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Lake Vyrnwy

beautiful Lake Vyrnwy with its own dam. top famous tourist attraction. https://www.lakevyrnwy.com/

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Lake Vyrnwy

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beautiful Lake Vyrnwy with its own dam. top famous tourist attraction. https://www.lakevyrnwy.com/

Pistyll Rhaeadr

DETAILS Pistyll Rhaeadr is often referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of Wales. The waterfall is formed by the Afon Disgynfa falling in three stages over a 240-foot cliff-face, into the Afon Rhaeadr below. The tallest stage is estimated at about 40 metres. For visitors, there is a small car park at the foot of the waterfall as well as a small café and it is a great place to explore the Berwyn Mountains (Berwyn comes from the Old Welsh ”bre”(hill) and ”gwyn”(shining white) and surrounding hills, with many walks on all levels to suit a variety of walkers. A 3-mile circuit crosses the foot of the fall and returns to the car park via old quarry heaps and hillsides. A much more adventurous alternative climbs steeply on the right of the waterfall and continues uphill, as far as you want to go along the great cliffs of the Berwyn ridge. Local Legend - Gwybr of Llanrhaeadr Above the waterfall is a lake called Llyn Luncaws. The story goes that in this lake lived a serpent with wings who, once every few days, would fly down the valley to the village and there seize children, women or animals, taking them back to the lake to devour them. Tan-y-Pistyll – meaning little house under the waterfall is where the tea room is located, here we can supply a welcome cup of tea, snack or meal with a lovely view of the waterfall from the outside garden seating, or when its colder a warm log fire to sit by. The 19th century author George Borrow, in his book Wild Wales, remarked of the waterfall: "What shall I liken it to? I scarcely know, unless it is to an immense skein of silk agitated and disturbed by tempestuous blasts, or to the long tail of a grey courser at furious speed. I never saw water falling so gracefully, so much like thin, beautiful threads as here." only a short drive away. Tanypistyll, Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Oswestry SY10 0BZ https://www.pistyllrhaeadr.co.uk/

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Pistyll Rhaeadr

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DETAILS Pistyll Rhaeadr is often referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of Wales. The waterfall is formed by the Afon Disgynfa falling in three stages over a 240-foot cliff-face, into the Afon Rhaeadr below. The tallest stage is estimated at about 40 metres. For visitors, there is a small car park at the foot of the waterfall as well as a small café and it is a great place to explore the Berwyn Mountains (Berwyn comes from the Old Welsh ”bre”(hill) and ”gwyn”(shining white) and surrounding hills, with many walks on all levels to suit a variety of walkers. A 3-mile circuit crosses the foot of the fall and returns to the car park via old quarry heaps and hillsides. A much more adventurous alternative climbs steeply on the right of the waterfall and continues uphill, as far as you want to go along the great cliffs of the Berwyn ridge. Local Legend - Gwybr of Llanrhaeadr Above the waterfall is a lake called Llyn Luncaws. The story goes that in this lake lived a serpent with wings who, once every few days, would fly down the valley to the village and there seize children, women or animals, taking them back to the lake to devour them. Tan-y-Pistyll – meaning little house under the waterfall is where the tea room is located, here we can supply a welcome cup of tea, snack or meal with a lovely view of the waterfall from the outside garden seating, or when its colder a warm log fire to sit by. The 19th century author George Borrow, in his book Wild Wales, remarked of the waterfall: "What shall I liken it to? I scarcely know, unless it is to an immense skein of silk agitated and disturbed by tempestuous blasts, or to the long tail of a grey courser at furious speed. I never saw water falling so gracefully, so much like thin, beautiful threads as here." only a short drive away. Tanypistyll, Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Oswestry SY10 0BZ https://www.pistyllrhaeadr.co.uk/

Offa's Dyke Path

Offa’s Dyke Path is a 177 mile (285 Km) long walking trail. It is named after, and often follows, the spectacular Dyke King Offa ordered to be constructed in the 8th century, probably to divide his Kingdom of Mercia from rival kingdoms in what is now Wales http://www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk/route/offas-dyke-circular-walk-llanymynech-walk/

Offa's Dyke Path

Offa’s Dyke Path is a 177 mile (285 Km) long walking trail. It is named after, and often follows, the spectacular Dyke King Offa ordered to be constructed in the 8th century, probably to divide his Kingdom of Mercia from rival kingdoms in what is now Wales http://www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk/route/offas-dyke-circular-walk-llanymynech-walk/

Akwedukt i kanał Pontcysyllte

The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is a navigable aqueduct that carries the Llangollen Canal across the River Dee in the Vale of Llangollen in northeast Wales. The 18-arched stone and cast iron structure is for use by narrowboats and was completed in 1805 having taken ten years to design and build. Station Rd, Trevor, Llangollen LL20 7TY https://www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk/

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Akwedukt i kanał Pontcysyllte

Station Road

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The Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is a navigable aqueduct that carries the Llangollen Canal across the River Dee in the Vale of Llangollen in northeast Wales. The 18-arched stone and cast iron structure is for use by narrowboats and was completed in 1805 having taken ten years to design and build. Station Rd, Trevor, Llangollen LL20 7TY https://www.pontcysyllte-aqueduct.co.uk/

National Trust - Zamek i ogród Powis

Powis Castle (Welsh: Castell Powys) is a medieval castle, fortress and grand country house near Welshpool, in Powys, Wales. The seat of the Herbert family, Earls of Powis, the castle is known for its formal gardens and for its interiors, the former having been described as "the most important", and the latter "the most magnificent", in Wales. The castle and garden are under the care of the National Trust. Powis Castle is a Grade I listed building Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool SY21 8RF https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/powis-castle-and-garden

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National Trust - Zamek i ogród Powis

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Powis Castle (Welsh: Castell Powys) is a medieval castle, fortress and grand country house near Welshpool, in Powys, Wales. The seat of the Herbert family, Earls of Powis, the castle is known for its formal gardens and for its interiors, the former having been described as "the most important", and the latter "the most magnificent", in Wales. The castle and garden are under the care of the National Trust. Powis Castle is a Grade I listed building Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool SY21 8RF https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/powis-castle-and-garden

Llanymynech Heritage Area

Llanymynech Heritage Area is an historic former lime kiln, quarry and industrial site near the village of Llanymynech, Shropshire in the Welsh Marches. The site is adjacent to the A483 road and close to the Montgomery Canal. parking is available. Less than 5 minutes away from annex. North Rd, Llanymynech SY22 6EZ https://llanylime.co.uk/

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Llanymynech Heritage Area

North Road

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Llanymynech Heritage Area is an historic former lime kiln, quarry and industrial site near the village of Llanymynech, Shropshire in the Welsh Marches. The site is adjacent to the A483 road and close to the Montgomery Canal. parking is available. Less than 5 minutes away from annex. North Rd, Llanymynech SY22 6EZ https://llanylime.co.uk/

The mere ellesmere

The Mere at Ellesmere is a beautiful lake with gardens, woodland walks and historic parkland on the edge of the market town of Ellesmere. There is a visitor centre and cafe next to the lake. Boat are available to hire or you can take a trip on the Lady Katherine steam boat. The lakeside Cremorne Gardens offers children’s play areas. and formal flower beds, specimen trees, lawns and seating. Can get very busy on summer weekends and bank holidays! The Mere is based in North Shropshire, in Ellesmere SY12 0PA on the A528 Shrewsbury road. http://www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk/site/the-mere-at-ellesmere/

The mere ellesmere

The Mere at Ellesmere is a beautiful lake with gardens, woodland walks and historic parkland on the edge of the market town of Ellesmere. There is a visitor centre and cafe next to the lake. Boat are available to hire or you can take a trip on the Lady Katherine steam boat. The lakeside Cremorne Gardens offers children’s play areas. and formal flower beds, specimen trees, lawns and seating. Can get very busy on summer weekends and bank holidays! The Mere is based in North Shropshire, in Ellesmere SY12 0PA on the A528 Shrewsbury road. http://www.shropshiresgreatoutdoors.co.uk/site/the-mere-at-ellesmere/

Welshpool

welshpool Townis approx 15 mins away with shops worth a trip to. there'sa big garden centre with cafe called coeyd d Dinas. Worth a visit. https://www.visitwales.com/destinations/mid-wales/powys/must-do-and-around-welshpool

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Welshpool

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welshpool Townis approx 15 mins away with shops worth a trip to. there'sa big garden centre with cafe called coeyd d Dinas. Worth a visit. https://www.visitwales.com/destinations/mid-wales/powys/must-do-and-around-welshpool

National Trust - Chirk Castle

Chirk Castle is a Grade I listed castle located in Chirk, Wrexham County Borough, Wales.Chirk Castle, occupied virtually continuously as a castle and stately home for almost 700 years, sits on a hilltop with its best views over the Ceiriog LL14 5AF https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle

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National Trust - Chirk Castle

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Chirk Castle is a Grade I listed castle located in Chirk, Wrexham County Borough, Wales.Chirk Castle, occupied virtually continuously as a castle and stately home for almost 700 years, sits on a hilltop with its best views over the Ceiriog LL14 5AF https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle

Mid Wales Alpacas Trek and Experience

Mid Wales Alpacas Trek and Experience Adwy Wynt, Llanfair Caereinion SY21 0DJ https://midwalesalpacas.co.uk/

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Mid Wales Alpacas Trek and Experience

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Mid Wales Alpacas Trek and Experience Adwy Wynt, Llanfair Caereinion SY21 0DJ https://midwalesalpacas.co.uk/

Brytyjskie Centrum Kutnictwa

The British Ironworks Centre is a forge, silversmiths and sculpture park with a large showroom near Oswestry in Shropshire. The centre is famous for its safari park of sculptures, mostly in metal, and its gorilla made entirely of spoons. approx 10 mins away. cafe on site to. worth a visit. https://www.britishironworkcentre.co.uk/

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Brytyjskie Centrum Kutnictwa

Aston Way

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The British Ironworks Centre is a forge, silversmiths and sculpture park with a large showroom near Oswestry in Shropshire. The centre is famous for its safari park of sculptures, mostly in metal, and its gorilla made entirely of spoons. approx 10 mins away. cafe on site to. worth a visit. https://www.britishironworkcentre.co.uk/

Charlies Stores Coed-Y-Dinas

Coed-y-Dinas has both a Country Store and a Garden & Home Centre; a vast array of products, from footwear and cooking utensils through to tools and camping, all at great prices. Howards Restaurant serves delicious homemade seasonal food, with lunch served from noon. Throughout the year there are special events with lots to do for the whole family. Check out the Coed-y-Dinas website (www.coedydinas.co.uk) for more information. Located close to the Welshpool bypass (A483). Travelling A483 towards Newtown turn right at the roundabout (A490) and Coed y Dinas is on the right. Customer parking is available. https://www.coedydinas.co.uk/

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Charlies Stores Coed-Y-Dinas

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Coed-y-Dinas has both a Country Store and a Garden & Home Centre; a vast array of products, from footwear and cooking utensils through to tools and camping, all at great prices. Howards Restaurant serves delicious homemade seasonal food, with lunch served from noon. Throughout the year there are special events with lots to do for the whole family. Check out the Coed-y-Dinas website (www.coedydinas.co.uk) for more information. Located close to the Welshpool bypass (A483). Travelling A483 towards Newtown turn right at the roundabout (A490) and Coed y Dinas is on the right. Customer parking is available. https://www.coedydinas.co.uk/

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

A steam railway with memorable experiences for all ages Explore the rolling landscape of our heritage railway, coffee and cake on a short journey on the old steam engines. Raven Square, Welshpool SY21 7LT https://wllr.org.uk/

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Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

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A steam railway with memorable experiences for all ages Explore the rolling landscape of our heritage railway, coffee and cake on a short journey on the old steam engines. Raven Square, Welshpool SY21 7LT https://wllr.org.uk/

Plas Newydd House Museum & Gardens

From Plas Newydd Historic House & Gardens Llangollen "Home of the 'Ladies of Llangollen' Miss Sarah Ponsonby and Lady Eleanor Butler captured the imagination of Regency society when they ran away and set up home together in Wales. Visit their extraordinary gothicised home and hear of the famous stream of visitors they received. Learn how they won the hearts of local people and turned a simple cottage into a fantasy of oak carvings and stained glass. Stroll through the gardens they developed and try homemade cakes and lunches in the Stableblock Tearooms." 1930s. Hill St, Llangollen LL20 8AW 25 mins away https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/leisure-and-tourism/museums-and-historic-houses/plas-newydd-llangollen.aspx

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Plas Newydd House Museum & Gardens

Hill Street

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From Plas Newydd Historic House & Gardens Llangollen "Home of the 'Ladies of Llangollen' Miss Sarah Ponsonby and Lady Eleanor Butler captured the imagination of Regency society when they ran away and set up home together in Wales. Visit their extraordinary gothicised home and hear of the famous stream of visitors they received. Learn how they won the hearts of local people and turned a simple cottage into a fantasy of oak carvings and stained glass. Stroll through the gardens they developed and try homemade cakes and lunches in the Stableblock Tearooms." 1930s. Hill St, Llangollen LL20 8AW 25 mins away https://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/leisure-and-tourism/museums-and-historic-houses/plas-newydd-llangollen.aspx

Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-coed is a village and community in the Conwy valley in Conwy County Borough, Wales, located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, right on the boundary with Denbighshire, in the Gwydir Forest. It is now a very popular visitor destination in the Snowdonia National Park.Eat locally sourced and award-winning food and drink in the diverse range of cafés, bistros, restaurants and pubs. Browse our independent shops retailing in crafts, clothing, gifts, and local homemade produce. Visit our collection of outdoor gear shops and art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists. Breathe the fresh air; enjoy walking one of the many trails around the village, bike on a huge range or mountain biking trails, take in the history and culture of one of North Wales' many castles and take on the challenge hiking in the mountains and seeing the splendor of Snowdonia's natural beauty. There is something for everyone in this diverse area. Beautiful watetfalls LL24 0AB

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Betws-y-Coed

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Betws-y-coed is a village and community in the Conwy valley in Conwy County Borough, Wales, located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, right on the boundary with Denbighshire, in the Gwydir Forest. It is now a very popular visitor destination in the Snowdonia National Park.Eat locally sourced and award-winning food and drink in the diverse range of cafés, bistros, restaurants and pubs. Browse our independent shops retailing in crafts, clothing, gifts, and local homemade produce. Visit our collection of outdoor gear shops and art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists. Breathe the fresh air; enjoy walking one of the many trails around the village, bike on a huge range or mountain biking trails, take in the history and culture of one of North Wales' many castles and take on the challenge hiking in the mountains and seeing the splendor of Snowdonia's natural beauty. There is something for everyone in this diverse area. Beautiful watetfalls LL24 0AB

Gelert's Grave

Beddgelert famous for? The legend of Gelert the dog The name Beddgelert, meaning Gelert's grave, is famed for the legend of Gelert the dog that was left by Prince Llywelyn to guard his child. The poor dog covered in blood was killed by his master before he realised that the heroic hound had in fact saved the child from the wolf. Lovely place to visit LL554YB

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Gelert's Grave

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Beddgelert famous for? The legend of Gelert the dog The name Beddgelert, meaning Gelert's grave, is famed for the legend of Gelert the dog that was left by Prince Llywelyn to guard his child. The poor dog covered in blood was killed by his master before he realised that the heroic hound had in fact saved the child from the wolf. Lovely place to visit LL554YB