by sarahheyworth | May 3, 2018 | Food and Drink, General News, Wildlife
Right now our tangled woods are full of ramsons, better known as wild garlic. It’s a sign that the woodland you are exploring is very old – and that Spring is here. Their strong scent signals the ramsons are ripe for picking – so early May is the...
by sarahheyworth | Jun 13, 2017 | Food and Drink
There’s a great range of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants within 10 minutes drive of Graig Wen. From salt marsh lamb to Cardigan Bay crab and Dolgellau’s delicious specialty honey buns, you’ll find plenty to tingle your tastebuds! Dolgellau, Barmouth, Fairbourne and...
by sarahheyworth | Apr 14, 2017 | Food and Drink
Meet Sandra Williams – Mum, ultra trail runner, and maker of really tasty ready meals! You can now buy her meals from our freezer to heat up and enjoy in your yurt, cottage, tent or even the B & B if you don’t fancy dining out. Sandra has recently...
by sarahheyworth | Dec 1, 2016 | Food and Drink, General News
We thought Small Business Saturday on 3rd December 2016 would be a great opportunity to showcase some of the small businesses, local producers and makers with whom we enjoy working. Guests often ask us where we found this or that, so this is your chance to find out...
by sarahheyworth | Oct 15, 2016 | Food and Drink
Our local microbrewery, Cader Ales (Cwrw Cader in Welsh), has taken on one of Dolgellau’s historic pubs, The Unicorn. They have simply but stylishly renovated the listing building into a cosy bar for a quiet pint. There is beautiful oak seating and slate flagged...
by sarahheyworth | Jul 6, 2015 | Food and Drink
If you’re in search of a day out featuring a glamourous, gourmet experience we highly recommend you hop on the train up the coast from Graig Wen and The Slate Shed B & B to Criccieth. Dylan’s Restaurant has just opened in an iconic building bang on...