Browsing leisure pursuits within 25 miles of Llofft Allan

Southern Snowdonia, UK, (10 miles, 16kms), 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

Coed-y-Brenin Forest Park, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ, (9 miles, 14kms), Tel: 0845 094 9751, Email, goape.co.uk/days-out/coed-y-brenin

Take to the trees and speed down zip slides. They're part of an ardrenalin filled course of rope bridges, Tarzan swings and crossings; all set up to 120 feet above the forest floor.

Gorsaf Wharf Station, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9EY, (14 miles, 23kms), 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

Station Road, Aberdovey, Gwynedd, LL35 0RT, (17 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01654 767493, Email, www.aberdoveygolf.co.uk

Championship golf links, est. 1892 set on the beautiful Cambrian coast. Attractive to golfers of all abilities. Handicap certificate essential.

Gwynedd, UK, (5 miles, 9kms), 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.

Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ, (9 miles, 14kms), 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, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9RF, (14 miles, 23kms), 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

Gwynedd, UK, (18 miles, 28kms), 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.

Penrhyn Drive North, Fairbourne, Gwynedd, LL38 2DJ, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01341 250979, Email, www.fairbournegolfclub.co.uk

Fairbourne Golf Club is situated in the seaside resort of Fairbourne. The 1,000 yard hole par 3 course is set in an idyllic location and is open to the general public. Trolleys, clubs and balls are available for hire.

Mid Wales, SY20 8EE, (18 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01597 827562, Email, www.nationaltrail.co.uk/glyndwrsway

A 132 mile trail set in the heart of Mid Wales breathtaking countryside, dedicated to the 15c Welsh warrior and self proclaimed Prince Owain Glyndwr

Walk Route: Glyndwr's Way Section 10-13

Southern Snowdonia, UK, (7 miles, 11kms), Tel: 01654 703435, www.visitmidwales.co.uk

This composite site takes in two very different habitats around the Mawddach estuary which are open to the public.The Mawddach Valley Nature Reserve comprises five separate sites that include two reserves - the Arthog Bog & Coed Garth Gell.

Pennal, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9JY, (16 miles, 26kms), Tel: 01654 791631, Email, www.macdonaldhotels.co.uk/resorts/plas-talgarth/

Plas Talgarth occupies 64 acres of parkland below the wooded hillsides of Snowdonia National Park, just a short drive from Cardigan Bay which boasts some of Britains finest beaches.

Eglwysfach, Nr Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8TA, (18 miles, 29kms), Tel: 01654 700222, Email, www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/y/ynys-hir/index.asp

The RSPB Ynys-Hir nature reserve includes oak woodland, lowland grass meadows, reedbeds and saltmarsh.

Gwynedd, UK, (14 miles, 23kms), www.visitmidwales.com

Take a walk around the coastal town of Tywyn and explore the history of the churches and chapels.

Aberystwyth Road, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8ER, (18 miles, 28kms), Tel: 01654 703300

Bro Ddyfi Leisure Centre: An indoor 20 meter leisure swimming pool and 30ft flume, sports hall, squash courts, climbing wall and fitness suite.

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2TG, (9 miles, 14kms), Tel: 01341 440238, Email, www.ccgc.gov.uk/landscape--wildlife/protecting-our-landscape/special-landscapes--sites/protected-landscapes/national-nature-reserves/coed-ganllwyd.aspx

The Dolmelynllyn estate is about 5 miles north of Dolgellau. To explore the estate, which includes the Coed Ganllwd Nature Reserve. This ancient woodland extends up the hill and valley side above the famous Rhaeadr Ddu (Black Falls).

Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2ES, (9 miles, 15kms), Tel: 01341 422603

Founded in 1910 Dolgellau Golf Club has been referred to frequently as 'the most beautiful course in the world'. 9 hole

Ffestiniog Golf Club, Y Cefn, Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 4NP, (14 miles, 22kms), Tel: 01766 831829

Set in the mountains of the Snowdonia National Park, this 9 hole course offers a challenge and stunning views of surrounding countryside.

Powys, SY20 8AE, (18 miles, 28kms), www.dyfimountainbiking.org.uk

Three great off-road routes ranging from 10 to 20 miles venturing into the Plynlimon mountains.