5 Things To Do in and Around Dolgellau

May 14, 2012 by gwionllwyd · Leave a Comment

A small and beautiful town, Dolgellau’s story is said to date back to the 11th or early 12th century when it was believed a settlement was created by Cadwgan ap Bleddyn for a town to be created to serve as a ‘serf village’. Later in mid 12th century, Dolgellau was more recognised for its importance [...]

Tagged: barmouth beach, beautiful town, breathtaking views, Cader Idris, Coed Y Brenin, Dolgellau, Dolgellau Cycles, foot of the mountain, Forest Park, glyndwr, sesiwn fawr, Snowdonia, snowdonia mountains, Snowdonia National Park, welsh legend, wool industry

Gorwel-March | 5 star log cabin with sea views in Abersoch

May 11, 2012 by gwionllwyd · Leave a Comment

I was a bit worried when we visited Gorwel-March in Abersoch for the first time. We don’t usually take on log cabins and I was worried it wouldn’t match up the high standards our regular self catering guests have come to expect. But all my concerns vanished the minute we stepped inside. Perched on the [...]

Tagged: abersoch, added luxury, Cader Idris, cardigan bay, french doors, golden sands, log cabins, North Wales, porth oer, sandy beaches, seaside holiday, Snowdonia, Southern Snowdonia, sunny weather, trendy kids, uninterrupted view, welsh tourist board

Barmouth Walking Festival

August 11, 2010 by gwionllwyd · Leave a Comment

The Barmouth Walking Festival is fast approaching once again. It’s a great event organized by the Barmouth Publicity Association and runs from the 18th to the 27th of September. For £7.50 you can join a group of like minded enthusiasts for a guided walk along some fantastic routes. The walk leaders have all been carefully [...]

Tagged: Barmouth, Cader Idris, Festival, hikeing, Rhinog, walking, Walks