Steven Jones

Snowdonia Attractions: Ten Historic Houses of Snowdonia

Many of Snowdonia's historic houses have stood proudly for centuries, withstanding the effects of the passage of time. Several of these are in the care of the National Trust, to be enjoyed by visitors forever; but even those that are privately owned are o... Read >

Snowdonia Days Out: Ten Things To Do In And Around Betws-y-Coed

Betws-y-Coed is an attractive village in the Conwy Valley, easily accessible by road (the A5 passes through the village, while the A470 is just across the river), and by train via Llandudno Junction. Betws-y-Coed is a popular destination among outdoor ent... Read >

Wild Snowdonia: Ten Top Spots for Watching Wildlife in Snowdonia

The entire Snowdonia region is rich in wildlife; indeed, the Snowdonia National Park boasts more National Nature Reserves than any other UK National Park. Gorse lines many of Snowdonia's roads and paths, providing an important habitat for birds and in... Read >

Walking Snowdonia: Ten Top Stops on the Llyn Coastal Path

At over 90 miles long, the Llyn Coastal Path leads walkers from its starting point in Caernarfon all around the Llyn Peninsula to Porthmadog. Waymarked to help walkers stay on track, the Llyn Coastal Path takes in many of the Llyn Peninsula's top beauty s... Read >

Springtime in Snowdonia: Ten Ways to Enjoy a Spring Break in Snowdonia

There's something really special about springtime in Snowdonia, when daffodils nod in the breeze and newborn lambs frolic in the fields. Planning a spring break in Snowdonia? Here are ten tips for making the most of a Snowdonia springtime. 1. Back t... Read >

Days Out In Snowdonia: Ten Of Snowdonia's Best Beaches

Snowdonia boasts almost 200 miles of glittering coastline. Some of it's rocky and wild; other stretches, with their golden sands and picturesque views, are among Britain's most idyllic. Whatever you look for in a beach - clean, safe bathing, thrilling... Read >

Ten Ways to Celebrate St David's Day in Snowdonia

St David, or Dewi Sant in Welsh, was a sixth-century church official who later became the patron saint of Wales. He was a renowned teacher and preacher, who founded monastic settlements and churches around Wales. St David lived a simple life, and his m... Read >

Green Snowdonia: Visit Snowdonia The Eco-Friendly Way

Like the rest of Wales, Snowdonia is green all year round. We have the rain to thank for that - and that's why we tend not to complain too much when it rains in Snowdonia; we know it's keeping the region green and fertile and - even if we do say so oursel... Read >

Days Out In Snowdonia: Ten Things To Do In Caernarfon

No trip to Snowdonia would be complete without a visit to Caernarfon, the ancient walled town on the banks of the Menai Strait. Visiting Caernarfon is an immersion in all things Welsh: the culture, the food, the dramatic history and of course the Wels... Read >

Snowdonia On A Budget: Ten Free Things To Do In Snowdonia

January's a miserable time of year, if we're honest. Christmas, with its feasting, merrymaking and exchanges of gifts has gone, leaving behind seemingly endless cold, dreary weather and no public holidays to look forward to until Easter. If you could d... Read >

Spooky Snowdonia: Ten of Snowdonia's Most Haunted Sites

The existence of ghosts, spirits and other supernatural phenomena is a much-debated subject; nowhere more so than in Snowdonia, where many centuries' worth of myths, legends and spooky stories are an integral part of our rich storytelling heritage. Th... Read >

Spooky Snowdonia: Two Snowdonia Ghost Stories For Halloween

The mythology of Snowdonia stretches back many hundreds of years. The deeds of King Arthur and his knights, mythical beasts like giants and the Gwiber, warring dragons - all are common themes in Snowdonia's mythology. But spooky stories abound, too. Ca... Read >

Links Golf Courses Of Snowdonia

As the great Ian Woosnam himself once said of playing golf in North Wales: "If you are looking for challenging golf then there is no better place to test your driving skills than on the golf courses in Snowdonia Mountains and Coast... it is the ideal loca... Read >

Snowdonia And The Arts: Ten Snowdonia Theatres And Galleries

The landscape of Snowdonia has long inspired the works of artists and craftspeople, and it's easy to see why; the colours, the textures, the shapes and the layers of contrasting yet complementary elements are an artist's dream. Snowdonia has also produ... Read >

Ten Ways To Enjoy Autumn In Snowdonia

In the winter, every Snowdonia vista seems to boast a dazzling backdrop of snow-capped mountains. At springtime, lush green fields come alive with the bleats of newborn lambs. And in the summertime, the nodding orange and red heads of wild crocosmia line ... Read >