by sarahheyworth | Aug 20, 2015 | General News
Dorset Cereals are celebrating Britain’s best B & B – and we’re delighted to have been nominated as a favourite place to stay! Nominations come from the public so it’s lovely to know that some of our guests have recommended The Slate Shed....
by sarahheyworth | Jul 6, 2015 | Food and Drink
If you’re in search of a day out featuring a glamourous, gourmet experience we highly recommend you hop on the train up the coast from Graig Wen and The Slate Shed B & B to Criccieth. Dylan’s Restaurant has just opened in an iconic building bang on...
by sarahheyworth | Jul 6, 2015 | Adventures and Attractions, Food and Drink, Walks and Bike Rides
When you’re planning your holiday, it’s always handy to pick up a few tips from locals. We’ve been lucky enough to live on Snowdonia’s Mawddach Estuary for nearly 7 years now. We thought we’d share some of our favourite places for a...
by sarahheyworth | May 31, 2015 | Wildlife
Late May and early June is a wonderful time for wildlife and wild flowers here on the Mawddach Estuary. The sea thrift is clinging colourfully to the rocks. Wild strawberry plants spangle the sides of the Mawddach Trail with their white flowers. We’ve been...
by sarahheyworth | May 12, 2015 | Walks and Bike Rides
It’s easy to spend your time at Graig Wen looking at the big views. But it’s also worth seeking out some of the secret corners of our site. This evening on my wander along the valley with the dogs I found clusters of yellow king cups on the river bank....
