Easter is a great excuse to get the family round and spend some quality time together. Whether you like going for a leisurely stroll or eating lots of chocolate eggs (or both) there is something for you and the kids to enjoy.  If you’re close to Caernarfon, it’s...

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Photo © Jeff Buck (cc-by-sa/2.0)   The UK award was in partnership with Visa, with 28 other high streets across the Wales, England, Scotland and Northern Ireland that were up for the Rising Star Award. Palace Street in Caernarfon picked up the prize, the ‘Welsh Rising Star’ award at the Great...

Visit Wales has announced 2020 as being the ‘Year of the Outdoors’. This theme, promoting the valuable tourism in Wales, aims to focus on the exceptional outdoor activities, environment, and wellbeing associated with the country.   The Year of the Outdoors 2020 follows last years ‘Year of the Discovery’....

There is nothing more festive than a fairy tale Christmas Market experience, so get your winter warmers on and head down to the dozens of markets and events taking place in North Wales. You’ll be pleased to know the Christmas Special at Gypsy Wood Park in Caernarfon is only...

In the meadow, we can build a snowman…  That’s exactly what you could be doing this year at Caernarfon Y Maes, alongside plenty of other festive activities, guaranteed to keep you and your family entertained! The picturesque Welsh town is known across the UK as a beautiful sea-side escape;...

Snowdon Snowdonia’s vast mountains, gorgeous lakes, free flowing rivers, sheer cliffs, verdant forests, lush green meadows and blissful valleys make some of the most scenic views in all of Wales (and arguably the UK). You must know of this one. The highest mountain in Wales (higher than any in...

The oldest railway company in the world still operating trains, the Ffestiniog Railway know a little bit about making journey’s special. As a living museum, running passenger trains since Victorian times; with many of the older vehicles being lovingly preserved. The upcoming Victorian Weekend is the best way to...

The Blackboy Inn is having a special offer: 3 Nights for the Price of 2 on all Rooms During January, February and March 2020 you can take advantage of this fantastic offer in which guests can stay for 3 nights for the price of two. To redeem this amazing...

Local legend and War hero Lionel Rees was born in Caernarfon and grew up at number 5 Castle Street, which is currently owned by the Black Boy Inn; it is located next to Tŷ Dre Townhouse.   Lionel Rees was awarded the prestigious Victoria Cross for his exploits as...