Aberystwyth Directory: Useful local Aberystwyth Information page for visitors.

 

 

Abseil.com Abseil into Devil's Gorge, North Wales. Allow a half day for the thrill you won't forget!

 

 

Anglesey Information Site: A big site with lots of local and historical information about the Isle of Anglesea.

 

Anglesea Sea Zoo The Sea Zoo is an exhibition of living sealife from around the coast of Anglesey. It was founded in 1983 on the site of an oyster hatchery and has developed every year to become an important visitor attraction.

Bala Lake Railway:

 

Beacon Park Boats:

 

Beiciau Madian Quads & Laser Sport:

 

Bethania Adventure Lake Vyrnwy:

 

 

Big Pit: The National Mining Museum: National Mining Museum of Wales is a real coal mine and one of Britain's leading mining museums. With facilities to educate and entertain all ages, Big Pit is an exciting and informative day out.

Black Mountain Activities Ltd:

 

 

Bodnant Garden:

 

 

Boddelwyddan Castle: Bodelwyddan Castle is situated in Denbighshire, North Wales. Set in 260 acres of magnificent parkland, the Castle is now an outstation of the National Portrait Gallery and is open to the public most days throughout the year.

Brecon Beacons: This site is dedicated to landscape photography and walking in the wild areas of Wales. It also includes mountain lists and a mugshot gallery of contributors to the uk.rec.walking newsgroup.

Bryan's Ground Garden:

 

Caerphilly Castle: Vastly impressive, the largest castle in Wales. The ingenuity of its fortifications, above all the scale of its water defences is scarcely rivalled anywhere in Europe.

 

 

Caldicot Castle & Country Park: Magnificent castle set in 50 acres of beautiful parkland ..

 

 

 

Cardiff Castle: Discover 2000 years history. From the arrival of the Romans to the Norman conquest to lavish Victorian design - all have left their distinctive mark on the castle for you to explore .....

Cardigan Bay Yacht Charter:  Sailing Yacht "Celine" available for Dolphin Watch Day Trips in Cardigan Bay and Skippered Charters of up to 14 days, along the Welsh coast,or to Ireland  and the Isle of Man.

 

Celtic Diving:

 

Conwy Castle: Built for King Edward I between 1283-87, Master James of St George's design at Conwy remains a most outstanding achievement of medieval military architecture. A distinctive elongated shape, with 2 barbicans, 8 massive towers and a great bow-shaped hall, perhaps determined by the narrow rocky outcrop on which the castle stands. A World Heritage Site.

Cosmeston Lakes Country Park & Medieval Village: Discover an authentic medieval village in 110 hectares of countryside. Explore meadows, lakes, woodland and wetalnd and visit the 14th century ...

 

Country House Associations List

 

 

 

Dragon Raiders Paintball Park:

 

Dyfi Valley 'Raptor' Experience:

 

Entertainment Information List

 

 

 

Gardens of Wales List

 

 

 

 

Glasfryn Parc: Welcome to Glasfryn Parc – Wales’ premier activity and adventure centre. Come and enjoy the many activities we have on offer at our centre located in the heart of the Llyn Peninsula in North Wales. Whether you decide to take the challenge of the go-kart circuit or try your hand at archery or ten pin bowling, we offer the ideal family day out for everyone aged from three years up…just don’t forget your camera!

Golden Castle Riding Stables:

 

 

 

 

Great Little Trains of Wales: A very special way of seeing some of the best scenery in the British Isles. All are narrow gauge steam railways and some have a history spanning well over 100 years. All of them have in common the charm of old-time steam trains with plenty of polished paintwork and brass, and most originally served to carry Welsh slate from the quarries to the sea. No two are the same and they all offer a unique experience of a bygone era. Their leisurely speed gives time to take in some of the splendid scenery.

Great Orme Tramway:

 

 

 

 

 

Greenmeadow Community Farm: A great day out for all the family. Milking demonstrations, tractor and trailer rides, adventure playground, sand pit, pets corner, cafe, shop and woodland walks ..

 

 

 

History Sites List

 

Hotel Finder Sites List

 

Llandudno Museum:

 

 

 

 

Llanerch Vineyard: Visit the largest vineyard in Wales producing the award winning, estate grown 'Cariad' Welsh wines. Take the vineyard trail, tour the estate and taste the wines ..

 

Llandudno North Wales Theatre: The North Wales Theatre located on the Promenade in Llandudno has a wide variety of shows and concerts, from modern musicals to classical concerts, and from solo artists to vaudeville comedians.

Mill Cottage Garden:

Miscellaneous Cultural/Ethic Sites

 

Miscellaneous Welsh Information

 

Museum of Mechanical Magic:

 

Museum of Modern Art:

 

 

 

 

 

Nantgarw China Works: Visitors to the museum can experience a video which describes the history of the site, a collection of Billingsley's porcelain. Explore the site including the pipe-works and view a reconstructed bottle-kiln and see a potter working.

 

 

 

Pontypridd Museum: Offers the visitor a comprehensive glimpse into the historical and cultural past of the area. Occupying the former Tabernacle Chapel built in 1861 and magnificently refurbished in 1910. Since ceasing as a place of worship in 1983 and being taken over by the Town Council, the building has been restored. The ceiling, pulpit and organ are wonderful examples of the best chapel interiors. The Museum is open Mondays to Saturdays 10am - 5pm.

Portmeirion: The architectural wonder of Portmeirion in North Wales, set in 70 acres of subtropical woodland gardens. Location of 60's TV drama The Prisoner.

 

 

 

Powis Castle & Garden:

 

Public Transportation Info. Sites List

 

Raglan Castle:

 

RedBike Hire

 

Red  Kite Feeding Centre:

 

Rhayader & Elan Valley Angling Association:

 

Rheidol Railway:

 

Rhondda Heritage Park: Based at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery, Rhondda Heritage Park is a living testament to the mining communities of the World famous Rhondda Valleys. The Park offers a fascinating insight into the rich culture and character of the Rhondda Valleys in an unique entertaining and educational environment for all ages. Underground experience, multi media presentations, period village street, plus much more completes the heritage experience.

Rhyl Sun Centre:

 

 

 

 

Roman Legionary Museum: Founded by the Romans in AD 75, the fortress at Caerleon guarded the region for over 200 years. Learn what made the Romans a formidable force and how life wouldn't be the same without them. A large collection of objects that show us how they lived, fought, worshipped and died. Children visiting at weekends and during school holidays can step back in time into a full sized barrack room, try on replica armour and experience the life of a Roman soldier.

Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama: The Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama is the National Conservatoire of Wales, providing specialist practical and performance-based training that enables students to enter and influence the music, theatre and related professions.

 

 

St David's Cathedral:

 

 

 

Sarah Jane Willis Pottery:

 

 

 

Splash Sailing - Yacht Charter:

 

 

 

Sports & Hobbies Organisations List

 

 

 

Sygun Copper Mine: A family attraction in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park open most of the year. See Snowdonia's famous stalactites and stalagmites and learn and discover with audio-visual presentations and multi-lingual interpretation. The Sygun Copper Mine is an excellent venue for groups and includes many fantastic activities such as 'Gold-panning' (seasonal). Featured on the BBC2 program 'This Land'.

 

Talyllyn Railway:  The Talyllyn Railway is a historic narrow-gauge steam railway, set in the beautiful Mid-Wales countryside. Running from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn and Nant Gwernol, the line passes the delightful Dolgoch Falls and there are excellent forest walks at Nant Gwernol.

 

Techniquest:  Techniquest is a science discovery centre, designed to engage people of all ages in science through interactive exhibits and live demonstrations. As well as 160 hands-on exhibits, we host a unique programme of special events for families and leisure groups. This includes captivating shows in the Science Theatre, fascinating tours of the universe in the Planetarium and a chance for visitors to experiment in the Laboratory and Discovery Room.

Theme Parks List

 

Trans Wales Trails: 

 

Tredegar House and Park:  Set in 80 acres of award-winning gardens and parkland it is one of the finest examples of Restoration architecture in Wales ..

Trefriw Woollen Mills:  At Trefriw Woollen Mills in the Snowdonia National Park, North Wales we manufacture Welsh double weave (tapestry) bedspreads (carthenni) and tweeds. We carry out all the processes from raw wool to bedcovers, i.e. blending, carding, spinning, doubling, dyeing, warping and weaving. We generate our own electricity using water turbines. Thomas Williams bought the mill in 1859. His descendants still own and operate it.

Tweedmill Factory Outlets:

 

 

 

 

Welsh Highland Railway - Porthmadog:

 

 

Welsh Language Board: Useful background information about the Welsh language and the Welsh Language Board and its work. The site also has a Welsh language course which can be undertaken at home.

 

 

 

Welsh Language & Heritage Centre:

 

 

 

 

Welsh Mountain Zoo:

 

 

 

 

Welsh National Opera: Europe's busiest touring opera company and largest provider of touring opera in the UK. In 2004, WNO moved into its first ever home theatre in the new £100m Wales Millennium Centre (WMC) in Cardiff Bay, providing a firmer base for touring throughout the UK and internationally. With the WMC as its rehearsal and administrative base, along with a significant proportion of its technical production work, WNO will be at the heart of one of the most exciting arts buildings to be created in Europe in decades.

Welshpool & Llanfair Railway:

 

 

 

 

Welsh Slate Museum: The Welsh Slate Museum at Llanberis has recently been relaunched following investment of a £1.6 million lottery grant, bringing back to life the inheritance of the North Wales slate industry which roofed the industrial revolution. The Museum building is sited in the Victorian workshops built in the shadow of Elidir mountain, site of the vast Dinorwig quarry.

 

 

 

 

The Great British Heritage Pass: Can cover its cost in just a few visits. For example, Blenheim Palace's standard entrance charge is £11.50, Hampton Court Palace is £11.80, Warwick Castle is £13.50 and Windsor Castle £11.50. A total of £48.30, whereas a 4-day Pass costs just £28.00! That's a saving of over 40%. Or 7-Day Pass costs £39, 15-Day Pass £52, 1-Month Pass £70.

The National Trust Touring Pass: For Overseas visitors to the UK only. Many properties to choose from and well worth while considering.

 

 

 

 

Oakwood Park:

 

Aberdovey Golf Club: Set amongst the beautiful scenery of Snowdonia National Park - championship links course.

Abersoch Golf Club: On the Llyn Peninsula in Gwynedd, North Wales, offering a warm welcome to members and visitors alike.

Cradoc Golf Club:   18 hole parkland course on fringe of Brecon Beacons National Park.

 

Ladies European Tour: Information about this Tournament.

 

PGA European Tour:  Information about this Tournament.

 

Porthmadog: Links course in North Wales.

 

UK Hotel finder:

 

World Heritage List from UNESCO:   The complete list of World Heritage Sites.

Archery: Tha Grand National Archery Society site covers all UK competitive archery.....

 

Athletics:  Website of the official body governing UK athletics. Future meetings lists, information about UK clubs and more ...

 

Badminton: BADMINTON England is the sport's governing body in England and actively promotes and encourages its development from grass roots, through clubs, local leagues and county organisations to the National Squad.

Bowls: The English Bowls Association ..

 

Boxing: Latest BBC info: ....

 

Canoeing & Kayaking: Info. from the British Canoe Union official site ....

Climbing: Info about British Mountain Guides ...

Croquet:  The Croquet Association (CA) regulates and promotes the sport of croquet in the UK, except in Scotland. Information on all aspects of the CA's responsibilities and activities will readily be found here....

Cycling:  The internationally recognised governing body for cycling in Great Britain.

 

Darts:  British Darts Organisation website with information on the game and competitions.

 

Diving UK:  The British Sub Aqua Club website .....

 

Dog racing:  The website of the Greyhound Racing Association, with details of meetings.

 

Fishing England:   General course fishing Information.

Fishing Scotland: A nationwide fishing directory ..

Flying - Microlight: The British Microlight Flying Association website has all you need to get started.

 

Golf England:   See: 'Golf.. England' above

 

Tennis:  The UK Lawn Tennis Association site ....

Target Shooting:  British Association for Shooting and Conservation site .....