This is the official web-site for the Betws-y-Coed & District Tourism Association providing accommodation in the Betws-y-Coed area of Snowdonia.
The Betws-y-Coed area of North Wales has some of the best mountain biking trails in the UK!
Snowdonia is quickly becoming known as an area ideally situated and resourced for mountain biking.
A three day walk around the base of Snowdon
There is presently no formal route around the highest mountain in Wales and England, but the route does exist on the ground.
A two or three day walk around the most famous mountain in the United Kingdom passing through three very different but equally beautiful valleys. Wonderful views, great walking and a wealth of history and lore all make for probably the biggest 'missed opportunity' in the Welsh tourism product.
Local mountaineering and walking instructor Pete Bursnall is available to act as your guide around the mountain for £100 a day and is contactable on 07972 290 896 and Click to email
by Dave Newbould
Events near Betws-y-Coed North Wales
There’s always something going on in North Wales, with events to suit all tastes - including those who like to taste. You can taste before you buy at Conwy Feast, North Wales’ biggest culinary event. And why not try downing a few oysters at the Anglesey Oyster Festival? Or swilling a few ales at the Anglesey Beer Festival.
Mountain Biking in the Gwydyr Forest Betws-y-Coed
Gwydyr Forest is right on the doorstep of Betws-y- Coed, the undisputed outdoor capital of North Wales. Situated in the heart of the breathtaking scenery of the Snowdonia national park yet less than an hour from English motorways.
If you are tired by life, come to the Betws-y-Coed, you will be breathless just standing still
Betws-y-Coed was founded around a monastery in the late sixth century, and grew very slowly with the development of the local lead mining industry. In 1815, the Waterloo Bridge built by Thomas Telford to carry A5 road across the River Conwy and through the village brought considerable transport-related development. The village became a major coaching centre between Corwen (to the east) and Capel Curig (to the west) on the Irish Mail route from London to Holyhead, which led to the improvement of the roads south to Blaenau Ffestiniog and north to Llanrwst and Conwy.
The locality's claim to angling fame is in having not only good runs of salmon but also excellent runs of sea trout (sewin)
Apart from the pleasures and challenges posed by rod and line, the angler based in Betws-y-Coed is given the opportunity for relaxation and observation within valley, woodland and moorland settings of rich variety and considerable beauty.
If you enjoy movies or TV of any kind, we're sure you'll find something of interest and our site will tell you the location along with lots of general information and links for you to find out even more about what we feel are the best locations in the UK.
The beauty of North Wales and the experience of walking in North Wales will leave you breathless standing still
Walking in North Wales Walking in Snowdonia. In true Welsh fashion you'll have a song in your heart as you set foot into the Conwy Valley to enjoy the walks detailed here.
Betws y Coed Snowdonia North Wales