Beaumaris
You’re never far away from Adventure in North Wales, in fact North Wales is known as ‘The Adventure Capital of the UK’.
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Isle of Anglesey
North East Wales
Seawake Join us on one of our fast rib rides along the Menai Strait. We offer a variety of trips including, wildlife adventure trips up to Puffin Island to see an array of wildlife including the little Puffin! Or you could follow the Anglesey coastline up towards the historic Menai Bridges and feel the thrill of the famous Swellies. Admission Fee: Blast 1/2 hour £15pp • 1 hour £25pp • 2 Hours £45pp Private charters: £175 - up to 6 people • £250 – up to 12 people
Open Times
Easter-October (group bookings available all year.) 09:00- 18:00 All trips are weather permitting and subject to availability and minimum charges.
Beaumaris Pier LL58 8BS Phone 01248 716335 www.angleseyboattrips.com
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Starida Puffin Island Cruises & Fishing Trips
Baron Hill Golf Club Ltd
Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre
Baron Hill is one of the oldest privately owned clubs in the UK established in the 1880’s.
Wildlife & sightseeing cruises along the Menai Strait to Puffin Island aboard the Island Princess, as featured on ITV’s The Island Strait. Our award-winning fishing trips are suitable for all ages and levels of experience. All trips depart from Beaumaris pier (w3w:scale.yoga.flagpole)
The course boasts panoramic views of the Snowdonia mountain range situated above the historic town of Beaumaris. The Course was remodelled by CD Lawrie, Walker Cup Captain designer of Woburn’s Duke and Duchess Courses.
Café Take in panoramic views from our café, whilst enjoying delicious food and drinks. Cycling Six waymarked trails. Bikes and trailers can all be hired including e-bikes. Walking Routes for all abilities with lots to see. You may even see our ospreys catching a fish. Dogs welcome but must be under close control. Fishing One of the top fly fisheries in the UK. Can be fished from the bank, or for that added experience from one of our hire boats. Play Kids will love our adventure playground, including the ever popular zip wire. Hourly pleasure boat hire also available.
Admission Fee: Standard 18 holes £20 • 9 holes £13 • Buggies available See website for latest deals and full rates
Admission Fee: Varies depending on trip booked Accreditation: Member of WISE Scheme (Wildlife - safe trips)
Admission Fee: £2.50 parking all day
Open Times
Open Times
Cruises - Easter – 31st October 2021 Fishing - Easter – December 09:30 - 20:30
Bookings: Starida Booking Kiosk, Beaumaris, Anglesey LL58 8BS Phone 01248 810379 Email book@starida.co.uk www.starida.co.uk
Included in this guide is a number of activities in North Wales that you can try to test your mind, strength and adventure.
Allt Goch Bach, Beaumaris, Anglesey, LL58 8YW Phone 01248 810231 www.baronhill.co.uk
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You might be surprised, but we’re really easy to get to from anywhere in Britain. Just over an hour from Manchester, and four from London.
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Birmingham Distance: 131 miles Time: 2 hour and 12 min Leeds Distance: 119 miles Time: 2 hour Liverpool Distance: 50 miles Time: 1 hour Chester Distance: 38 miles Time: 45 min London Distance: 254 miles Time: 4 hours Manchester Distance: 77 miles Time: 1 hour and 30 min Nottingham Distance: 145 miles Time: 2 hours and 28 min Stoke-on-Trent Distance: 90 miles Time: 1 hour and 30 min
Fast rail services link London (Euston) with the coast and serve the University City of Bangor and Holyhead, the gateway to Ireland. Rail services from London Euston and local train enquiries. Tel: 03457 48 49 50 North Wales by Rail Crewe to Holyhead - 123 min Manchester to Llandudno Junction - 120 min London to Flint - 163 min
By Sea Irish Ferries: 0818 300400 Stena Line: 08447 707070
These times are based on a car journey with an average speed of 30 miles per hour on national and country roads, and 60 miles per hour on motorways.
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This easy to use guide is only a small selection of what North Wales can offer you and includes a free map to help you plan your visit.
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Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Conwy LL21 9TT Phone 01490 389227 www.llyn-brenig.co.uk
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Whatever adventure means to you, you’ll find yours here in North Wales.
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With emphasis on well-being and discovering the outdoors, what better place to visit than North Wales...
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If you need a relaxing break, fresh air and stimulation, North Wales is the natural choice from mountain biking, cycling, walking to leisure and adventure activities - the opportunities are endless.
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Course Heathland Yds 5,564 Par 68
All year 8am – 9pm: March – September See website for Winter Opening Times
Photo Credits: © Crown copyright Visit Wales
North Wales The Home of Adventure
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Mynydd Sleddog Adventures Ltd Wales first and only sleddog adventures trails, offering husky rides and experiences with our team of racing sleddogs within the South Alwen Forest near Llyn Brenig, Conwy North Wales.
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Zip, surf, walk, golf, dive, cycle, climb, abseil, jump, paddle, swim and so much more.
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L Admission Fee: See website for details Open Times
Monday - Sunday (tailored to individual bookings) (closed Weds) 9.30am - 4.00pm
Bwlch Hafod Einion near Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, Wales LL21 9TE Phone 07931511217 Email howl@mynyddsleddogadventures.com www.mynyddsleddogadventures.com
Wrexham
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Discover Wrexham County, the Gateway to North Wales! Discover Wrexham County and celebrate the year of the outdoors at our incredible attractions! These include the 126ft tall Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, marvel at the stunning Chirk Castle, explore our country estate Erddig, uncover our history at Wrexham Museum or enjoy the arts & culture on offer at Ty Pawb!
Admission Fee: Check website for more details. Open All year
Times Check website for more details.
Visitor Information Centre, Chester Street, Wrexham, LL13 8BA. Phone 01978 292461 Email info@thisiswrexham.co.uk www.thisiswrexham.co.uk
North Wales has over 60 courses, many of them steeped in history. It’s often said that North Wales offers the best value green fees in Europe. What’s the catch? there isn’t one. You’ll sacrifice nothing in quality - North Wales is home to some world-class championship courses. Whatever your standard of golf you’ll find courses to enjoy in NorthWales.
Find out more by visiting our website www.golfnorthwales.co.uk or calling 01492 531731
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Pwllheli
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Clwb Golff Pwllheli Clwb Golff Pwllheli can be described as a unique golf course, with nine holes of picturesque parkland and nine holes of testing links. Located on Cardigan Bay the course boasts beautiful sea and mountain views. The club is famous for offering a warm welcome to all. Admission Fee: Check website Open All year Times Course - Sunrise to sunset • Clubhouse- Summer 12 noon - 11pm Winter 12pm – 6pm • Bar remains open longer for special events and functions. Lon Golff, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 5PS Phone 01758 701644 www.clwbgolffpwllheli.com
Abergele
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THE UK’S BEST ADVENTURE PARC JUST GOT EVEN BETTER
Silver Birch Golf Club Silver Birch is highly regarded as one of the best pay and play courses on the North Wales golfing scene. Situated within a picturesque rural village. Many a keen golfer has “cursed” the “Grand Canyon” played over a gorge with a stream at the bottom.
Admission Fee: From £10 for 9 holes, £15 for 18 Open Times
A hidden gem hugging the coast with stunning views over Snowdonia and the West Wales coast. A great test of golf for all abilities, friendly welcoming clubhouse and an indoor golf simulator for dark or bad weather days. You’ll be glad you came and you will come back.
Admission Fee: Varies on time of year. From £25
All year round, weather permitting Dawn till Dusk
Open Times
adventureparcsnowdonia.com | info@adventureparcsnowdonia.com | 01492 353 123
Betws yn Rhos, Abergele LL22 8BZ Phone 01492 680690 www.silverbirchgolfclub.co.uk
Rhos on Sea
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Rhos on Sea Golf Club The selection of wide fairways, raised tees and Mackenzie style two-tiered greens are defined by picturesque trees, surrounded by stunning views of the North Wales mountains and coast. With restaurant and bar facilities, we are one of the few golf clubs with onsite accommodation offering “ Stay and Play” packages.
Admission Fee: Varies (see website or call) Open Times
Abersoch Golf Club
Visit Adventure Parc Snowdonia to surf in the mountains and experience trail-blazing new adventures. Free parking and entry, just 15 minutes from Conwy.
9 holes from £10.00 each.
All year Varies (please call)
Course Parkland Yds 5929 Par 69
Glan y Mor Road, Penrhyn Bay, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 3PU Phone 01492 548115 Email golfshop@rhosgolf.co.uk www.rhosgolf.co.uk
Llandudno
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Capel Curig
HILTON GARDEN INN & WAVE GARDEN SPA Check in at Adventure Parc Snowdonia for contemporary comfort, warm hospitality, indulgent treats and treatments. A truly remarkable setting, brand new for 2021.
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Plas y Brenin – National Outdoor Centre
Plas Menai - National Outdoor Centre for Wales
Plas y Brenin, The National Outdoor Centre is the UK’s home of true adventure. It is the place for everyone to come and discover new outdoor sports, improve their performance and have great adventures across a range of activities including climbing, hiking, kayaking, canoeing and mountain biking.
Plas Menai sets the standard for outdoor experiences, delivering exhilarating outdoor activities for the whole Family. See the best of Wales and the adventures it allows whilst escaping everyday stresses in the great outdoors. Exciting and stimulating activities with no experience needed, just a sense of adventure, open a world of new adventures for all!
Admission Fee: Prices from £50 per person for a whole day of adventure. Admission Fee: Please see website for full details Open 7 days a week, throughout the year
Open All year round
Capel Curig, LL24 0ET Phone 01690 720214 Email info@pyb.co.uk www.pyb.co.uk
Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 1UE Phone 0300 300 3112 Email info@plasmenai.co.uk www.plasmenai.co.uk
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Times 7am- 10pm
Llanberis
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Llandudno Snowsports Centre
E-Bike Adventures
Ropeworks Active
Skiing, snowboarding, sno-tubing, tobogganing, crazy golf, Alpine bar & kitchen.
Electric Mountain Bike Hire & Guided Rides
Set in beautiful surroundings at the foot of Snowdon, Ropeworks Active offers adventure for all. On- site challenge yourself on our three levels of aerial adventure obstacles. Feel the rush as you jump off the tower on our Quickflight and fly through the air on our giant swing. Or head out and try out our Offsite Adventure Activities (including Climbing, Gorge Scrambling, Coasteering, Underground Adventure and Hill Walking).
Explore the forests of Snowdonia
Enjoy amazing panoramic views of Llandudno.
Guided group rides to suit all abilities
Great facilities and fantastic package offers.
We tailor the ride to suit your needs
Fantastic fun for all the family with plenty of free parking.
You just need to know how to ride a bike!
Find us up Happy Valley on the Great Orme. Call now on 01492 874707
Based right in the centre of Betws y Coed
Admission Fee: Activity dependant starting from £12.50 for low ropes
Admission FREE: See website for activity prices Open Times
All year except Christmas Day 10am onwards, Closing times vary - check website or call
ADVENTUREPARCSNOWDONIA.COM
Wyddfyd Road, Llandudno, LL30 2LR Phone 01492 874707 Email ski-llandudno@nikegroup.co.uk www.jnlllandudno.co.uk
Admission Fee: See website for details
All year 9:30am - 4:30pm
Open All year (online bookings only from November – April) Times 9am - 6pm
Royal Oak Stables, Betws y Coed, LL24 0AH Phone 07585 054875 Email ebikeadventuresltd@gmail.com www.ebikeadventures.co.uk
Blaenau Ffestiniog Llandudno
Gilfach Ddu, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis LL55 4TY Phone 01286 871114 www.ropeworksactive.co.uk
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Llanberis
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Great Orme Golf Course 9 hole scenic coastal course houses a delightful 9 Hole Pitch & Putt and Footgolf Course.
The peaks of Snowdonia mountain range, walking the stunning coastal paths or gentle rolling hills of the Borderlands, something for all abilities.
All year round Dawn to Dusk
Golf Road, Abersoch, Gwynedd LL53 7EY Phone 01758 712622 www.abersochgolf.co.uk
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Walking
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Located in the higher grounds of Haulfre Gardens, which makes it perfect for a day out in the Mountains, overlooking the breathtaking view of Llandudno and is ideal for all age groups.
Antur Stiniog Bike Park
Sea Môr Kayaking
Antur Stiniog is a Bike Park with uplift service located in the stunning hills above Blaenau Ffestiniog. The Park has 14 trails graded from green to black grade for all abilities along with bike hire, shop, café and a warm Welsh welcome guaranteed! Check out our website for more details and availability or email post@anturstiniog.com for more information.
Sea Môr Kayaking specialise in family fun, guided trips and coaching. Beginner sessions are usually on the lake in Llanberis but could be near your accommodation. Our trips and coaching for competent sea kayakers visit beautiful venues in Snowdonia, Anglesey and the Llŷn Peninsula. Contact us for bespoke packages.
Admission Fee: www.greatormegolfcourse.wales Open Times
Cycling
Admission Fee: Prices start from £59 for low season and £64 for high season. Group discounts for groups of 3 or more available.
Open all year round Mon - Fri 10:00-18:00 Sat - Sun 10:00 - 18:00
Open Times
Llwynon Rd, Llandudno, LL30 2QF Phone 01492 478148 Email manager@greatormegolfcourse.wales www.greatormegolfcourse.wales
Discover trails through forests, around lakes and reservoirs and along spectacular scenery. Bike hire is available throughout North Wales.
Conwy
Winter opening Friday-Sunday November- April Summer opening Thursday – Monday April to October
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white water
Conwy Sightseeing Cruises
Fishing Whatever your choice the beautiful and diverse landscape offers an excellent variety of fishing. North Wales has a plethora of exciting fishing destinations.
Maritime and coastguard agency certified.
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Sailing, surfing, canoeing, whitewater rafting - adrenalin pumping action.
Porthmadog
North Wales Active bespoke adventure activities. —Gorge Scrambling —Canyoning —Coasteering —Rock climbing —Abseiling —Mountain walking —Team building for families —Groups & corporate
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Black Rock Llamas
• Including E bikes
Join in the fun it’s no probllama!
• Self Guided and Guided rides
Visit our super, friendly and talented llamas for an amazing experience to remember.
Open
As featured on TV’s Coast & Country, Weekend Escapes, Britain by Bike, Blue Peter & many more! A truly wonderful interactive attraction! Less Drama more Llama!
Times Pre bookings only
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Eisteddfa Fishery has something for everyone from complete beginner to the more experienced hand.
A favourite destination for golfers, our parkland courses offer the golfer an interesting challenge with tight sloping fairways and valleys. Our links courses hug our coastline ensuring a completely different type of challenge.
With 3 coarse fishing lakes and 2 trout lakes, there’s plenty of space for everyone and equipment is available for hire. Onsite tackle shop, café and accommodation sleeping 20. Admission Fee: From £6.00 - £24.00
E: info@northwalesactive.co.uk W: www.northwalesactive.co.uk T: +44 (0)7800 666 895
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Fishery open daily throughout the year. Café open daily Easter – end October Café Closed Tuesdays Fishery 8.00am till dusk. Café 8.00am - 4.30pm
Eisteddfa Uchaf, Pentrefelin, Criccieth, Gwynedd LL52 0PT Phone 01766 522148 / 07759871327 www.eisteddfa-fisheries.com
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Adventures by bike, hike and trail running for individuals, families and groups. Adventure store stocking top brands including Hyperlite, MSR, Ortlieb, Apidura and all your bike and hike essentials. Guided rides, walks and trail running. Specialist in bikepacking and ultra light travel.
Eisteddfa Fishery
Golf
All year check website for opening times
Vicarage Road, Betws y Coed, Conwy LL24 0AD Phone 01690 710766 or 07956550356 Email info@bikewales.co.uk www.bikewales.co.uk
1085 Adventures
Admission Fee: Adults £30 • Children (over 7 years old) £20
Criccieth
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Bike Hire and Cycle Tours
Porthmadog, Gwynedd www.blackrockllamas.co.uk
We don't want you to just Visit North Wales, we want you to Experience North Wales!
Beics Betws • Betws y Coed and Llandudno
Llama trekking.
Horse Riding Why not experience North Wales on horse back? Full and half day treks are available.
www.llynguides.co.uk
national white water centre www.nationalwhitewatercentre.co.uk 01678 521083
Dec - Feb Weekends, March – Nov – 7 days subject to tides Variable due to tides
Snowdonia
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Fish with Llyn Guides
Lower Gate Street, Conwy LL32 8BB Phone 07917343058 Email conwycruises@sky.com www.sightseeingcruises.co.uk
Watersports
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Admission Fee: See website for details Open Times
Daily
Llanberis, Gwynedd LL55 4EL Phone 07399768660 Email info@seamorkayaking.wales www.seamorkayaking.wales
rafting
Join us for a pleasant sightseeing cruise on the Conwy River. Hear about some local history of Conwy, the surrounding area with possible views of river wildlife. Refreshments and toilet facilities on board. Dogs and prams welcome. Please see our website or phone for special offers, trips or further information.
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Llechwedd Slate Caverns site, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 4AR Phone 01766 238007 Email post@anturstiniog.com www.anturstiniog.com
Open Times Admission Fee:
All year round 9am- 6pm – check website for further details Check website
Caernarfon Road, Beddgelert, Gwynedd LL55 4UU Phone 07572336578 Email hello@1085adventures.co.uk www.1085adventures.co.uk
Artisans Coffee Shop
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Artisans Coffee Shop, Gifts and Cycle Hire A hidden gem at the edge of Snowdonia National Park. Artisans offers cycle hire around the picturesque twelve miles of road around beautiful Lake Vyrnwy. Open Times
364 days a year - Closed Christmas Day 10am – 4.30pm
The Old Sawmill, Lake Vyrnwy, Powys, SY10 0NA Phone 01691 870317 Email artisans.lakevyrnwy@yahoo.co.uk www.artisans-lakevyrnwy.co.uk