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Interesting facts
Wakestock festival has been held here for several years. There is a welcome for all, from eight to eighty, as long as the spirit is young.
Many years ago, Porthdinllaen was an important port. These days there is only one pub and a few cottages here. It is well worth the stroll along Morfa Nefyn beach to reach the Ty Coch, a lovely place to wet your beak!
Plas yn Rhiw was bought by three sisters, Eileen, Lorna and Honora Keating in 1938. They were responsible for renovating the estate and nurturing the interesting plants and gardens. | |
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This coast is one of outstanding beauty. Whilst walking along the heavenly beaches it is difficult not to wonder at the enchantment of this part of the world.
There are five blue lanes in the county of Gwynedd, these are lanes which have been purposefully built for walkers and cyclists who wish to enjoy over thirty miles of welsh countryside. People with disabilities can also enjoy these paths in suitable buggies.
This coastline is truly beautiful and it is quite possible to be totally immersed in the magnificent scenery with only the cry of the seagull or the bark of the seal interrupting the total tranquillity.
There is no hurry here, no must to reach the end of the journey before it has even started. It’s worth feeling the sand between your toes on Black Rock beach near Porthmadog, before busying yourself creating wonders with a bucket and spade.
Large areas of the Llyn Peninsula are part of the heritage coast and there are many sanctuaries and country parks here with visitors coming from afar to see the abundance of bird life. The National Trust plays an important role in safekeeping and managing this countryside. Dinas Oleu above Barmouth was the first property they acquired back in 1895. They’re also responsible for the magical village of Porthdinllaen, and the Trust also owns Plas yn Rhiw, the quaint 16th century manor house on the gentle slopes of Rhiw mountain above Hell’s Mouth.
This is an outstandingly welcoming area that offers hospitality to people of all ages including those with disabilities. It’s quite possible for everyone to enjoy the activities on offer. A pleasurable way to appreciate the area is to ride in the saddle, gulping the freshness of the country air, and canter along the beaches with the majestic mountains of Snowdonia looking over you.
If it’s teeing off for eighteen holes that takes your fancy, there are excellent courses to be found on the Llyn Peninsula. It would be impossible to leave here without tasting some of the local produce. Every year the Seafood Festival is held in the market town of Pwllheli, so even for those who are not ready to catch their own supper, it’s possible to enjoy a meal of local welsh produce second to none!
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