Capel Celyn

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Wales
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Llyn Celyn during the extended hot spell of summer 2018, showing low water levels.
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Llyn Celyn Resevoir, Snowdonia North Wales. Water lever extremely low due to our dry spell in the UK. lyn Celyn is a large reservoir constructed between 1960 and 1965 in the valley of the River Tryweryn in Gwynedd, Wales. It measures roughly 2.5 miles long by 1 mile wide, and has a maximum depth of 140 ft.
Llanycil - Mynydd Nodol seen across Llyn Celyn Construction of Llyn Celyn involved flooding the village of Capel Celyn and adjacent farmland, a deeply controversial move. Much of the anger was occasioned because the village was a strong-hold of Welsh culture and the Welsh language, whilst the reservoir was being built to supply Liverpool and parts of Wirral with water, rather than Wales. The legislation enabling the development was also passed despite the opposition of 35 out of 36 Welsh Members of Parliament, with the 36th not voting. This led to an increase in support for the Welsh Nationalist party, Plaid Cymru, in the late 1950s and gave fresh impetus to Welsh devolution. The drowned community is commemorated by the Tryweryn Memorial Chapel.
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IXORA Hotel and Spa

IXORA Hotel and Spa

3 out of 5
Conway Road Conwy Wales
The price is €120 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€120
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Conwy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Conwy Valley Maze and Conwy Water Gardens are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (135 reviews)
The staff at hotel amazing friendly and very helpful hotel room amazing breakfast was the best cooked breakfast and bar restaurant amazing very good priced had amazing 4 days there will be going again

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

IXORA Hotel and Spa
Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Dolgellau Wales
Stay at this cottage in Dolgellau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cymer Abbey and Llyn Tan y Graig are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The cottage was comfortable, with good amenities, nice and quiet and good location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

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Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!
Waterloo Hotel Lodge

Waterloo Hotel Lodge

3 out of 5
Holyhead Road Betws-Y-Coed Wales
The price is €86 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
€86
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Betws-Y-Coed. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (769 reviews)
Happy with my stay. Staff were very helpful and welcoming

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Waterloo Hotel Lodge
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Rose Cottage Beddgelert Set on the Banks of the River Colwyn Snowdonia

Rose Cottage Beddgelert Set on the Banks of the River Colwyn Snowdonia

Beddgelert Gwynedd
Stay at this cottage in Caernarfon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Gelert's Grave and Aberglaslyn Pass are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (22 reviews)
Lovely cottage in a beautiful village walking distance to pubs and restaurants, local shop and ice cream parlour. Some excellent walks on your doorstep to suit all abilities.

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Rose Cottage Beddgelert Set on the Banks of the River Colwyn Snowdonia
SNOWDONIA LOG CABIN RETREAT 4 BERTH FAMILY/PET FRIENDLY. STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

SNOWDONIA LOG CABIN RETREAT 4 BERTH FAMILY/PET FRIENDLY. STUNNING MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Trawsfynydd Wales
Stay at this cabin in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and balconies. Popular attractions Eryri National Park and Llyn Gelli-Gain are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (151 reviews)
The cabin looks out on to beautiful mountains. The cabin was cosy and comfortable. Lovely short stay with our 2 dogs. Wish we had booked longer.The site has a nice bistro that you can get a drink and some food. Lovely location. Take a torch if walking about at night.

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025

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Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Dolgellau Wales
Stay at this cottage in Dolgellau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cymer Abbey and Llyn Tan y Graig are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The cottage was comfortable, with good amenities, nice and quiet and good location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!
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Popular places to visit

Lake Bala

Llyn Tegid

You can learn about the history of Bala with a visit to Llyn Tegid. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Llyn Tegid
Lake Bala

Bala Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bala Lake during your travels in Bala. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Bala Lake

Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre during your travels in Llanuwchllyn.

Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre

Caerau Uchaf Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Caerau Uchaf Gardens, a lovely green space in Llandderfel. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Caerau Uchaf Gardens

Maes Tegid

Catch an event at Maes Tegid during your trip to Bala. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Maes Tegid

Llandderfel Quarry

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llandderfel Quarry during your travels in Llandderfel.

Llandderfel Quarry

Things to do

Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure

Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure

€75
per adult
Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure
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