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Wales, a place where history is deep, scenery is stunning, and mountains, such as Crib Goch, classified as a grade 1 scramble, are worth the hike.  

Historic castles in North Wales built by King Edward I in the late 12th early 13th Century are fascinating to visit and learn more about the Welsh heritage. 

The coast line is a mix of typical seaside towns and rugged remoteness such as the coastline of the Dee Estuary. Another beautiful location is Barmouth, a holiday destination for everyone. If you want the classic seaside experience with a focus on the beach and the sea, you won’t be disappointed. Likewise, if you’re a walker or cyclist there’s plenty to do.

If you enjoy steam trains or castles you will find these needs met in Wales The legendary Bronze Age, submerged forest of Borth beach is another fine example of Welsh heritage and beauty. From The Mumbles and beyond, you can’t really go wrong on any stretch of the South Wales coastline.

Welsh castles are wonderful places to visit the explore. Pembroke Castle is an important fortress from the 11th century Normans through the Tudors and the civil war. Pembrokeshire, South West Wales is one of kind.

Wales is home to the only coastal National Park in the UK with 186 miles of wonderous coastal path. The highest summit in Wales is Mt Snowdon which has an elevation of 1,085 metres above sea level, and the highest point in the British Isles outside the Scottish Highlands. It is located in Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd. 

Wales is a stunning location with some of the most spectacular waterfalls such as Betws-y-Coed and Swallow Falls, and mystery and myth can be found in the Welsh Black Mountains.

Whether hiking, kayaking, cycling or simply relaxing, Wales offers something for everyone.

Westhills Coastal Cottage, Lydstep, Tenby

Westhills Coastal Cottage, Lydstep, Tenby

ByStan Cullimore Updated21 January 2023

Don’t know about you, but the last few years have persuaded me that when it comes to holidays, there’s no need to leave this green and pleasant island of ours. There are so many quiet…

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A Narrowboat Trip On The Llangollen Canal

A Narrowboat Trip On The Llangollen Canal

ByPaul Steele Updated13 January 2022

A canal boat trip is on the wish list for so many people I know. It was definitely on my want list and it was great to finally get the chance to take a break,…

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Waun Fach in the Brecon Beacons

Waun Fach in the Brecon Beacons

ByMick Heywood Updated19 December 2021

Waun Fach, at 810 meters, is the highest mountain in The Black Mountains and offers stunning panoramic views over the Beacons and plains towards Hereford. There is also a wonderful Iron Age fort to explore…

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A Walk Along The Monmouthshire And Brecon Canal

A Walk Along The Monmouthshire And Brecon Canal

ByMick Heywood Updated20 September 2021

The Brecon Beacons in South Wales is famed for its hilly, sometimes strenuous walks and changing weather systems – as the old joke goes “if it’s not raining, wait 10 minutes”. So, what do you…

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Exploring Newborough Forest and Ynys Llanddwyn

Exploring Newborough Forest and Ynys Llanddwyn

ByPaul Taylor Updated1 August 2021

Exploring the Anglesey coastline is a must if you are visiting this part of the world. This stretch of pristine beaches and dramatic cliff faces is why so many people visit the island. North Wales…

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Cwm Idwal – A Family Friendly Snowdonian Adventure

Cwm Idwal – A Family Friendly Snowdonian Adventure

ByCharlie Bingham Updated23 July 2021

I am totally at home when I am surrounded by nature, no matter what the weather. Luckily my two young children seem to be following in my footsteps, physically and metaphorically and at four and…

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Tryfan, The Glyders and Devil’s Kitchen, Snowdonia

Tryfan, The Glyders and Devil’s Kitchen, Snowdonia

ByMick Heywood Updated8 October 2021

This walk is set in Snowdonia National Park in North Wales. This walk starts in the “Milestone Buttress” car park on the A5 ca 10 miles from Bangor or 5 miles from Capel Curig. Parking…

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Hiking the Nantlle Ridge – Snowdonia

Hiking the Nantlle Ridge – Snowdonia

ByPaul Taylor Updated18 May 2021

One of the reasons that I go to the mountains is to disappear for a few hours. To find some solitude, to clear some headspace, and to contemplate my place in the universe. Being out…

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Llangorse Lake Skyline Walk – Brecon Beacons

Llangorse Lake Skyline Walk – Brecon Beacons

ByMick Heywood Updated18 May 2021

The Brecon Beacons in South Wales allows for easy access to remote beautiful and wild, hill walks. One of my favourite areas is Bwlch (it means “pass” in Welsh), a small village on the Brecon…

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A Walk In Craig Cerrig-gleisiad & Fan Frynych National Nature Reserve

A Walk In Craig Cerrig-gleisiad & Fan Frynych National Nature Reserve

ByMick Heywood Updated3 February 2021

As my wife is from Brecon, we often return to visit family. Whilst she talks with her sisters about school days and long lost friends, I have the chance to slide out and walk in…

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Knock Your Rocks Off, Go Below – Snowdonia, North Wales

Knock Your Rocks Off, Go Below – Snowdonia, North Wales

ByKatie Turner Updated20 October 2022

Many people on holiday would prefer a relaxing, fun-under-the-sun vacation. However, when in Wales, one particular activity to participate in is anything but that. Caving was an experience I’ll never forget. We (our own group…

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Hiking The Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path

Hiking The Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path

ByPaul Taylor Updated22 August 2022

One of United Kingdom’s greatest natural features is its coastline. There are over 7,000 miles of it if you include the larger islands which is enough walking and exploring to keep most people busy for…

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