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PORTHMADOG

Events North Wales

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LLANDUDNO

Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways

MOSTYN Gallery | Shop | Cafe Wales’ foremost contemporary art gallery in the traditional seaside town of Llandudno. Six galleries, merging traditional and modern architecture, present exhibitions by artists and makers from Wales and around the world.

Steaming through the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, these railways offer a wide variety of journeys. You can use them for exploring, part of a day out walking, or to simply sit back, enjoy a coffee or a bottle of local brew brought to your seat, watching the scenery drift gently past. Check out our website for ideas and itineraries. Caernarfon – Porthmadog – Blaenau Ffestiniog

Eisteddfod The Urdd Eisteddfod will be visiting Denbigh and is one of the largest youth festivals in Europe, and is a celebration of the Welsh language, culture and wealth of young talent we have in Wales today.

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With friendly staff, activities for all ages, a lovely shop and café, there's something for everyone.

One child goes free with every full paying adult Tuesday - Sunday. All year round, except Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year's Day. Times 10.30am - 4.00pm (shop & cafe open until 5.00pm) 12 Vaughan Street, Llandudno, Conwy LL30 1AB Phone 01492 879201 www.mostyn.org

Open Open Late March to early November plus limited winter opening Time Please see website for train times and journey ideas Harbour Station, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9NF Phone 01766 516024 www.festrail.co.uk

May | www.urdd.cymru/en/eisteddfod/2020/

Curtis Cup - Conwy Golf Club

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HOME OF ADRENALINE INDOORS & SURF SNOWDONIA

10% discount on private climbing sessions with an instructor, using discount code BHGDO10 (T&C’s Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer) Open All year excluding Christmas Day / New Years Day Time Please check our website for up to date opening times Admission Adult From £7.00 Child (Under 18) From £5.00 Old Lifeboat Station, Lloyd Street, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2YG Phone 01492 353535 www.boathouseclimbingcentre.co.uk

Three miles north of Machynlleth on the A487

www.cat.org.uk | +44 (0) 1654 705950

Six days of the best music and folk dance - and the whole world in one place!

MACHYNLLETH

July | www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk

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Sail deep underground and through the magical veil of a waterfall into immense caverns and winding tunnels alive with Welsh myths and legends.

Anglesey Agricultural Show The Show offers superbly presented animals and livestock, shopping and exhibition pavilion, equestrian events, craft exhibitors, food hall, produce exhibitions, machinery and vehicle stands as well as much more.

LLANDUDNO

Coastal

King Arthur's Labyrinth

August | www.angleseyshow.org.uk

10% admissions discount. Not valid with any other offer. Excludes August

Wales Rally GB

Open 28th March to 1st November 2020 10am to 4.45pm (last boat leaves reception) Time Admission Adult £12.65 Child £8.40 Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF Phone 01654 761584 www.kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk

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Delighting visitors since 1902, you can’t miss Llandudno’s premier heritage attraction and Britain’s only cable-hauled road tram. The tram takes you on a picturesque, breath-taking one-mile journey to the summit of the Great Orme. At the Halfway Station, you can learn about the remarkable history of Victorian engineering and observe the powerful funicular system in action. Once you reach the top, relax and take in the amazing views or explore the Great Orme and its many attractions. Open Late March – Late October Time 10am – 6pm (closes 5pm during March and October only) Victoria Station, Church Walks, Llandudno, LL30 2NB Phone 01492 577877 www.greatormetramway.co.uk

BALA

October / November | www.walesrallygb.com

LLANDUDNO

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Great Orme Bronze Age Mines

The UK’s best white water rafting in Snowdonia National Park.

Visit Llandudno’s world famous Bronze Age mine. Visitor Centre, introductory film, underground tour, amazing 3,500 year old cavern, 4,000 year old opencast, smelting display and viewing areas.

@TrywerynNWWC thenationalwhitewatercentre

The Italiante Village’s annual Christmas event is a showcase of the best local food, drinks, gifts and entertainment.

All year Monday - Friday; 9am-4pm, Saturday & Sunday 9am-5.30pm Admission Rafting sessions from £37pp Frongoch, Bala, Gwynedd LL23 7NU Phone 01678 521083 info@nationalwhitewatercentre.co.uk

BETWS-Y-COED

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BALA

Conwy Valley Museum & Model Shop

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A true wonder of the ancient world. Located in the stunning Great Orme country park. Follow the ancient mine signs from Llandudno.

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December | www.portmeirion.wales/visit/whats-on

Open Mid March – End October Time 9.30am – Last entry 4.30pm Admission Check website for admission prices Great Orme, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2XG Phone 01492 870447 www.greatormemines.info

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Rhyl Rhyl

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Mary Jones World

£1 discount off a child’s ticket when accompanied by a full paying adult. Open April - October 2020 (Check website for dates) Time 10am - 5pm (Last entry 4pm) Admission Check website for admission prices Llanycil, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7YF Phone 01678 521877 www.bydmaryjonesworld.org.uk

Open All year (except Christmas Day and Boxing Day) Times 10am - 5pm The Old Goods Yard, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AL Phone 01690 710568 www.conwyrailwaymuseum.co.uk

Isle of Anglesey

parc waterpark parc dŵr dŵr bellach bellach ar ar agor agor now open

SC2rhyl.co.uk

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RHYL

North East Wales

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SeaQuarium See Seals and fabulous shows daily plus Sea Creatures within their natural habitats and witness the wonder of the ocean - an all weather attraction.

There’s plenty to see and do here in North Wales so to be kept up to date with what’s happening sign up to our newsletter at www.gonorthwales.co.uk/visitor-information/enewsletter-sign-up or visit our dedicated attractions website www.greatdaysoutnorthwales.com Date of visit

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Visit our award-winning visitor centre and discover the story of Mary Jones and the impact of the world’s best-selling book on Wales and the world. Our onsite café offers a variety of refreshments and snacks ranging from hot and cold drinks, light lunches and delicious homemade cakes. In addition there’s plenty of parking, a picnic area and a children’s playground! Set on the edge of Llyn Tegid, Mary Jones World is a great family day out in an idyllic location. Come visit to find out more!

Lots to enjoy at Betws-y-Coed Railway Complex. During the season and weekends there will be a steam engine pulling the train - at other times a diesel engine will be in service. For a different view of the site take the fifteen inch gauge electric tramcar - the only one in Wales. Browse our well stocked model shop with a large selection of trains including Hornby sets and accessories, die cast cars and planes, Airfix model kits and railway books. The museum is accessible to the disabled.

One free admission with one full paying adult only. You must present this voucher prior to paying, valid until end December 2020, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, management reserve the right to refuse admission. (Ref GDO-20) All year, Except Christmas & Boxing Day Open Time 10am - 4pm East Parade, Rhyl, Denbighshire, LL18 3AF Phone 01745 344660 www.seaquarium.co.uk

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RHYL

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BEAUMARIS

Pirate Island Adventure Golf Course

There’s plenty to see and do here in North Wales so to be kept up to date with what’s happening sign up to our newsletter at www.gonorthwales.co.uk/visitor-information/enewsletter-sign-up or visit our dedicated attractions website www.greatdaysoutnorthwales.com Date of visit

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Join us on one of our fast rib rides along the Menai Strait.

Book online and save 10%- promo code greatdaysout_10 Open Easter-October (group bookings available all year.) Times 09:00 - 18:00 Admission £40pp 2 hours, £25pp 1 hour, £15pp 1/2 hour All trips are weather permitting and subject to availability and minimum charges. Departure point: Beaumaris pier LL58 8BS Phone 01248 716335 www.angleseyboattrips.com

Easter to end of October Daily opening times vary Please call to check times on the day you visit Admission £5 Adult, £3.50 Children Coast Road, Rhyl, Denbighshire, LL18 3UU Phone 01745 342264 www.lyonsholidayparks.co.uk

WREXHAM

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COLWYN BAY

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Techniquest Glyndŵr

The Welsh Mountain Zoo

At Techniquest Glyndŵr you can discover the amazing world of science with over 65 interactive exhibits and puzzles together with a programme of live science shows that all the family will enjoy. Friendly staff will be on hand to help you get the most out of your visit and ensure you experience an allweather day out with a difference. You can bring your own food and refreshments to enjoy in our indoor café space or eat outside in our attractive picnic area. The centre is open all year round including Bank Holidays, (closed selected dates over Christmas - see website for details).

Go wild in Wales for a great day out - a friendly caring conservation zoo in lovely garden surroundings.

Kids go free with a full paying adult Open Tuesday - Sunday All year (except Xmas Eve/Day and New Years Eve/Day) Time Weekdays 10-16:30 • Weekends 11-16:30 Admission Adults £7, Concessions £6, Under fives Free Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 2AW Phone 01978 293400 www.tqg.org.uk

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Free daily presentation of Chimp Encounter and Sea Lion feeding. • Animal experiences (Pre-booking required) • Restaurant: hot meals and snacks served • Jungle Adventureland • Visit website to find out about special events. Entrance discount applicable to minimum entrance fee of one full paying adult plus one full paying child. Open Time

All Year except Christmas Day. Open daily from 9.30am Please see website for last admission and closing times Admission Adult £13.75 Child £10.35 Senior £12.15 Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5UY Phone 01492 532938 www.welshmountainzoo.org

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We offer a variety of trips including, wildlife adventure trips up to Puffin Island to see an array of wildlife including the little Puffin! Or you could follow the Anglesey coastline up towards the historic Menai Bridges and feel the thrill of the famous Swellies.

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Seawake

Located at Lyons Robin Hood Holiday Park on the Coast Road between Rhyl and Prestatyn, is the fantastic eighteen-hole Pirate Island Adventure Golf Couse. Complete with an accompanying pirate themed audio sound track and eye catching features, including a Great White Shark, a Pirate Ship and a Giant Octopus, there is plenty of unique fun for all the family. Play On Me Hearties – Play On !!

There’s plenty to see and do here in North Wales so to be kept up to date with what’s happening sign up to our newsletter at www.gonorthwales.co.uk/visitor-information/enewsletter-sign-up or visit our dedicated attractions website www.greatdaysoutnorthwales.com Date of visit

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National White Water Centre trywerynNWWC

Portmeirion Food & Craft Fair

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Great Orme Tramway

Guided by a Dark Age Boatman you will find tales of Dragons, Giants, Battles and King Arthur. To return, brave Dragon River!

Dayinsure Wales Rally GB brings the high octane excitement of the World Rally Championship to North Wales.

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We encourage a friendly and respectful environment where all climbers can challenge themselves, from beginners through to experienced and advanced climbers. We offer instructor led holiday activities for all ages, so come and try our Climbing Taster Sessions, Human Rat Run Cave System or take a Leap of Faith with us. Entrance to our Bouldering Wall and Climbing Tower is in accordance with registration, equipment is available to hire.

EXPLORE LEARN DISCOVER

June | www.randa.org/en/championships/curtiscup

There’s plenty to see and do here in North Wales so to be kept up to date with what’s happening sign up to our newsletter at www.gonorthwales.co.uk/visitor-information/enewsletter-sign-up or visit our dedicated attractions website www.greatdaysoutnorthwales.com

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Boathouse Climbing Centre

The Curtis Cup is the best known team trophy for women amateur golfers, awarded in the biennial Curtis Cup Match.

Llangollen International Eisteddfod

LLANDUDNO

BRYNSIENCYN

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Anglesey Sea Zoo Discover Anglesey Sea Zoo Bring the family along to visit Seahorses, Octopus, Lobsters and other exciting elusive British marine animals up close. Lose yourself in our moon jellyfish display or venture into the shipwreck. The aquarium also has its very own gift shop and a Rockpool Café which serves a wide selection of drinks, snacks and meals. If that isn’t enough, there’s a children’s play area, crazy golf and we’re right on Anglesey’s Coastal Path to guarantee a splashing day out. 10% admission in 2020 Open

Daily from February half term to end of November, please call or visit our website for our winter opening times. Brynsiencyn, Isle of Anglesey, LL61 6TQ Phone 01248 430411 www.angleseyseazoo.co.uk