The peaceful village of Moelfre, which sits on the North East coast of Anglesey comes to life at this wonderful annual event which raises funds for the RNLI. Thousands of people flock to the small harbour area to watch the Moelfre RNLI Tamar class lifeboat Kiwi and her crew put on an exciting display. Since the…
Picture credit: 2eimages Whether you prefer soft, golden sands that stretch for miles, or a peaceful, secluded cove with spectacular mountain views, one of North Wales’ beautiful beaches is sure to provide the perfect spot to relax beside the sea. Boasting some of the most breathtakingly beautiful beaches in the UK, the North Wales coast is…
Late summer in North Wales is a fabulous time to visit, the countryside beckons you in with its lush, green valleys, and there is plenty going on to keep you entertained. If you are planning a visit to North Wales this summer then why not stay in one of these fabulous cottages? All of our…
Experience the rich history of North Wales by visiting its sacred places. From ancient burial chambers to tiny country churches, the region boasts many evocative holy places. Here are three of our favourite hidden historic churches of North Wales: The Church in the Sea – St Cwyfan’s near Aberffraw This 12th Century church stands…
Summer in North Wales provides visitors with an opportunity to get out, explore and make memories to last a lifetime. Whether you’re enjoying the shade of a forest trail or basking on a sunny beach we’re lucky to live in a part of the world that really has something to offer everyone. If you’re planning…
One of the great joys of heading out on your mountain bike is the chance to discover a new trail you’ve never ridden before, and North Wales has these in abundance. From the heady heights of the hills to the rolling coastline, cycling your way through North Wales’s spectacular scenery is one of the best…
Here at Great Escapes Wales we regularly provide our readers with inspiration for exciting family days out, memorable hikes with amazing views and details of the finest events North Wales has to offer. But, did you know, we also love our food? When we’re not out adventuring or exploring there’s nothing we like more than…
There are a few different ways to think of the two solstices that occur every year (20-21 June and 21-22 December) – the word itself comes from the Latin meaning ‘sun standing still’ because they are the days on which the sun’s path across the sky stops climbing in the summer, and stops falling in…
At Great Escapes Wales, just like you, we love something a little bit different. That’s why each and every one of our holiday cottages are hand-picked by our experienced team. We don’t just look for beautiful places to stay, we search for homes that offer something more, something that will make your visit to North…
At Great Escapes Wales, just like you, we love something a little bit different. That’s why each and every one of our holiday cottages are handpicked by our experienced team. We don’t just look for beautiful places to stay we search for homes that offer something more, something that will make your visit to North…