by sarahheyworth | Apr 23, 2015 | Walks and Bike Rides
Running between Beddgelert and Rhyd Ddu at the foot of Snowdon is Lôn Gwyrfai, a 4 and half mile route for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. Some parts are accessible for wheelchair users too. It’s a wonderful route for a there and back cycle on your mountain...
by sarahheyworth | Jan 21, 2015 | Adventures and Attractions
Thinking about family plans for half term? Here’s a few ideas: Coed y Brenin, 15 minutes drive from Graig Wen, is a firm family favourite. Thousands of acres of forest, pristine rivers and waterfalls make for a giant adventure playground. And it’s all...
by sarahheyworth | Oct 24, 2014 | Adventures and Attractions
As we perched on a platform, leaning against the wind and watching a rain cloud move across the mountains towards us, we started to wonder if this zip wire thing was such a good idea. The safety’s gates opened, 3-2-1 -GO! And there was no going back. Squeals of...
by sarahheyworth | Aug 10, 2014 | Adventures and Attractions
Cader Idris is the beautiful mountain just behind us. It is 892 meters high – not quite as big as Snowdon but a good challenge for a family walk and far less busy. Graig Wen presents children aged 10 years and under with a special certificate if they climb up Cader...
by sarahheyworth | Jul 9, 2014 | Food and Drink
There’s plenty of places to find good food without travelling far from us. There’s family friendly cafés, waterfront pubs and informal bistros. For those after a more gourmet experience of modern (mostly) welsh cuisine and food, here are a few of our...
