Plas Cadnant is set in a picturesque hidden valley, overlooking the Menai Straits and Snowdonia on the Isle of Anglesey. The glorious 19th century gardens of this unique 200-acre estate were painstakingly uncovered and restored over 15 years. Visit the traditional tea rooms to wind down after a romantic stroll together around the gardens and [...]
For a bit of tasty fun this weekend (Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd February 2014), head to the Clwydian Range in NE Wales. The Clwydian Range Food Trail is an exciting way to discover the gastronomic delights in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and go on a wintery expedition at the same time. Perfect [...]
Unlike any other destination you’ll find in Britain, delightful Portmeirion, tucked away in the northwest of Wales, was built in the 1920s in the style of an Italian village. A surrealist setting with landscaped gardens, tinkling fountains and whitewashed arches, it provides a unique backdrop for a New Year to remember. New Year guests arrive [...]
Snowdonia in North Wales has many attractions but for many people the region summons up images of high, rugged peaks – epitomised by Snowdon itself which, at over 3,500 feet, is the country’s highest; and quite rightly, because these majestic mountains are a major draw for tourists. But no trip to this corner of Britain [...]
Think of Snowdonia in North Wales and chances are images of high, rugged peaks – epitomised by Snowdon itself which, at over 3,500 feet, is the country’s highest – spring to mind; and quite rightly, because these majestic mountains are a major draw for tourists. But this region - designated a national park in 1951 [...]
