Browsing local attractions within 25 miles of Cross Foxes Bar Grill and Rooms

Llanuwchlyn Station, Llanuwchlyn, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7DD, (11 miles, 18kms), Tel: 01678 540666, Email, www.bala-lake-railway.co.uk

A delightful ride through the glorious scenery of the Snowdonia National Park along the shore line of Wales' largest natural lake.

Southern Snowdonia, UK, (3 miles, 4kms), Tel: 01341 422888, Email, www.discoverdolgellau.com

Discover the ideal base to explore Snowdonia National Park. An historic mountain town built on the wool trade and steeped in folklore. Visit Dolgellau to explore dramatic scenery, adrenalin-fuelled activities and world heritage attractions

Harbour Station, PORTHMADOG, Gwynedd, LL49 9NF, (18 miles, 30kms), Tel: 01766 516000, Email, www.festrail.co.uk

The Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world, established in 1832.

Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01654 710472, Email, www.talyllyn.co.uk

Historic narrow gauge railway with steam hauled trains in the Snowdonia National Park. Discover our past hauling slate and local goods, and enjoy the views, wildlife and woodland walks. The world's first preserved railway.

Rail Route: Tywyn - Abergynolwyn

Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5NA, (19 miles, 30kms), Tel: 01970 871224, Email, www.animalarium.co.uk

The Animalarium at Borth is open all year round. This is a Zoo with a difference, we take unwanted Zoo animals and exotic pets.!

Gwynedd, UK, (16 miles, 25kms), Tel: 01654 767321, Email, www.visitsnowdonia.info

One of Britain's prettiest little seaside resorts and sailing ports. Pastel-coloured terraces front a large sandy beach and quaint old harbour. A popular centre for sailing, watersports and golf.

The Old Sawmill, Lake Vyrnwy, Oswestry, Powys, SY10 0NA, (16 miles, 25kms), Tel: 01691 870317, Email, www.artisans-lakevyrnwy.co.uk

Explore beautiful Lake Vyrnwy - hire a tandem or cycle, walk, birdwatch or just relax! - Artisans coffee shop also offers a variety of excellent refreshments and a large selection of gifts in our craft shop including home made products.

Gwynedd, UK, (16 miles, 25kms), Tel: 01676 521021, Email, www.VisitBala.org

Bala - home to the largest natural lake in Wales, surrounded by the peaks of Aran Benllyn, Arenig Fawr and the Berwyn Mountains

Bala, Gwynedd, UK, (16 miles, 25kms), Tel: 01678 521021, Email, www.VisitBala.org

Bala Lake is the largest natural lake in Wales and is approximately four miles (6km) long and a mile (1.6km) wide. The lake is known in Welsh as 'Llyn Tegid', meaning Lake of Serenity.

Gwynedd, UK, (10 miles, 15kms), Tel: 01341 280787, Email, www.visitmidwales.co.uk/area/Barmouth.aspx

Barmouth is one of the most picturesque resorts on the Welsh coast and is surrounded by the unrivalled splendour of the Snowdonia National Park.

Borth, Ceredigion, SY24 5HY, (19 miles, 30kms), Tel: 01970 612125, Email, www.tourism.ceredigion.gov.uk/saesneg/bcy.htm

Borth is a coastal village just 7 miles north of Aberystywth. During summer its many campsites and holiday parks are home to hundreds of visitors to the area - many of whom have been returning here for years.

Southern Snowdonia, LL39 1AX, (4 miles, 7kms), Tel: 01341 422888, Email, www.visitmidwales.co.uk/thedms.aspx?dms=13&venue=1012055

Cader/Cadair Idris is a spectacular mountain reserve with a variety of landscapes and terrain. Rugged summits, glacial lakes and a mossy wooded gorge cover over 450 hectares of breathtaking landscape.

Parliament House, Heol Maengwyn, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8EE, (9 miles, 15kms), Tel: 01654 702932, Email, www.canolfanglyndwr.org

The Owain Glyndwr Centre is built on the site of the famous parliament held in 1404 at which Owain was crowned Prince of Wales. The Centre hosts a new interactive and informative exhibition on the life, times and vision of Owain Glyndwr.

Abergynolwyn, Gwynedd, UK, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01443 336000, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk

Deep in the mountainous heart of mid Wales, nestling at the foot of Cader Idris, lie the ruins of Castell y Bere. An atmospheric site, it is an outstanding example of a stronghold of the native Welsh princes.

Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ, (7 miles, 12kms), Tel: 01341 440747, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/coedybrenin

Coed y Brenin visitor centre is the gateway to Coed y Brenin Forest Park. Try world-class mountain bike trails, family walks, café, cycle shop, all-ability play area and an easy access trail.

Corris, nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01654 761584, Email, www.corriscraftcentre.com

Home to 9 Craft Studios and the resident designer-makers. Find unique items handcrafted with care for your home, garden and gifts for others. Drop in to make your own crafts.

Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01654 761244, Email, www.corrismineexplorers.co.uk

Explore the abandoned workings of an old Welsh slate mine with one of Wales' top Mine Explorers. More than 130 years of mining history is captured inside awaiting discovery. Machinery, tools & inspirational stories of life in the mine

Station Yard, Corris, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9SH, (5 miles, 8kms), Tel: 01654 761303, Email, www.corris.co.uk

In the Heart of the Land of the Little Trains, The Corris Railway is a narrow gauge (2' 3") railway whose origins date back to the 1850's.

Llanfor, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7DU, (17 miles, 27kms), Tel: 01678 520036, Email, melaniewilliams.net

Encaustic painting is an ancient art dating back 3000 years. Mel uses hot wax and hot tools in her encaustic painting today to create artworks which are displayed in her studio. Tailor made Encaustic Painting Breaks with B&B.

Gwynedd, UK, (10 miles, 16kms), Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

The Dyfi Forest is located mainly to the north of the Afon Dyfi between Dolgellau to the north and Machynlleth to the south. Dyfi is a 6000ha forest - a spectacular landscape well worth exploring.

Nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8PD, (14 miles, 22kms), Tel: 01443 336000, Email, cadw.wales.gov.uk/daysout/dyfifurnace/?lang=en

Restored mid-eighteenth-century charcoal-fired blast furnace, used for smelting iron ore.

Powys, UK, (16 miles, 27kms), Tel: 0300 068 0300, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

Dyfnant and Vyrnwy Forests are in a part of Mid Wales renowned for its rolling hills, lush green valleys and picturesque farmsteads and villages. The Forest caters for horse riding and carraige driving as well as walking and picnic areas.

Llanidloes, Powys, UK, (19 miles, 30kms), Tel: 0300 068 0300, Email, www.forestry.gov.uk/walesapp

The Hafren Forest takes its name from the River Severn, the Afon Hafren in Welsh, which takes its rise about a mile from the western boundary of the forest, high up on the slopes of Pumlumon, the highest mountain in Mid Wales.

Gwynedd, LL46 2YA, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01341 280787, www.secretsnowdonia.co.uk

This historic town located on the Cambrian Coast, is best known for Harlech Castle, which today is recognised as a World Heritage site. Harlech also boasts fantastic blue flag beaches and one of Wales' finest golf courses.

Castle Square, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2YH, (15 miles, 24kms), Tel: 01766 780552, Email, www.cadw.wales.gov.uk/default.asp?id=6&PlaceID=78

Explore the magnificent castle of Edward I at Harlech - which is inscribed on the World Heritage List. One of the most formidable and dominant fortresses in Wales. Panoramic views of Snowdonia and the sea. On site exhibition.

The Old Post Office, 8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AF, (10 miles, 16kms), Tel: 01654 703945, Email, www.iansnow.co.uk

Ian Snow started his business in 1978 selling throws, curtains, cushin covers, clothes, aromatherapy oils, books, candles, cards, and much much more.

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