Still not quite sure if North Wales is the right staycation choice for you? Or have you already made up your mind (woohoo!) but are looking for ideas for things to do? Friend and contributor to Great Escapes Wales, Zoe, recently spent an idyllic week in our fair corner of the world. Read about her time and see…
Want to go to a festival this Summer, but not sure where? If you are free this July, why not try out the Llangollen Fringe festival in North Wales! Where is Llangollen? Llangollen is a picturesque town situated on the River Dee and surrounded by the Berwyn mountains in north-east Wales. It may be a small town, but…
July seems to be the month for celebrating all things cultural in North Wales. There’s an excellent line up of cultural festivals going on, encompassing science, music and heritage. You’d be mad to miss out, so here’s a roundup of what to look forward to: Llangollen Fringe Festival What: A diverse festival ranging from stand-up…
Pull on your walking boots and get your rucksack ready, it’s time to explore the rugged landscapes of Conwy this July. Where is Conwy? Conwy is a market town on the north coast of Wales. The town is famous for its stone walls and medieval castle, which is classed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. What is…
[slideshow_deploy id=’841′] Snowdonia National Park in North Wales is home to miles of diverse landscapes, including mountains, lakes and villages. As the largest national park in Wales, Snowdonia has attractions to suit everyone. Whether you’re a keen hiker, a family with young kids, or on a romantic get-away, Snowdonia is a perfect place to be….
On 28th and 29th of June, Conwy will be awash with marauding hordes wearing eye patches and wielding cutlasses. Shouts of “Arrgggh, me hearties!” and “pieces of eight!” will be heard echoing down the cobbled streets more frequently than usual for a Saturday afternoon. Why? Because it’s the Conwy Pirate Weekend! What: A weekend…
Looking to visit a beautiful beach this Summer? Forget going abroad, some of the world’s best and most beautiful beaches are right here in North Wales! Beaches in North Wales have been awarded the highly desirable “Recommended” label, according to The Good Beach Guide. Not to mention that 65 beaches across Wales have been ranked amongst…
With quirky new festivals like Festival No.6 and Greenman popping up across Wales, we’ve come to learn that a dramatic festival location can be just as breath taking as the awe-inspiring music playing there. That’s why we’re highlighting Snowdonfest in Gwydir Park in Llanwrst. The location in the heart of Snowdonia certainly gives some of…
For a colourful festival celebrating all things water-sports, the All Wales Boat Show can’t be beaten. Held in the world heritage town of Conwy, the festival boasts two marinas with 700 berths and a harbour with 400 swinging moorings. Not just for boating enthusiasts, there will be all kinds of events and attractions on…
Fancy an event that brings you over 100 different ales on tap? An event where a micro-brewery has concocted a special brew just for you and your fellow revellers? An event where there are steam trains involved and it all takes place inside an historic goods shed? Of course you do! This year is the…