One village you’ll definitely need to pay a visit to on your travels in Snowdonia is Llanberis. Though not on the Snowdonia Way, there are some excellent walking routes nearby (and cafés!). Here are a few photos from a wander round Llyn Padarn – a great place to explore, perhaps if you want a day … Continue reading A trip to Llanberis
This is the breathtaking view you’ll get of the Vale of Ffestiniog if you do a short detour into the woods during Stage 3 just outside Penrhyndeudraeth. We think it’s worth it. Bring on summer! Continue reading The Vale of Ffestiniog from Coed Llyn y Garnedd
The church of St Gwyddelan in Dolwyddelan is guaranteed to transport you back in time. Built in the 15th century, the current building replaced churches dating back to the 7th century, when St Gwyddelan came over from Ireland to restore Christianity to Britain after the Roman departure. In the church, you can see the original … Continue reading Christmas gifts from St Gwyddelan
It was a big day for the group as we left Dolwyddelan, had a compulsory coffee stop in Capel Curig, and then walked into the majesty of the Ogwen Valley. Past Tryfan, around Llyn Ogwen, and down the Nant Ffrancon to Bethesda. This day really has it all! Continue reading Through the Ogwen Valley
With another day of sunshine, the group headed up Nant Gwynant and then took on the steep climb up to the Bwlch y Rhediad. The views are more than worth it on a day like this, with Snowdon and Glyder Fawr looming over you! Continue reading Reaching the Bwlch y Rhediad
Here’s the first Snowdonia Way guided group heading towards Trawsfynydd on Stage 2 earlier this afternoon. What a day for it! We also heard about the poet Hedd Wyn and the history of the lake. Continue reading On the way to Trawsfynydd
The Menai Straight and Anglesey from the Carneddau on Stage 6A (the final stage of the mountain route). When you’re here look out for wild ponies! Continue reading The Menai Straight and Anglesey
This is Newborough beach on the Isle of Anglesey, the perfect place to grab the North Wales sunshine even when it’s raining on the mountains. Why not head here after you’ve finished walking the trail! Continue reading Relax on Anglesey
