What to do and see in Gwynedd, Wales: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

The Lloyd George museum is situated in the heart of Llanystumdwy, the village where Lloyd George was brought up as a child. The museum itself tells the story of his life, from humble beginnings, to becoming one of the greatest British statesmen of the twentieth century. He is known as the man who; taxed the rich to help the poor, gave women the vote, introduced National Insurance and Old Age Pensions, led the country to victory during the First World War, and was instrumental during the peace talks at Versailles.Visitors can also step back in time and visit the Victorian cottage Highgate, his boyhood home, and his Uncle's shoemaker's workshop next door, which is joined to the Museum by a footpath through a Victorian Cottage garden.His grave is also located in the village, just a short walk up the drive from the Museum, he is buried in the woods above the river Dwyfor. We advise visitors that they may need at least an hour and a half for their visit, as there is the Museum itself to see, the cottage Highgate, and also a half hour film summarising his life and achievements.

Corris Mine Explorers is now closed until a time when it is safe for us to reopen and to run our award winning underground trips once again. Officially the Best Experience in Mid Wales 2019 / 20. Delve around the secret underground world of a Welsh slate mine with one of Wales' top Mine Explorers; abandoned and forgotten yet full of relics, stories & adventure. Our trips take you into parts of the mine, hand-dug and worked by Victorian miners in 1836 and areas worked up until the 1970s when the mine closed. As the door shut for the very last time a virtual time capsule was left behind which you can now explore. After years of research, our top Mine Guides will share stories of mining life as you explore the underground with some climbing and scrambling if you wish (these parts of the trip are optional). Our trips run with a small group of explorers which means that we can largely tailor make them to suit your wishes, interests and abilities. Discover, explore and have lots of fun.

The Talyllyn Railway is a historic narrow gauge steam railway, being the Worlds First preserved Railway!. Running continously since 1865, our track runs for 7.25miles from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn and Nant Gwernol through unspoilt Snowdonia. Operated by a dedicated group of Volunteers, the railway carries passengers along the same route their Victorian ancestors would have done. Retrace the quarrymans journey into the hills to mine slate. Our principle station at Tywyn is also home to the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum, Railway Shop and King's Licensed Cafe & Bistro. A large carpark is available close to the station. The line passes the delightful Dolgoch Falls and there are excellent forest walks at Nant Gwernol. We offer a great day out for all the family, allow 4 hours for a round trip, visit to the museum and something to eat!. Groups receive a discount when booked in advance.

Walk this stunning part of the Welsh Coastal path from the Castle in Caernarfon in the NE along the pilgrim's route to the beautiful church at Clynnog Fawr, and on to Trefor and the Iron Age hill fort of Tre'r Ceiri. Walk the sandy beaches of Nefyn, Morfa Nefyn and Porth Dinllaen, and Porth Penllech and Porth Oer/Whistling Sands as you head to Uwch Y Mynydd - the Lands End of the Llyn and overlook the tranquil island of Ynnis Enlli/Bardsey island. Stay a while and explore more and continue your walk allong the southern coast to Abersoch, Llanbedrog, Pwllheli, Cricieth and Black Rock Sands and Porthmadog. If you're interested you can stay with us a few days at our B&B and we will happily provide the daily shuttle service to and from any point on the walk from Clynnog Fawr to Pwllheli. That takes all the hassle out of organising your walk and you will stay in some luxury with us. You will not be disappointed check out our reviews on Trip Advisor.

Dragon Raiders Activity Park is set in beautiful woodland on the Llyn Peninsula. We offer Dragon Raiders Paintball Park, Segway Adventures and the EXCLUSIVE Bear Grylls Survival Challenge. The Paintball is situated with 30 acres of prime forest, where specially designed game zones have been created to give you the ultimate Paintball experience. Segway Adventures offers fun for all the family, choose to glide through relaxing forest treks or take on the challenge of going off-road on one of the Rally Treks. Enjoy the thrill of gliding on a Segway X2, designed to put a smile on your face!! The Bear Grylls Survival Challenge is the perfect opportunity to share a truly memorable and fun experience. Discover and learn Bear's key survival skills and techniques and then take on the 'Escape from Cabin Wood' challenge. Open all year!!

Private guided sightseeing tours in Snowdonia, North Wales and all of Wales. Celticos is a small, specialist registered company who offer a range of private, customised guided tours and services to meet all the specific needs and requirements of our clientele. Our driver guides Alwyn & Carl are both Welsh-born & bred so are able to offer you a truly authentic experience of their Welsh heritage and upbringing. Welsh being their first language enables them to talk about and explain Welsh place names and maybe even teach you a bit of their mother tongue. They are both extremely proud of their country and they will, without doubt, enthral you with many myths, legends and other tales. We are based in the heart of North West Wales and ideally positioned on the shores of the Menai Strait, between the mountains of Snowdonia and the Isle of Anglesey.

For family adventure visit GreenWood – Snowdonia’s totally unique eco-attraction! Ride the world’s first people powered rollercoaster and zoom down Wales’s longest sledge run. Explore TreeTop Towers, take the Jungle Boats challenge and conquer the Crocodile Maze. Learn something new – Archery, Stilt Walking or Den Building – then stomp along the BareFoot Trail.This multi award-winning attraction promises an unforgettable family day out, whatever the weather.