (4 badminton courts) Sauna Fitness room Conference room Cafe.

• Attraction Name:
  Canolfan Hamdden Y Bala Leisure Centre
• Location:
  LL23 7SR
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Clwb Golff Y Bala Golf Club

This 10-hole course is laid out on a plateau nearly 1000 feet above sea level. As a result, the least impressionable of players will be enthusiastic about the view obtained from various parts of the course, as it commands wide sweeps of picturesque countryside embracing the Arenig Range to the North, the Aran Range to the South West with the Berwyn Range running West to East. Immediately below the course is the famed and beautiful Llyn Tegid, the largest natural lake in the Principality like a jewel in the Valley from which emerges the famous River Dee. We look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful corner of the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales for great views, atmosphere and of course great Golf! •Full playing membership available •4-month summer membership •S.S.S. 64 •Pay and Play •Special Rates •Putting Green •Equipment available for hire •Open Week during summer •Golf Shop •Bar •Regular social functions•Snooker and Pool tables•Light refreshments available•Large Car ParkBala Golf Club Penlan Bala Gwynedd LL23 7YD

• Attraction Name:
  Clwb Golff Y Bala Golf Club
• Location:
  LL23 7YD
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Llechwedd Slate Caverns

The search for slate at Llechwedd took J.W.Greaves to the brink of financial disaster. In 1849, having already spent £25,000 on his exploration of Llechwedd land, the banks refused to lend him anymore money with which to pay his men. Luckily for Greaves a handful of loyal men who shared his faith in the presence of slate continued working without pay and a few weeks later they were rewarded with the discovery of the now-famous ‘Old Merioneth Vein’. Five lucrative slate beds were discovered sandwiched between hard layers of chert running diagonally down from the surface. It was this 30 degree angle of the slate bed that meant the slate miners created the impressive caverns that you can visit today. A skilled slate miner would be able to use the hard chert to form the roof of a chamber and leave enough slate as supporting pillars between chambers. Once the slate had been dressed in the slate-slabbing mills of Llechwedd they would travel down the incline that can be seen from the Victorian Village to the Ffestiniog Railway. Here they were transported to Porthmadog and Greaves’ personal wharf for shipping far and wide. Llechwedd Slate Caverns as you see it today was opened to the public in 1972 but mining operations still take place to this day by Greaves Welsh Slate Company Ltd.

• Attraction Name:
  Llechwedd Slate Caverns
• Location:
  LL41 3NB
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Shell Island

Shell Island has three bathing beaches. Two small bathing beaches that are only available when the tide is out and the main Bathing beach at the south end of the 'Island' that runs for 6 miles down to Barmouth. The South bathing beach is backed by some of the tallest sand dunes in Wales. The North beach is known as the dinghy beach as it is possible to launch small dinghies from it. The small central beach is the quietest and nestles amongst the rocky foreshore unnoticed by most people. In high summer these bathing beaches are probably the most popular private beaches along the coast. The shell beach runs for most of the length of the 'Island'. The rocky foreshore helps to retain the shells from being washed further along. The Estuary is a varied beach made up of mudflats, marsh, and streams. It becomes a popular place for children to explore. Fishermen, find bait. Ornithologists discover the area is rich in bird life. When the tide is up in the Estuary is ideal for sailboards, canoes and dinghies

• Attraction Name:
  Shell Island
• Location:
  LL45 2PJ
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Caerau Uchaf

Caerau Uchaf has the highest private garden open to the public in North Wales at over 1000 ft. The Gardens were started in 1994 and are being added to all of the time. They are owned by Toby and Stephanie Hickish of Summers Gardens Ltd. an award winning Garden Design and Landscaping Company, always happy to give advice or talk to keen gardeners. "We build Show Gardens at RHS Shows at Tatton Park or Hampton Court Palace. The advantage of this is that we are able to salvage plants and structures from these gardens to use ourselves. The gardens have developed quite quickly with some interesting collections of plants as a result of this and the huge advantage of having a construction team on tap!" The Café is manned during the peak seasons and informally at all other times. We offer Teas, Homemade Cakes and Pastries and also a home cooked Lunchtime menu in the main season. We have a small Nursery and aim to increase Plant Sales and gifts over the coming year.

• Attraction Name:
  Caerau Uchaf
• Location:
  LL23 7LG
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Bwlch Gwyn Pony Trecking Centre

Bwlchgwyn Farm Pony Trekking Centre is a family run business, established in 1957. Bwlchgwyn has a good selection of horses and ponies suitable for persons of all ages and abilities. Our Trekking Centre offers one or two hourly treks each day to meet all customer needs. Experienced, friendly and competant staff accompany all the treks. Non riders as well as experienced riders are very welcome as no previous experience is necessary. Safety hats are provided free of charge and are up to date with the British and European standards.

• Attraction Name:
  Bwlch Gwyn Pony Trecking Centre
• Location:
  LL39 1BX
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Portmeirion

What is Portmeirion? Portmeirion was built to show how you could develop a naturally beautiful setting without spoiling it and that with sufficient skill and care architectural good manners can actually enhance the natural environment. Portmeirion is a hotel resort and a popular visitor attraction located on the coast of Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd

• Attraction Name:
  Portmeirion
• Location:
  LL48 6ER
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The Bodnant Garden Centre

Bodnant Garden (which is owned by the National Trust) is one of the most spectacular and admired gardens in Britain. Bodnant Garden was voted the winner of "The National Trust Gardens Award" by National Trust members and visitors, and separately it was voted "The Favourite Garden in the Country" by Daily Telegraph readers. Highlights of the Garden include: •the grand formal Terraces facing south-west across the River Conwy to Snowdonia •the Pin Mill, an elegant Georgian building which in 1939 was moved from Gloucestershire to Bodnant Garden •the famous Laburnum Arch, a curved walk about 55 metres long covered with laburnum which produces a magnificent cascade of long yellow flowers in late May / early June •the Dell, a deep valley with numerous streams, towering trees and rhododendrons •the design of the Garden and the vast collection of plants, including four National Collections, which ensure colour and interest at all times

• Attraction Name:
  The Bodnant Garden Centre
• Location:
  LL285RE
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Park Hall

Park Hall near Oswestry in Shropshire is one of the region’s most exciting all weather family visitor attractions. With regular hands-on animal activities, two massive indoor playbarns, lots of outdoor play and driving activities there is never a dull moment for the kids. At a more sedate pace there are museums, exhibitions and beautiful countryside. The Ultimate Family Day Out

• Attraction Name:
  Park Hall
• Location:
  Park Hall Farm Enterprises SY11 4AS
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Horse Drawn Boats

Llangollen Wharf is one of the major attractions in the North Wales market town of Llangollen and is now part of a World Heritage Site. From the Wharf you can embark on either a horse drawn boat trip along the feeder for the main canal, or a motorised aqueduct cruise which takes you across the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct built by Thomas Telford. Both these trips take in the magical sights and sounds of the beautiful Llangollen Canal. Longer horse drawn trips can be arranged for large groups. At the Wharf you can browse in our gift shop or enjoy a leisurely cup of tea or coffee and home made cake in our tea room, with views over the canal and town. Lunches and cream teas can be pre-ordered for the aqueduct trips. If you would prefer to do it yourself why not hire our Day Boat.

• Attraction Name:
  Horse Drawn Boats
• Location:
  Llangollen Wharf, Wharf Hill, Llangollen, Denbighshire LL20 8TA
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King Arthur’s Labyrinth

King Arthur's Labyrinth Underground Adventure
King Arthur's Labyrinth

An Underground Storytelling Adventure in Corris, near Machynlleth in Mid Wales

"Congratulations to Jamie Clark from Bonnyrigg in Scotland, the lucky winner of our Solid Gold Welsh Dragon competition!"

Sail underground, through the great waterfall, and deep inside the spectacular caverns of the Labyrinth and far back in time. Once inside the Labyrinth, your hooded boatman guides you through tunnels and vast caverns, whilst you enjoy tales of King Arthur and other ancient Welsh legends. Stories of dragons, of giants, of battles and many more are told, complete with dramatic scenes, sound and light effects. Cool when Hot and Dry when Wet, this is the perfect all-weather attraction.

 

• Attraction Name:
  King Arthur’s Labyrinth
• Location:
  King Arthur's Labyrinth SY20 9RF
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Canolfan Tryweryn

Based near Bala, North Wales, we developed the first commercial whitewater rafting operation in the UK in 1986, and since then we have grown to become the largest and most well-respected whitewater rafting organisation in the UK. The Tryweryn is a dam released river so water is often flowing when other British rivers are dry, thus producing a unique year round whitewater venue.

• Attraction Name:
  Canolfan Tryweryn
• Location:
  Frongoch, Y Bala, Gwyned LL23 7NU
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Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid / Bala Lake Railway

Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake Railway) offers a delightful 9-mile return journey alongside Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid), through the beautiful and natural Snowdonia National Park

• Attraction Name:
  Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid / Bala Lake Railway
• Location:
  Bala Lake Railway Ltd
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Bala Adventure & Watersports

There are plenty of big outdoor companies out there to choose from but what makes ours different is our personal touch. We (Mark and Sarah Lind) are a married couple with a family of our own and manage a substantial staff team. We understand the stresses of organising family holidays and corporate events. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail and a personal relationship with the customer

• Attraction Name:
  Bala Adventure & Watersports
• Location:
  Bala Lake Foreshore, Pensarn road, Bala LL23 7SR
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Get Wet - The Adventure Company

Get Wet High Ropes, Paintball and Outdoor Adventure Get Wet provide a wide range of Outdoor Activities to suit everyone! Get wet currently has 2 public access high ropes courses and a paintball site! Situated near Bala in North Wales, we offer activities to suit everyone, so whether you are an individual or part of a group we can easily tailor activities to suit your needs. Stag Parties, Hen Parties & Birthday Parties are all catered for at Get Wet.

• Attraction Name:
  Get Wet - The Adventure Company
• Location:
  Get Wet, Coed Craig Crogen, nr Llandderfel, Gwynedd, LL21 0SY, UK.
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Canolfan Hamdden Penllyn / Penllyn Leisure Centre

Facilities at the centre Swimming pool, with water slide Sports hall (4 badminton courts) Sauna Fitness room Conference room Cafe

• Attraction Name:
  Canolfan Hamdden Penllyn / Penllyn Leisure Centre
• Location:
  Lôn Pensarn, Bala, LL23 7SR
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Adventure Mountain Ewe-phoria

On Adventure Mountain in North Wales it's not just the views that are breathtaking ... •The thrill and skill of a quad bike trek up a mountain! •Meet the shepherd and his sheepdog! There's more to discover on Adventure Mountain, so browse the website to see what you might find ... Bring the family for an adrenaline-fuelled day-out on Adventure Mountain. This exciting new tourist attraction is located between Betws-y-Coed and Llangollen in North Wales.

• Attraction Name:
  Adventure Mountain Ewe-phoria
• Location:
  Adventure Mountain,
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Neuadd Buddug - Cinema

The cinema is located at Neuadd Buddug (opposite the Police Station in Bala) Showing times: 7.30pm Friday, Saturday & Wednesday. 2.30pm Saturday Matinees for Children's films. Admission: £4.50 Adults £3.50 Concessions

• Attraction Name:
  Neuadd Buddug - Cinema
• Location:
  Neuadd Buddug, Ffordd Pensarn, Y Bala, Gwynedd. LL237SR
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Pili Palas

A day out at Pili Palas can be a magical experience for all the family whatever the weather! So come along – enter a steamy environment full of lush vegetation and waterfalls with LIVE butterflies flying all around you.

This is the magical world of Pili Palas. After your encounter with the butterflies and birds, move on to the reptile house and forget about the myths and discover the reality of the snake world. Next door at lizard land you’ll come face to face with iguana, dragons, tegu and monitor lizards from around the world. In our learning zone we have an entertaining 20 minute DVD running all day on the life cycle of the butterfly. Then we dare you to visit the tropical lair of tarantulas, scorpions, fire bellied toads and hissing cockroaches. Don’t forget pets corner where you can meet the rabbits, guinea pigs and Degus. The latest attraction at Pili Palas is our farm yard where our pygmy goats Milly, Molly and her baby Percy live happily with the peacocks and silkie hens pot-bellied pigs.

Toddlers can let off steam in our indoor play area - while older children can play on our giant Bouncy Castle or tackle our adventure playground. Kids can also have hours of fun in Lenny’s Castle in the park Don’t leave without finding all the hidden creatures on our nature trail where you will also meet our shetland ponies Maisie and Abbie with her foal Barney. At the end of the Nature Trail is our new native butterfly garden full of wild flowers to attract butterflies and moths. Our well-stocked shop has toys, gifts & books to suit all ages and the Chipmunk Café serves tempting home-made food.

If you’re lucky you might get a table by the window where you’ll be able to watch the chipmunks in their enclosure as you eat. To find out more about everything that Pili Palas has to offer please tour our site.

• Attraction Name:
  Pili Palas
• Location:
  Pili Palas Nature World, Penmynydd Road, Menai Bridge, Anglesey LL59 5RP
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