Towns and Villages in Southern Snowdonia

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  1. Harlech town & castle
    Harlech is a historic town on the Snowdonia coast which has fantastic beaches, Royal St David's - one of Wales' finest golf courses and Harlech Castle which a World heritage site.
  2. Dollgellau
    Dolgellau is the ideal base to explore southern Snowdonia's dramatic scenery, adrenalin-fuelled activities and world heritage attractions. It's a historic mountain town built on the wool trade and steeped in folklore.
  3. Barmouth in Southern Snowdonia is a great location for Mountain, Sand and Sea. Extensive sandy beach with attractions, water sports and boat trips.
    Barmouth is one of the most picturesque resorts on the Welsh coast and is surrounded by the unrivalled splendour of the Snowdonia National Park.
  4. Tywyn is a coastal town in Southern Snowdonia on the Mid Wales coast. The name Tywyn comes from the Welsh word for beach or sand dunes.
  5. Aberdyfi
    Aberdyfi's pastel-coloured terraces front a large sandy beach and quaint old harbour. The town is a popular centre for sailing, watersports and golf.
  6. Lakes and Mountains
    Bala & Penllyn is an area within the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park surrounded by the peaks of Aran Benllyn, Arenig Fawr and the Berwyn Mountains and home to the largest natural lake in Wales,

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  1. Address

    Centre for Alternative Technology, Llwyngwern Quarry, Pantperthog, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 9AZ

    Telephone

    01654 705950

    Pantperthog, Machynlleth

    The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT) is a world-renowned eco centre in Mid Wales that researches and supports greener ways of living.

    Price

    Price £3.50 per child to £8.50 per adult

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  2. Address

    Station Yard, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9SH

    Telephone

    01654 761303

    Corris

    Ride in an old fashioned steam train on a journey that is enjoyable for everybody and just right for families. Take a gentle trip down the beautiful Dulas Valley in one of the observation carriages on this family-friendly steam railway. The Corris…

    Price

    Price £4.00 per child to £8.00 per adult

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  3. Address

    Canolfan Tryweryn, Frongoch, Bala, Gwynedd, LL23 7NU

    Telephone

    01678 521083

    Bala

    The National White Water Centre has almost 40 years of experience in providing white water rafting at the best summer white water facility in the UK.

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  4. Address

    Dovey Valley Shooting Ground, Llanwrin, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8QJ

    Telephone

    01650 511252

    Machynlleth

    Clay Shooting - Fun for all the family, complete beginners welcome.

    Price

    Price £20.00 to £59.00 per adult

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  5. Address

    Penmaenpool, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 1YB

    Telephone

    01341 212121

    Dolgellau

    Penmaenuchaf Head Chef, Owen Vaughan, and his talented kitchen brigade create menus with high-quality, delicious ingredients, that are as local as possible. The beautiful garden room restaurant is a wonderful setting for a memorable dining…

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  6. Address

    RSPB Ynys-hir Reserve, Eglwys-fach, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8TA

    Telephone

    01654 700222

    Machynlleth

    RSPB Ynys-Hir nature reserve is a wildlife haven in the heart of Mid Wales . Explore oak woodlands. peat bogs and salt marsh with views across the Dyfi estuary. Perfect for nature lovers & families wishing to discover their wild side.

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  7. Castle Cottage | Pattra's Restaurant

    Address

    Pen Llech, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2YL

    Telephone

    01766 780 479

    Harlech

    Dating from the 16th century Castle Cottage is one of the oldest houses in Harlech, close to the ancient castle. Pattra’s Restaurant, headed up by head chef, Glyn Roberts. As previous owner of Castle Cottage for 32 years, Glyn maintains his high…

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  8. Address

    Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2UB

    Telephone

    01766 780361

    Harlech

    Nationally and internationally renowned, Royal St David's is one of Wales' premier golf courses.

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  9. Address

    Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AE

    Telephone

    01654 702941

    Machynlleth

    This long established hotel strikes a stylish balance of the modern and the classical. Chef Gareth Johns ably updates classic dishes and reworks them for the modern appetite. Fully licensed restaurant

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  10. Address

    Snowdonia Mountains & Coast, Harlech, Gwynedd, LL46 2SW

    Telephone

    07732 340728

    Harlech

    Explore Snowdonia on foot, coach, or rail, with an expert guide. Sian is a Blue Badge Guide and member of the Wales Best Guides Association.

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  11. Address

    Dyfi Distillery, Unit 5 Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

    Telephone

    01654 761551

    Corris

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to5 Nov 2026
    From:
    8 Nov 2026to22 Dec 2026

    The award-winning Dyfi Distillery is run by brothers Pete and Danny Cameron who established the first commercial gin distillery in Mid Wales in 2016. The Icons of Gin awards named this the second best craft distillery in the world in 2023

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  12. Address

    Glaslyn Osprey Project, Prenteg, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9SP

    Telephone

    07834 575008

    Porthmadog

    Dates

    Visit the stunning Glaslyn Valley in Snowdonia and see breeding ospreys in the spring and summer close to the Pont Croesor Visitor Centre near Porthmadog.

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  13. Address

    Aberdyfi, Gwynedd, LL35 0SB

    Telephone

    01654 767213

    Aberdyfi

    Dates

    From:
    18 Jan 2026to6 Dec 2026

    The Trefeddian Hotel in Aberdyfi offers everything you could ask for from a family-friendly, fun loving break in Mid Wales. Set in the rolling hills of the Snowdonia National Park, with panoramic views of the Cardigan Bay coast.

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  14. Address

    Cae-Cethin, Llanfair, HARLECH, Gwynedd, LL46 2SA

    Telephone

    01766 780247

    HARLECH

    Llanfair Slate Caverns, one mile south of Harlech in Gwynedd, offers a self-guided walk through man-made slate caverns deep underground. Suitable for all ages and welcoming well-behaved dogs, with free parking, plus an on-site café and gift shop. No…

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  15. Address

    Corris Crafts Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

    Telephone

    01654 761584

    Corris

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026to1 Nov 2026

    The Corris Café at Corris Craft Centre in Mid Wales offers a welcoming blend of the finest Welsh ingredients, local recipes and delicious dishes. Hearty specials include homemade soups with fresh crusty bread, a popular Welsh rarebit, Welsh lamb…

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  16. Address

    Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

    Telephone

    01654 761584

    Corris

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026

    Independent craft centre in Corris near Machynlleth, Mid Wales, with 9 studio workshops, King Arthur’s Labyrinth and Corris Mine Explorers on site. Watch skilled makers at work, browse for handmade gifts and sample award winning Welsh gin. Have a go…

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  17. Address

    Ian Snow - Machynlleth, The Old Post Office, 8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AF

    Telephone

    01654 703945

    8 Maengwyn Street, Machynlleth

    From his shop in Machynlleth, Ian Snow started his business in 1978 selling throws, curtains, cushion covers,and gifts. The business is are proud of their ethical standards & passionate about our environment.

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  18. Address

    Corbett Square, Tywyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9DF

    Telephone

    01654 710260

    Tywyn

    The Magic Lantern has been here since 1893. First built as the town assembly rooms, it was used for such noble pursuits as badminton practice and variety performances

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  19. Address

    King Arthurs Labyrinth, Corris Craft Centre, Corris, Gwynedd, SY20 9RF

    Telephone

    01654 761584

    Corris

    Dates

    From:
    1 Apr 2026to1 Nov 2026

    King Arthur’s Labyrinth, Corris Mine Explorers, The Welsh Legends Maze and Corris Craft Centre all start from Corris Caverns in Mid Wales, with the Corris Café and Welsh Deli on site too. Discover underground adventures, Welsh myths, craft workshops…

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  20. Address

    The Station Building, Porthmadog, Gwynedd, LL49 9DY

    Telephone

    01766 513402

    Porthmadog

    The WHHR is a small, friendly railway where the train ride is just part of the experience. Free guided tours at the heritage centre. Vintage train.

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