Browsing local attractions within 25 miles of Hen Weithdy Holiday Cottage

Beddgelert Road, CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL55 2LN, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 01443 336000, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

Remains of an auxiliary Roman fort, probably established in the late 70s A.D. and modified through to the late fourth century. Adjacent to the Roman fort is Segontium Roman Museum, which is run by an independent trust, Segontium Cyf.

Gerddi Heulfre Gardens, Llangoed, BEAUMARIS, Isle of Anglesey, LL58 8RY, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01248 490709, www.angleseyheritage.org

This modest, but fascinating museum has an interesting collection of Victorian harness and saddlery, carts & carriages and other equestrian and transport material housed in an historic stable block.

St Helen's Road, CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL55 2YD, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 01766 516000/01, Email, www.festrail.co.uk

The Welsh Highland Railway is Snowdonia's newest railway.

LLANBERIS, Gwynedd, LL55 4TA, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01443 336000

Probably built by Llywelyn ab Iorwerth ('the Great') early in the thirteenth century, the castle is dominated by a massive round-towered keep, still standing up to 50 feet.

Stena House, HOLYHEAD, Ynys Môn, LL65 1DQ, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 08447 707070

As the Irish Sea’s leading ferry company, Stena Line offers a great choice of routes, craft and sailings. Set sail from Holyhead to Dublin Port or Dun Laoghaire and enjoy the best travel experience on the Irish Sea with free WiFi.

BRYNSIENCYN, Isle of Anglesey, LL61 6TQ, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01248 430411, Email, www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk

The Anglesey Sea Zoo is Wales largest marine aquarium, nestling on the shores of the Menai Strait. With over 50 species, the Sea Zoo has re-created the habitats of the fauna and flora found around Anglesey and the North Wales coastline.

Llithfaen, PWLLHELI, Gwynedd, LL53 6NL, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01758 750334, Email, www.nantgwrtheyrn.org

Function room with sea-view terrace - 150 for formal dining/weddings - 200 for a concert & up to 300 for a party or event. Site facilities include a chapel with a heritage exhibition, a period quarryman's cottage and conference facilities.

The Lodge at Plas Coch, Moel y Don, Llanedwen, LL61 6EZ, (12 miles, 19kms), Tel: 0333 1234 303, Email, www.ribride.co.uk

Our guided tours explore the stunning coastline of North Wales. Experience the tranquility of the Menai Straits or travel seaward to Llanddwyn Island, a rocky peninsula of beauty, surrounded by white sandy beaches.

14 Ffordd Glyder, Y Felinheli, Gwynedd, LL24 0SS, (12 miles, 20kms), Tel: 01248 671 234, Email, www.celticos.com

Looking for something different? Celticos offers guided themed & nature walks, craft & hobby courses in Snowdonia & Anglesey.

Millbank, HOLYHEAD, Isle of Anglesey, LL65 1TE, (8 miles, 13kms), Tel: 01407 763361, www.ucheldre.org

A centre for arts events, exhibitions and other community activities of an educational and cultural kind.

Penmynydd Road, MENAI BRIDGE, Isle of Anglesey, LL59 5RP, (13 miles, 21kms), Tel: 01248 712474, Email, www.pilipalas.co.uk

Free Parking, Butterfly House, Bird House, Snake House, lizard land. Phasmid Corner, Ant Avenue, Tropical Hide, Toddlers Corner, Pets Corner, Aviary, Butterfly Garden, Terrapin Pond, Cafe, Shop, Play area indoor and outdoor.

Tudor Slate Works, Y Groeslon, CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL54 7UE, (14 miles, 22kms), Tel: 01286 830242, Email, www.inigojones.co.uk

Self-guided tour includes video presentation, audio commentary on walkman, as well as geological, historical calligraphy and lettercutting exhibitions.

CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL55 2AY, (11 miles, 17kms), Tel: 01286 677617, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

Caernarfon Castle is one of the most impressive of the castles built by Edward I and is one of Europe's greatest medieval fortresses.

3 Penrallt, Menai Bridge, Isle of Anglesey, WALES, LL59 5LP, (13 miles, 22kms), Tel: 01248 713611, Email, www.angleseywalkingholidays.com

Award-winning local company offering walking holidays on the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path, part of the Wales Coast Path. Set and tailor-made packages include accommodation, maps, route planners and luggage transfers.

LLANBERIS, Gwynedd, LL55 4TT, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 0844 4938 120, Email, www.snowdonrailway.co.uk

Britain's only public track and pinion mountain railway runs from Llanberis to the summit of Snowdon at 3,560ft, the highest mountain in England and Wales.

Parc, Newborough, LLANFAIRPWLLGWYNGYLL, Isle of Anglesey, LL61 6RS, (8 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01248 440477, Email, www.angleseymodelvillage.co.uk/

Wander through a world of make believe and see models of Anglesey and many historical landmarks in miniature.

Gilfach Ddu, LLANBERIS, Gwynedd, LL55 4TY, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01286 870549, Email, www.lake-railway.co.uk

Enjoy a gentle ride behind a vintage steam engine along the shores of lake Padarn, with unrivalled views of Snowdon from viewpoints quite inaccessible by road.

Doc Fictoria, Balaclava Road, Caernarfon, Gwynedd, LL55 1TH, (11 miles, 17kms), Tel: 01286 669602, Email, www.celtica-wales.com

All over Wales you can find the Gems of Celtic Creativity – in textiles, crafts, art, food and so much more. Our team have searched Wales and the Celtic Countries for all that is best in local products and brought them together in a spec

Castle Street, BEAUMARIS, Isle of Anglesey, LL58 8AP, (17 miles, 27kms), Tel: 01248 810361, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

Beaumaris is the great unfinished masterpiece. It was built as one of the 'iron ring' of North Wales castles by the English monarch, Edward I to stamp his authority on the Welsh.

CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL55 1YA, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 01492 531731, Email

Caernarfon has a superb setting with the mountains of Snowdonia as a backdrop and wonderful views across the Menai Strait to Anglesey.The town is also home to mighty Caernarfon Castle built in the 13th Century by Edward I as a royal palace.

MENAI BRIDGE, Isle of Anglesey, LL59 5EA, (14 miles, 22kms), Tel: 01248 715046

A community project to celebrate the two famous bridges, the rich marine environment, the outstanding natural beauty of the Menai Straits and the story of the people of the area through the last centuries.

Fron Deg, Rhosgadfan, CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL54 7HR, (14 miles, 23kms), Tel: 01286 831818, Email, www.welshdragontours.com

WELSH DRAGON TOURS has been providing quality vacation packages throughout Wales since 2005. We specialize in flexible, exclusive itineraries for smaller groups and operate all year round.

Brynsiencyn, Isle of Anglesey, LL61 6TQ, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01248 430646, Email, www.foelfarm.co.uk

Foel Farm Park offers a great family visit to experience the sights, sounds and smells of a real working farm. We invite all visitors to meet, touch and feed the animals.

Penmon, Beaumaris, LL58 8RW, (19 miles, 30kms), Tel: 01443 336031, Email, cadw.wales.gov.uk/

Remains of the priory dating from the thirteenth century, when the house became part of the Augustinian order. The origins of the site are traditionally associated with St Seiriol in the sixth century.

Ffordd Clynnog, Llanwnda, CAERNARFON, Gwynedd, LL54 5DY, (13 miles, 21kms), Tel: 01286 830222, Email, www.gwynedd.gov.uk/parcglynllifon

Once described as Wales' best kept secret, Parc Glynllifon is now being restored. Enjoy a leisurely walk through 70 acres of exotic trees and plants, imported and planted over a hundred and fifty years ago.

Y FELINHELI, Gwynedd, LL56 4QN, (13 miles, 20kms), Tel: 01248 670076, Email, www.greenwoodforestpark.co.uk

GreenWood Forest Park is North Wales' leading family attraction situated between Bangor and Caernarfon. It offers a day out packed with forest fun and activities.