Since it’s inception in 2012, Festival number 6 has grown in influence to become one of the most cherished and enigmatic events of the burgeoning UK festival landscape. Occurring in the Italianate village of Portmeirion and slightly out of sync with the rest of the festival season, Festival number 6 is a marvellously eccentric celebration…
When you’re in Wales you won’t be short of things for you to do, what with the endless choice of dazzling scenery, quaint towns and stunning beaches. But while you’re here, why not find some time to pop over to a festival or event and try something new? There’s plenty on offer, and we guarantee…
When you think about going away for Christmas, or any part of the festive period, you probably want a few certain things: brightly lit villages and towns with independent shops; frosty-looking fields and hillsides; snowy forests to explore; and seasonal activities to keep you occupied during your stay. North Wales’s stunning landscape really transforms 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 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…
Whitsun is on May 24th this year and, although the festival day itself is a Sunday, it comes with the added bonus of a Bank Holiday Monday, making it the perfect opportunity to get out and explore some of the attractions of North Wales. The range of activities on offer across the region is many…
Now in its fourth year, Wales’ biggest boat show, the All Wales Boat Show, is a festival celebrating all things maritime and is a great idea for a day out if you’re looking for something unique or different to do in North Wales this May. The show originated in Conwy but, bigger and better than…
North Wales is a haven for walkers and dog owners alike. From the Llyn Peninsula to the Snowdonia mountain range, North Wales boasts a diverse landscape to traverse, with breathtaking vistas to enjoy at almost every turn. Not only is regular exercise good for mind and body – human or canine – it’s also great…
If the extended Easter weekend has become nothing more than a memory, why not turn your thoughts to the upcoming Early May Bank Holiday? Taking place this year between Saturday 2 and Monday 4 May, the first Spring Bank Holiday weekend is an extremely busy one for North Wales. Not only does it play host…