by sarahheyworth | Nov 10, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions
Graig Wen camp site is open until early January and Snowdonia has plenty of winter activities. We have hard standing pitches with electric hook ups, the wash blocks are heated and there’s a camp fire area if you fancy a bit of star-gazing in Snowdonia’s...
by sarahheyworth | Jul 6, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions
Awesome! The word on everyone’s lips when they experience Surf Snowdonia. Just over an hour north of us amidst the lush greenery of the Conwy Valley is the world’s first inland surf lagoon. The open air fresh water lagoon is the size of 6 football pitches...
by sarahheyworth | Jul 4, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions
We were invited to try out the revamped Bounce Below at Blaenau Ffestiniog which is half an hour’s drive from Graig Wen. After more than £3/4million investment, Bounce Below is back to give thrill seekers aged seven and up a shot of pure, giggly fun in a...
by sarahheyworth | May 21, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions, Walks and Bike Rides
We are lucky here at Graig Wen to be right on the banks of the Mawddach Estuary in Snowdonia National Park. Walk through our gate and you are on the Mawddach Trail, regularly mentioned by the media as one of the most scenic cycling and walking routes in Britain. Many...
by sarahheyworth | May 21, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions
Driving on the A470 over The Bwlch, or mountain pass, that leads you towards Dolgellau is often an awe-inspiring moment. The Mawddach Estuary glistens in the distance and Cader Idris mountain range looms ahead. It truly feels like a land of magic and mystery where...
by sarahheyworth | Mar 31, 2016 | Adventures and Attractions, General News
We love hearing about the new and exciting things you do while you’re staying with us! So this year we’d like you, if you’re aged 16 or younger, to tell us about Your Welsh Adventure at Graig Wen in a piece of travel writing. You can write about a place that sparks...