Plas Bryn Hir, Gwynedd

Snowdonia. Sleeps up to 13

CricciethThis delightful small seaside resort has 2 Blue Flag beaches positioned either side of a ruined castle which dominates the town high on the hill. Plas Bryn Hir is just a short stroll from the centre of the town where you’ll find superb independent shops – butchers, bread and cake shop, excellent fishmongers with a great variety of fruit and vegetables. There are also good restaurants and tearooms. The newly opened Dylan’s right on the beach is an impressive art deco building designed by local architect and creator of Portmeirion. Its menu is full of local produce – choose from Welsh Mussels, Menai Oysters or local Welsh Lamb. Cadwalladers ice cream parlour near the castle has been a popular fixture in Criccieth since the 1930’s. Criccieth CastleThis lofty landmark was the site of the last major rebellion by the Welsh against the English. The castle stands on a rocky outcrop overlooking Tremadog bay. A wonderfulplace to explore with plenty of fascinating history to digest. Criccieth Food SlamAn annual gourmet extravaganza with lots of local street food to eat, local produce to buy, children's pizza making workshops, booze, music and lots of fun. Wales Coastal Path Goes along the clifftop passing a new modern house nominated on channel 4's 'Grand Design' award competition. The path then turns in land along riverbanks and rural lanes back to Criccieth. The David Lloyd Gorge Museum makes for an interesting afternoon with interesting films and memorabilia of Wales's only prime minister. BeachesCriccieth has two beaches, Marine Beach and Town Beach, to choose from and nearby is the pretty little cove of Borth y Gest. At Black Rock Sands you can drive your car onto the hard sand. As you motor the length of the peninsula you will find numerous beaches and coves for hours of entertainment. Bardsey IslandBoat trips leave from Porth Meudwy (National Trust) near Aberdaron to visit Bardsey, Isle of 20,000 saints. Once a place of religious pilgrimage it is now loved for its natural beauty, tranquility and abundant wildlife. Fishing and Wildlife TripsAbersoch Angling run daily cruises throughout the summer. Fish for mackerel and take them home for the barbecue or enjoy a stunning wildlife cruise to see abundant seabirds, seals and dolphins. Llyn AdventuresExperience year round thrilling adventures with friends or family. Try coasteering, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain walks, scrambling or abseiling with the help and guidance of experienced licensed instructors. Caernarfon and Victoria DockDo visit mighty Caernarfon Castle and complete your day with a few hours on Victoria Dock browsing the shops, gallery and enjoying refreshments in the waterside cafes and restaurants. Days awayVisit the hot spots of north Wales... Portmeirion Portmeirion is an experience not to be missed. The Italianate village is just a 15 minute drive away, and was the beautiful create of the late architect Sir Clough Williams Ellis and it is still owned and run by the family. Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog RailwaysPorthmadog town is home to the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highlands Railway. Choose a scenic heritage tour through Snowdonia scenery or mountain trip to Blaenau Ffestiniog, both cut a swathe through the mountains and valleys of Snowdonia. Days away... Visit the Snowdonia National Park for award winning epic adventure activitiesZip World runs new, exciting and hugely popular attractions such as Zip Wire which flies over the old slate caverns and Bounce Below inside the quarry where massive bouncy nets span the cavern for jumping sliding and climbing over walkways and slides - great fun. Stunning Grade II listed manor house built in the Georgian period packed with original features and modern comforts. An ideal choice for extended families or friends sharing and their pet dogs.

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