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ABERSOCH & LLYN PENINSULA

Reaching out from the mountains of Snowdonia towards the Irish Sea, the Llyn Peninsula is a “hidden gem” and one of the most scenic and charming places to visit in Wales, where coast and countryside come together. Designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty and Heritage Coast, it is a mysterious land of saints and pilgrims an ancient landscape steeped in history.

The heart of Llyn is its people and the Welsh language – and is not only alive and well in this part of Wales, but is prominent in everyday life. The former quarrying village at Nant Gwrtheyrn to the North coast of Llyn is a thriving Welsh language and heritage centre, where there are courses you can join in and tackle the language or learn about the local history and culture. There are outstanding coastal footpaths, beautiful sheltered coves and wide expanses of sandy beaches and the home for major sailing, surfing and wakeboarding events.

This adds to the draw of the Llyn, with it’s large yachting marina based in the market town of Pwllheli and the famous South Caernarfonshire Yacht Club on the headland overlooking Abersoch Bay. You can enjoy a round of golf on many of the challenging courses at Abersoch, Nefyn, Pwllheli and Porthmadog.

WELSH HISTORY & CULTURE

Visit the National Trust Attractions at Plas yn Rhiw or Ty Newydd on Anglesey, Castles at Criccieth, Caernarfon, Harlech and Beaumaris. Ynys Enlli (Bardsey Island) – take a ferry across from Aberdaron, a former fishing village which was traditionally the last port of call for pilgrims to Bardsey – a tranquil retreat.
The quaint villages of Beddgelert and Betws y Coed are well worth a visit. Take days out on the award winning Ffestiniog Railway from Porthmadog, Llechwedd Slate Caverns, Portmeirion, the italianette Village or a trip up to Snowdon on the Mountain Railway (or for the more energetic by foot!) These are just a few of the many attractions, full details of which are available from the local tourist offices.

EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

If adventure is what you are looking for, then look now further as Llyn can offer you a variety of activities, don’t miss out on the ever popular Jazz Festival weekend held in Abersoch in early June. For the younger folk, “Wakestock” is the largest wake boarding festival in Europe, with the music and camping in Penrhos and the wakeboarding in Pwllheli Marina in July.
Abersoch and Pwllheli continue to host many national and international sailing events.
Sea fishing is prevalent along the shores of Llyn and deep sea fishing by taking a charter boat.

You can enjoy a round of golf on many of the challenging courses at Abersoch, Nefyn, Pwllheli and Porthmadog. If you are looking for a more relaxed pace, walk the beautiful Llyn coastal path or join in one of the many organised walks.

For further details on these and many more events, please contact Abersoch & Llyn Tourist Information Office on (01758) 712929 www.abersochandllyn.co.uk or log on to www.abersoch.co.uk who have an event section that is regularly updated.