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Beaches

Barmouth

On the estuary of the River Mawddach, Barmouth beach is a traditional beach in many ways. A perfect place for families...

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Aberdaron

At the far end of the Llŷn Peninsula, Aberdaron beach is a mile long and is within an Area Of Outstanding...

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Pwllheli

Located to the south west of Pwllheli Harbour, there is a wide range of local services within easy reach of the...

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Dinas Dinlle

A beach that is popular with families with striking views across to the Llŷn Peninsula and to Anglesey.

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Tywyn

Spanning over 5 miles of primitive coastline from Tywyn to the north, Aberdovey harbour to the South, Tywyn boasts long sandy...

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Black Rock Sands

Morfa Bychan beach, locally referred to as Black Rocks Sands, is a sandy beach with rocky areas which ironically are not...

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Criccieth

Criccieth’s sandy and grained beach sits beneath the headland of a majestic 13th century castle. This headland provides shelter from westerly...

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Trefor

The beach itself is a mixture of sand and pebbles and is mostly shaded but there are winds from the north-east.Trefor...

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Morfa Nefyn

Morfa Nefyn beach is under the care of National Trust and is a fine sand beach with a sheltered bay and...

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Glan-y-Don, Morfa’r Garreg

A hidden treasure in Lleyn Peninsula, the beach faces south and is 3 miles of fine sand, stone and beautiful sand...

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Llanbedrog

Llanbedrog beach is under the care of the National Trust.You can expect extensive areas of golden sand giving way to shallow...

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Porthor (oer), Pwllheli

Porthor Beach (also known as Whistling Sands) is under the care of the National Trust and is an exceptionally beautiful beach...

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Penllech

This sandy beach extends for over a mile at low tide. At either end are rock pools while at the back...

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Towyn, Pwllheli

Towyn beach is a beautiful sandy beach on the northern coast of Llyn. A walking path leads down from the road...

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Benar Beach

Benar Beach, located next to the Morfa Dyffryn nature reserve, is a stunning and clean beach known for its extensive sandy...

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Llandanwg Beach

Llandanwg Beach sits between the towns of Barmouth and Harlech on the southern side of Tremadog Bay. It is also part...

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Harlech

Overlooking the vast, peaceful Harlech beach there is a symbol of past conflict in Harlech Castle, a world heritage site. There...

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Destinations

Glynllifon Country Park

Come and enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at Glynllifon’s historic grounds and craft centre. 

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Padarn Country Park

There’s plenty to do at Padarn Country Park! Come and have a great day out that everyone will enjoy. 

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Woods and Walks

Wern Mynach Nature Reserve

The Cistercian monks from the Cymer Abbey, Llanelltyd originally gave the  site to Barmouth’s residents for leisure purposes and, after a...

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Coed Doctor Community Woodland, Llanberis

Coed Doctor is a densely wooded area on the edge of the village that provides a nice change of scene. An...

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Playgrounds

Aberdyfi

The beach and the play park are next to each other which makes it easy to combine the enjoyment of both...

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Tywyn Leisure Park

The seaside park is approached via Pier Road from the town centre in Tywyn by following the signs for the beach. ...

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Leisure Park, Dolgellau

As you cross the bridge to enter the town of Dolgellau from the north, you will see the play area on...

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Harlech (King George V Playing Field)

 An enclosed safe playing field with ample equipment, benches and picnic tables. Large filed also for free play. No parking but...

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Aberdaron

The play park and the beach are close to each other which makes it easy to combine the enjoyment of both...

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Bron Y De, Pwllheli

This is a small park but is located very close to the South Beach, and the beach car park itself is...

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Glynllifon Country park

Come and enjoy a fun day out for the whole family at Glynllifon’s historic grounds and craft centre. 

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The Park, Porthmadog

Porthmadog’s High Street is within a stone’s throw of the park. There are plenty of picnic tables available and it’s possible...

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The Marine, Dinas Dinlle

In the popular beach village of Dinas Dinlle, it is easy to find on the beach road in Dinas Dinlle. 

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Penmorfa

Great field for football or rugby kick about with post located there. Picnic table available and solid play equipment’s. 

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Here, you can discover new ideas about where you can go and what you can do when playing outside, including some of the best beaches, parks, playgrounds, woods and nature reserves in North Wales.

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