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Glan Rafon (cont) |
near Pwllheli, Lleyn Penisula A comfortable traditional Welsh cottage, within easy reach of the beaches and coastal villages of both the north and south coast of the Lleyn Peninsula |
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 | (above left) Criccieth beach with the castle on the hill. (above right) The winter snow clad peaks of Snowdonia rise behind the coastal sands of Pellheli (left) Superb beaches close by - Borth y Gest (below) on the northern shore of Tremadog Bay Protmeirion famous for its architecture, pottery and the 60's TV series 'The Prisoner' (below left) Snowdonia is only a short drive offering so much scope for exploring the dramatic scenery:- (far below left) Do try to take lunch at Glyn y Weddw, Llanbedrog |
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This guide has been prepared to assist you in discovering the host of activities, events and attractions
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Glan Rafon
to be enjoyed within a 20 mile radius (approx) of Glan Rafon
INDEX
Adventure Sports
Ancient, Historic & Heritage
Antiques
Artists & Artisans
Beaches
Boat Trips
Books, New & Old
Cultural - Museums Theatres etc
Family Activities
Family Attractions
Field Sports
Fishing
Food & Drink
Gardens & Parks
Golf
Interesting & Specialist Shops
Leisure Centres & Spas
Motor Sports
Tourist Information Centres
Villages Towns & Markets
Walking & Bird Watching
Watersports
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| Adventure Sports | ||
| Lleyn Adventure Activities | Tarallt Farm Abersoch between Pwllheli and Aberdaron Adventure centre for all ages and abilities. | More Info |
| Ancient, Historic & Heritage | ||
| Lloyd George Museum | Llanystumdwy between Criccieth and Pwllheli A museum dedicated to one of the great statesmen of the 20thC. | More Info |
| Criccieth Castle | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog. Criccieth Castle stands dramatically upon the rocky promontory above Tremadog Bay. | More Info |
| Caernarfon Castle | Caernarfon between Porthmadog and Bangor Architecturally one of the most impressive Welsh castles. | More Info |
| Criccieth Heritage Walk | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli A walk around Criccieth looking at interesting historic sites. | More Info |
| Antiques | ||
| Lloyd's Antiques | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli A wide selection of general antiques | More Info |
| Rodney Adams Antiques and Interiors | Pwllheli between Beach y Gest and Abersoch Clocks, Furniture antique and bespoke, Penlan pine furniture antique and new | More Info |
| Criccieth Gallery | Criccieth between Pen y Chain and Borth y Gest Antique shop | More Info |
| Artists & Artisans | ||
| Neil S. Hopkins Gallery/Studio | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwllchtocyn A wide variety of watercolours, chalk pastels and some prints depicting rural & coastal N. Wales. | More Info |
| Oriel Glyn y Weddw, Llanbedrog | Llanbedrog between Pwllheli and Llanengan A thriving arts centre with its own picture and print collection and important Welsh porcelain. | More Info |
| Turtle Photography | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn One of the leading sources of marine and scenic photography in the area. | More Info |
| Les Burridge Art Gallery and Framers | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog A good source of local paintings from well known Welsh artists such as Rob Piercy & William Selwyn. | More Info |
| Beaches | ||
| Main Beach Abersoch | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn A flat, well protected 'Blue Flag' awarded beach popular with families and watersports enthusiasts. | More Info |
| Marchroes Beach | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn A wonderful sand and shingle beach with surf and scenery only accessed by walking. | More Info |
| Abererch Beach | Abererch between Pwllheli and Porthmadog Sandy beach backed by dunes sheltered from the SW winds in the North. Good surf in S & SE winds | More Info |
| Warrren Beach | Warren Beach between Abersoch and Llanbedrog Head A supremely sandy beach backed by holiday chalets ideal for holiday makers. | More Info |
| Porth Ceiriad Beach | Abersoch between Bwlchtocyn and Pwllheli Arguably the most beautiful beautiful beach in the area accessed only by walking. | More Info |
| Bwlchtocyn Beach | Bwlchtocyn between Aberdaron and Abersoch The western end of Abersoch beach accessable by road and has a car park and lavatories. | More Info |
| Llanbedrog National Trust | Llanbedrog between Abersoch and Pwllheli A quiet sandy beach backed by woodland and lined with gayly painted wooden huts | More Info |
| Criccieth Marine Beach | Criccieth between Borth y Gest and Pwllheli A 'Blue Flag' awarded pebble beach with views out to sea, safe for bathing and pleasant for walking. | More Info |
| Main Beach Criccieth | Criccieth between Borth y Gest and Pwllheli This 'Blue Flag' beach is a mixture of sand and pebbles with rock pools to explore. | More Info |
| Abersoch Town Beach | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Aberdaron A popular beach beside the harbour with all facilities just 5 minutes away. | More Info |
| South Beach, Pwllheli | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth A 3 mile long sand and shingle beach. It is fairly steep with booming waves on stormy days. | More Info |
| Glan Don Beach | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth A sheltered beach protected by Gimbet Rock Peninsula with sand at the top and mud at low tide. | More Info |
| Quarry Beach, Abersoch | Quarry Beach, Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlch Tocyn A sandy beach facing south east making south west winds create good watersports conditions. | More Info |
| Dinas Dinlle Beach | Dinas Dinlle between Penygroes and Foryd Bay A 'Blue Flag' awarded beach with pebbles at the top and sand lower down. | More Info |
| Hafan Beach | Hafan between Pwllheli and Criccieth A lovely 'Blue Flag' awarded sandy beach in a small cove with breathtaking Snowdonia backdrop. | More Info |
| Porth Dinllaen Beach | Porth Dinllaen between Nefyn and Edern A narrow sandy beach with rock pools, cliffs, clean sea and a spectaular view. | More Info |
| Hells Mouth Beach | Hells Mouth Beach between Abersoch and Aberdaron Four miles of south facing sands with massive surf from time to time hence the name. | More Info |
| Marian y De Beach | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth A 'Blue Flag' awarded beach with vast expanse of sand, landscaped dune areas and fantastic views. | More Info |
| Porth Ysgo National Trust | Porth Ysgo, Llanfaelrhys between Hells Mouth and Aberdaron Small secluded sand and pebbles with a waterfall spilling onto the beach. Popular with rock climbers. | More Info |
| Nefyn Beach | Nefyn between Carreg Ddu and Pistyll Nefyn Beach is cared for by a senior beach officer. | More Info |
| Black Rock Beach | Black Rock Beach between Criccieth & Porthmadog A sprawling sandy beach good for bathing, boating, watersports and cast fishing. | More Info |
| Porth Oer Beach & Headland (Porth Oer) | Porth Oer Beach on the Lleyn Peninsula between Aberdaron and Porth Colmon This beauitiful beach is known as 'Whistling Sands' because of the noise made by the sand underfoot. | More Info |
| Boat Trips | ||
| Enlli Sea Safaris and Day Trips to Bardsey Island | Pwllheli Marina between Abersoch and Criccieth Cruise the beautiful waters of the Lleyn Peninsula or take a day trip to see seals & sheerwaters . | More Info |
| Shearwater Luxury Boat Charter | Pwllheli Marina between Abersoch and Criccieth A purpose built catamaran operating from the beautiful Lleyn Peninsula | More Info |
| Lleyn Peninsula Boat Trips organised by the National Trust | Porth Meudwy Aberdaron on the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula Leave from Porth Meudwy, Aberdaron and Plas Newydd to visit local National Trust land marks | More Info |
| Books, New & Old | ||
| The Book Seller | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth 10 Gaol Street | More Info |
| Roots | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli 46 high Street | More Info |
| Cultural - Museums Theatres etc | ||
| Abersoch Jazz Festival | Abersoch betweenBwlchtocyn and Pwllheli Top jazz festival with musicians young and old from the Uk and abroad. Buskers are welcome. | More Info |
| Neuadd Dwyfor Cinema | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Cinema with popcorn, ice-cream and confectionary available in the foyer. | More Info |
| Family Activities | ||
| Criccieth Lawn Tennis & Squash Club | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog 2 grass courts, 2 hard courts & 2 squash courts at the west end of town open to the public | More Info |
| Kids Zone Parth y plant | Pwllheli between Llanbedrog and Aberech A new indoor play area and party rooms bursting with fun activities and adventure. | More Info |
| Glasfryn Parc Ten Pin Bowling | Y Ffor, between Abersoch and Pwllheli The Parc has eight bowling lanes. | More Info |
| Family Attractions | ||
| Criccieth Festival | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog Criccieth Arts Association has hosted the festival for a week in June every year since 1988 | More Info |
| Memorial Hall, Criccieth | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli The hall has some interesting Art Nouveau features, the venue is popular for local activities. | More Info |
| Nefyn Show | Nefyn between Llanaelhaerarn and Tudweiliog Exhibitions, competitions, displays, farm animals & pets, food & handicrafts. Fun for all. | More Info |
| Craft Centre at Park Glynllifon | between Caernarfon and Pwllheli A multi interest centre. | More Info |
| Rheilfford Ffestiniog Railway | Porthmadog between Dolbenmaen and Penrhyndeudraeth on A487 A unique narrow gauge railway journey from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog. | More Info |
| Welsh Highlands Railway (Porthmadog) | Porthmadog between Portmeirion and Borth y Gest A journey aboard a heritage train from Porthmadog through the Snowdonia countryside. | More Info |
| Field Sports | ||
| Bob valentine's Shooting School and Grounds | Wern Newydd, Llanbedrog between Abersoch and Pwllheli Enjoy a sporting tradition in the countryside. | More Info |
| Archery Glasfryn Parc | Pwllheli between Penrhos and Abererch Archery is a growing sport. | More Info |
| Fishing | ||
| Organic Park | Llithfaen between Llanaelhaearn and Nefyn 21/2 acre fly fishing lake fed by mountain spring and stocked with trout. | More Info |
| Glasfryn Parc | Glasfryn Parc near Pwllheli Enjoy a pleasant days fishing in beautiful surroundings. | More Info |
| Organic Trout fishing | Pwllheli between Llanbedrog and Penychain An organic park dedicated to offering the best natural produce & the finest trout you can catch. | More Info |
| Shore Fishing Morfa Beach, Trefor | Morfa Beach Trefor between Nefyn and Dinas Plaice, mackeral, pollock, wrasse and ray can be caught on high tide. | More Info |
| Glasfryn Park | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Coarse fishing in stream fed lake for carp, tench, roach, perch & rudd | More Info |
| Half Aled Fishing Charter Boat | Pwllheli between Abersoch and criccieth Boat fishing from Pwllheli | More Info |
| Eisteddfa Fishery | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli Game & Coarse fishing for all the family on 5 lakes stocked with carp and trout. Tackle for sale on site. | More Info |
| Pwllheli & District Angling | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Coarse, game and sea fishing. | More Info |
| Criccieth, Llanstumdwy & District Angling Association | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli Game fishing in 8 miles of fine sea trout rivers with a chance of catching salmon. | More Info |
| Jenny II Fishing Charter Boat | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn Boat fishing from Abersoch | More Info |
| Shore Fishing Porth Oer (Whistling Sands) NT | Porth Oer between Anelog and Llangwynnadl Bass, codling, plaice, ray, gurnard, wrasse, conger & dab can be caught on high or low tide. | More Info |
| Shore Fishing at Black Rock Sands, Morfa Nefyn | Black Rock Sands between Nefyn and Llangwnnadl Fish available to catch include bass, flounder & mackerel on high or low tide. | More Info |
| Shore Fishing Llanbedrog | Llanbedrog between Abersoch and Pwllheli Bass, flounder, dogfish and bream can be caught on low tide | More Info |
| Judy B Fishing Boat Charters | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Boat fishing from Pwllheli | More Info |
| Shore Fishing Nefyn Beach | Nefy between Tudweiliog and Clynnog Fawr Plaice, mackerel, pollock, wrasse and ray can be caught on high tide. | More Info |
| Shore Fishing Pwllheli | Pwllheli between Penrhos and Criccieth Dab, hus, bream, bass, mackerel, pollack, whiting & herring can be caught on high or low tide. | More Info |
| Bron Eifon Fishing Lakes | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli Coarse Fishing in a 6 acre lake for carp, tench, bream, orf, roach, gudgeon, chub & barbel | More Info |
| Food & Drink | ||
| Moelwyn Restaurant | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog Locally caught seafood is a speciality. English and French cuisine served overlooking Cardigan Bay | More Info |
| Poachers Restaurant | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog The a la carte menu changes seasonally with daily fish and vegetarian dishes a speciality. | More Info |
| Plas Bodegroes | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Rated by the Sunday Times as one of the top ten gourmet retreats in the world. | More Info |
| The Coconut Kitchen | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn Fresh aromatic Thai cuisine. | More Info |
| The Golden Fleece Inn | Tremadog between Porthmadog and Penrhyndeudraeth This inn and bistro serves meals renowned for quality and value for money. Dogs are welcomed in the covered patio area. | More Info |
| George IV Hotel | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli A la carte meals served in the oak panelled dining room & bar meals in the lounge bar. | More Info |
| The Porth Tocyn Hotel | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn The excellent restaurant has been mentioned in the good Food Guide every year since 1957. | More Info |
| Tafarn y Plu | Llanystumdwy between Criccieth and Pwllheli A family friendly old pub fullof character with an open fire serving Welsh Ales & home cooked food. | More Info |
| Blue China Café | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli A seasonal day time café with patio and tea garden. | More Info |
| The Sun, Llanengan | Llanengan just over 2 miles west of Abersoch An inviting pub with open fire, beer garden & patio. Real ales and traditional pub food are served. | More Info |
| The Marine Hotel Restaurant | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli Local ingredients are used whenever possible to create tradtional home cooked meals. | More Info |
| Idris Café & Bakery | Criccieth between Porthmadog and Pwllheli A wide selection of cakes, teas coffees and snacks served all day all year round. | More Info |
| Bryn Hir Arms | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Borth y Gest Basement bistro and beer garden serving good 'pub grub' every day from 12 until 9.30 | More Info |
| Cadwaller's Ice-cream Parlour | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog Italian style café experience with a vast range of delicious ice-creams, tea, coffee, cakes & more. | More Info |
| Angorfa Breakfast Café | Abersoch between Llanbedrog & Porth Neigwl 'The place to be' according to Coast magazine. Breakfasts served daily 8.30-12 throughout summer. | More Info |
| The Lion Hotel | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Borth y Gest Freshly prepared local produce and an extensive wine list served in the elegant 'Pink Restaurant'. | More Info |
| The Ship Hotel Gwesty'r Llong | Aberdaron on the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula Original inn with Good Food Guide Recommended Restaurant, public bar and lounge bar. | More Info |
| The Beach Hut formerly Y Gegin Fawr Café | Aberdaron on the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula A white washed stone cottage originally a communal kitchen for 13th C pilgrims going to Bardsey. | More Info |
| The Ship | Edern between Nefyn and Tudweiliog Formerly the village pub now a bistro serving good food and wine. No bookings taken. | More Info |
| Twnti Seafood Restaurant | Rhyd y Clafdy between Efailnewydd and Nanhoron on the B4415 An 18 year old business that specialises in fresh fish, local crab & lobsters. | More Info |
| Gardens & Parks | ||
| Plas yn Rhiw | Pwllheli between Borth y Gest and Bwlchtocyn A delightful 16thC manor house with ornamental gardens and wonderful views. | More Info |
| Bont Fechan Farm Garden | Llanystumdwy between Criccieth and Pwllheli Cottage garden with large variety of plants & vegetables part of the NGS gardens open for charity. | More Info |
| Bodnant Garden | Tal y Cafn between Llandudno Junction and Llanwrst A world famous garden noted for its botanical collections. | More Info |
| Crowrach Isaf Garden | Bwlchtocyn between Abersoch and Cilan Uchaf 2 acre garden open for charity as part of the National Gardens Sceme NGS | More Info |
| Coron Garden | Llanbedrog between Abersoch and Pwllheli 6 acres of mature gardens open for charity as part of the National Garden Scheme NGS | More Info |
| Golf | ||
| Porthmadog Golf Club | Porthmadog between Pwllheli and Minffordd The course was designed by James Braid. | More Info |
| Nefyn Golf Club | Morfa Nefyn between Penllech and Llithfaen An amazing 18/27 hole cliff top course with spectacular views and a couple of world class holes. | More Info |
| Llyn Golf Course | Penrhos between Pwllheli and Llanbedrog A 9 hole pay and play golf course. Golf clubs and trollies available for hire. | More Info |
| Lleyn Golf Centre Driving Range | Penrhos between Pwllheli and Llanbedrog Practice swing area, chipping green & bunker, 15 bay floodlit driving range, all weather driving mats. | More Info |
| Abersoch Golf Club | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Porth Neigwl An 18 hole links and parkland course. A warm welcome is extended to visitors & members alike. | More Info |
| Pwllheli Golf Club | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth An 18 hole course with superb views of Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay | More Info |
| Abersoch Golf Club | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn An 18 hole, 5647 yards, Par 69, links and parkland course nestling behind sand dunes. | More Info |
| Nefyn & District Golf Club | Nefyn a short drive from Pwllheli on the A497 Unrivalled sea and mountain views from all 26 holes. | More Info |
| Criccieth Golf Club | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog A small, friendly club steeped in history with an 18 hole course enveloped in unparalleled scenery. | More Info |
| Interesting & Specialist Shops | ||
| Companions Pet & Tackle Shop | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Borth y Gest Fishing tackle, accessories, bait, permits and licences. | More Info |
| D & E Hughes | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Fishing tackle and accessories, bait, permits & licences. | More Info |
| Siop Eleri | Aberdaron on the southern tip of Lleyn Peninsula Fishing tackle, accessories, bait, permits & licences. | More Info |
| AD & N Griffiths | Penygroes between Llandwrog and Pant Glas Fishing tackle, accessories, bait, permits & licences. | More Info |
| Craft & Angling | Abersoch between Pwllheli and Bwlchtocyn Fishing tackle, accessories, bait, permits & licences. | More Info |
| E Roberts & Son | Aberdaron on the southern tip of Lleyn Peninsula Fishing tackle, accessories, bait, permits & licences. | More Info |
| Flipside Jewellery | Abersoch between Aberdaron and Pwllheli Beautiful and unusual handmade silver jewellery made on the premises. | More Info |
| Leisure Centres & Spas | ||
| Dwyfor Leisure Centre | Pwllheli A multi activity centre. | More Info |
| Motor Sports | ||
| Hovercraft Rides | Tanralllt Farm, Abersoch between Tryn Llanbedrog and Bwichtocyn Hovercraft flying for all the family. | More Info |
| Glasfryn Parc Karting and Quad Bikes | Y Ffor, Pwllheli between Abersoch and Pwllheli Try Karting on 600 m x 8m floodlit track or Quad Biking | More Info |
| Classic Car Event & Farmers Market | Yffor between Pwllheli and Llanaelhaearn Classic cars including Bentleys, Porsches & Morgans will take part in timed trials on the Glasfryn track. | More Info |
| Tourist Information Centres | ||
| Abersoch Tourist Information Centre | Abersoch between Bwlchtocyn and Pwllheli Tourist information on events, attractions, transport timetables, walks, cycle paths & more. | More Info |
| Pwllheli Tourist Information Centre | Pwllheli between Abersoch and Criccieth Information on events, attractions, activities, timetables, walks, cycle paths, fishing and more. | More Info |
| Villages Towns & Markets | ||
| Pwllheli | Pwllheli between Criccieth and Abersoch A market town with a market on Wednesday and a first class marina. | More Info |
| Llanystumdwy | Llanystumdwy between Criccieth and Pwllheli A small picturesque village with the river Dwfor running through it, boyhood home of Lloyd George. | More Info |
| Walking & Bird Watching | ||
| Lleyn Coast Path | Uwchmynydd between Caernarfon and Aberdaron 84 miles of diverse landscapes including, coves, harbours, cliffs, hills, countryside & beaches | More Info |
| Lleyn Coastal Path | Uwchmynydd on the most southerly tip of the Lleyn Peninsula 84 miles of diverse landscapes - beaches, harbours, coves, open countryside, cliffs and seascapes. | More Info |
| Watersports | ||
| Wakestock | Abersoch between Bwlchtocyn and Pwllheli Europe's largest wakeboard music festival with world class wakeboarders & coolest music line up. | More Info |
| Criccieth Launching Jetty | Criccieth between Pwllheli and Porthmadog Launching jetty available for a small fee payable to the harbour master at Porthmadog. | More Info |
| Abersoch Sailing School | Abersoch between Llanbedrog and Porth Neigwl 30 minute accompanied sail in a Laser Funboat for ages 4-7 years. Courses for older children. | More Info |