Trem y Cwm

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Betws y Coed, Gateway to Snowdonia National Park

• This is a mountain town where the River Conwy meets its three tributaries flowing from the West - the Llugwy, the Lledr and the Machno. The river burbles through the town and its sound attract bathers in summer and invites walkers all year. The village is packed full of interesting shops for climbers, walkers and browsers alike and there are many authentically Welsh cafes and restaurants here too.
  

Conwy Valley

• Explore the beautiful Conwy Valley. The rich patchwork of farmland, forest, undulating moors, pristine uplands, waterfalls, lakes and woods with the river Conwy running through is home to the world famous Bodnant Garden (National Trust).

Llanrwst

• Enjoy half a day browsing the shops and antiques emporia of this historic market town between Llandudno and Betws y Coed. There is a selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants including Pickwicks Antiques & Tearoom, perfect for refreshments.

Llugwy River Restaurant

• This highly acclaimed restaurant uses the very best Welsh ingredients to create delicious dishes. It achieved its first AA rosette in 2003. Booking is essential.
  

Conwy Valley Railway Museum - Betws y Coed

• The museum buildings have displays of narrow and single-gauge railways of North Wales. There are working model railway layouts, a steam-hauled miniature railway in the grounds which cover over four acres and a 15 in-gauge tramway to the woods. For children there are mini dodgems and Postman Pat vans to drive.

Mountain Biking near Llanwrst

• The 25 km Gwydir Mawr Trail is a proper mountain bike trail in every sense of the term. Big climbs, big descents, brilliant single track and truly awesome scenery make this a trail to remember.

Pen y Gwryd Hotel

• Take a scenic mountain drive to this fascinating place. Built in 1810 as a remote mountain farmhouse, it was extended and used as a coaching inn and later as the training headquarters of the first successful Everest climbing expedition in 1953. It is filled with memorabilia and a perfect spot for a leisurely lunch.

Conwy Castle

• Built for Edward I, by Master James of St George, the castle rates as one of the finest surviving medieval fortifications in Britain. In a word, exceptional - from the grandeur of its high towers and curtain walls to its excellent state of preservation. An estimated£15,000 was spent building the castle - the most ever spent by Edward I.

The Snowdon Mountain Railway

• This is the railway that travels for 4.7 miles from Llanberis to the summit of Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales - a fabulous day out for all ages.

Zip World, Bethesda

• The nearest you can get to flying! This is the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe. The adventure takes you on the 'Little Zipper' to build your confidence before you journey up the quarry on red trucks. Take a moment to appreciate the stunning views from the Big Top of Velocity, out towards Anglesey with views of the Isle of Man on a clear day!

Bodnant Gardens, National Trust

• A garden of firsts - home to the earliest and grandest laburnum arch built in 1880, to Britain's earliest magnolias introduced from China in the late 1800's and also to unique rhododendron hybrids which were born and bred here from the 1920's.

Fforest Coaster and Bounce Below

• Exciting new ventures at Blaenau Ffestiniog both are very popular - the Fforest Coaster is a toboggan on rails that runs through the forest on a thrilling Alpine style ride. Bounce Below is in the heart of the old slate mine - huge trampoline nets are set in 2 vast chambers linked together by walkways and slides. Advance booking advisable.

Surf Snowdonia

• Newly opened in the Conwy Valley this is going to be a hugely popular attraction - 300 meter lagoon which can produce two meter high waves which surfing enthusiasts will love.

Days away - Lleyn Peninsula (1 hour drive away)

• Take an hours drive and explore the stunning Lleyn Peninsula most of which is designated An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Walk the coast path and discover fabulous unspoiled beaches.

Trem Y Cwm is a delightful conversion of a former barn at the 'gateway to Snowdonia'. A wonderful base from which to explore at any time of year.