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Here to stay: an interview with Black Boy Inn owner John Evans – part 2
The Black Boy Inn’s owner of the past twenty years, John Evans, has been in the industry for several decades. In that time he’s seen many changes to the hospitality trade. In part 1 of our series of...
5 Fantastic Things To Do On Pen Llyn
The Llyn Peninsula in North Wales is a stunning area filled with stunning scenery, picturesque beaches, and lots of activities to enjoy. In this blog post, we'll take a look at five of the best...
Here to stay: an interview with Black Boy Inn owner John Evans – part 1
The Black Boy Inn has been part of the very fabric of Caernarfon for 500 years – and for twenty of those, it’s been owned and managed by John Evans. To celebrate John’s two decades at the Black Boy,...
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Stay for 3 nights from January to March for the price of 2 nights
Stay 3 nights with us for the price of 2 from January to March - this offer includes breakfast Are you looking for a fun and affordable way to explore the town of Caernarfon? Look no further than...
Welcome 2023! Exciting Times at the Black Boy Inn.
We’d first of all like to wish everyone a happy new year! We hope you enjoyed the festive season and had a magical time with loved ones. Last year we celebrated 500 Years of the Black Boy Inn and...
Have yourself a local little Christmas
Here at the Black Boy Inn we’re pretty passionate about using locally-sourced ingredients in the food we serve at our award-winning dining areas. We are proud to champion a “field to fork” ethos,...
The Black Boy Inn, Caernarfon: times change, but Cofis don’t!
In 2022 we are celebrating the 500th birthday of the Black Boy Inn, one of the oldest surviving inns in north Wales. Although half a millennium has passed since this historic business was...
Christmas 2022 at the Black Boy Inn
It’s nearly that time again! I know it comes around all too quickly and yet it brings a smile to all of our faces in that coldest time of year when it is much needed. The winter solstice would have...
Say hello to the Black Boy Inn’s ghosts!
It’s no secret that the Black Boy Inn, Caernarfon, is haunted. A quick search online will tell you there’s been several sightings (or just ‘feelings’ in some cases) of something from the spirit...
5 Spectacular Seaside Sights in North Wales
North Wales is famous for its location alongside the ocean, with many different beachy locations to enjoy. In this article, we will fill you in on some of our favourite. Ynys Llandwyn Standing on...
Celebrating John Ystumllyn
In recent weeks a town not far from us, Criccieth, has held a special celebration in honour of an important historical resident, John Ystumllyn. A ceremony was held, and a breed of yellow rose has...