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Activities - The Shooting School, Wern Newydd, Llanbedrog - clay pigeon, shooting, gun fitting, archery and off road driving instruction. Fantastic venue and tuition. |
Bob Valentine
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740810
Mobile: +44 (0) 797-0014743
Web: www.theshootingschool.com |
| Activities - Allt Y Llan - Llyn Mountainboard Centre, Llanfihangel, Rhydyclafdy - an exciting cross between snowboarding and skateboarding, mountainboarding is big in America and growing fast in Europe. |
Web: www.maxtrack.com
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740750
Mobile: +44 (0) 7773 100131 |
Activities - Beiciau Cwad / Castellmarch Quad Bikes, Opposite the Warren Open 1pm - 5pm Wednesday to Sunday (summer only) Track 1 (6-11 years) on a safe, carefuly designed, marked track. Track 2 (12 years and older) 10 minutes or half hour trek. Marshall led, including stream crossing.
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Tel: +44 (0) 7968-052079 |
Activities - Glasfryn, 4 miles out of Pwllheli on A499 to Caernarfon - Quad bikes, muddy and fun, karts around a track, 8 lane Ten Pin Bowling Alley, fishing, café, farm shop. A good day out.
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Jonathan Williams- Ellis
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-810202
Web: www.glasfryn.co.uk |
| Activities - 4x4 Adventure, Bodfuan - Quad bikes. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-730579 |
| Activities - Llyn Hovercrafts, Fferm Tanrallt Farm, Llangian, Abersoch, Pwllheli LL53 7LN - Hovercrafts: single, two and four-seater. Booking essential. Great fun - a must. |
Phil & Meinir Roberts
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-713527
Web: www.tanrallt.com |
| Activities - Lleyn Adventure Activities, Fferm Tanrallt Farm, Llangian, Abersoch, Pwllheli LL53 7LN - We provide fun, challenging and rewarding activities around the Peninsula from our base on the outskirts of Abersoch. Activities like Coasteering, Canyoning, Climbing and Abseiling are all guaranteed to excite everyone. |
Chris Thorne
Tel: +44 (0) 7751826714
Web: www.lleynadventureactivities.com |
Activities - Dragon Raiders Paintball, Tallenbont Hall, Llanystumdwy.
Dragon Raiders is one of the few independent paintball game companies in Wales where you can enjoy the lowest prices without compromising quality. Located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, in over 30 acres of prime forest, Dragon Raiders Paintball Park is situated on the coast of the Llyn peninsula in Gwynedd.
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Paul Good
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-523119
Web: www.dragonraiderspaintball.com |
Activities - Mynytho Pottery - Throw a Pot / Paint a Plate , Gifts available - go pass The Ship Llanbedrog, up to Mynytho and at top of hill sign on left for pottery, turn left first house on left.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740023 |
| iTry - This summer visitors to the area will find it easier than ever before to have a go at a range of activities. Working with activity businesses across North Wales Visit Wales has appointed Snowdonia-Active to co- ordinate the iTry pilot project which will run everyday during the summer holidays from 19th July to 31st August 2008. iTry is aimed at the family market and the activities have been specially chosen to offer a wide range of experiences, appealing to all tastes and abilities. Activities in the iTry scheme include:- Canoeing,Climbing, Coasteering, Skiing, High Ropes, Rib Rides, Adventure Days. |
Tel: +44 (0)844-9022970
Web: www.itry-snowdonia.com
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Activities weekends - Shaggy Sheep Wales, multi - Amazing Adventure Activities in Wild Wales - outdoor pursuits outward bound.
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www.shaggysheepwales.co.uk
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| Bardsey Island - Aberdaron - The enchanting island near the North Wales coast, which has been captivating visitors for thousands of years. Bardsey Island is one of the largest islands off the Welsh coast. From the point of view of history, geology, wild life, religious connections and culture there is scarcely another place in Wales or Britain, which has so much to offer. |
Bardsey Island's Trust
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-730740
Web: www.bardsey.org |
Bardsey Island - Boat trips, to Bardsey from Pwllheli 8.30 at the Marina or 10.00 at Aberdaron - smugglers cove. You will need to ring and book a place.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1758-760667 |
Boats - Abersoch Land & Sea - Abersoch. We are proud to be the Sole UK Importer and Distributor of Cranchi Powerboats in the UK. Our unique affinity with the Cranchi product allows us to provide an unparalleled level of service to the customer through both guidance and advice at the time of purchase and through our dedication to the support of existing customers. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-713434
Web: www.abersochlandandsea.com |
| Boats - Abersoch Main Beach - a family run business led by transatlantic sailors Mike & Lynne Maylor. Fully qualified with over 25 years experience Ocean Yachtmaster and RYA instructor. Sailing, powerboating, windsurfing, boat hire, kayaks. Learn to sail or Hire a boat - see their web site for more details. |
Mike or Lynne Maylor
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-712963
Mobile: +44 (0) 7917-525540
Web: www.abersochsailingschool.com |
| Boat Trips and Scuba diving - Waterline, Ty Newydd, Carmel, Caernarfon - Adventurous boat trips around the Lleyn Peninsula. Ideal for small groups. |
Paul Turkentine
Tel: +44 (0) 1286-882619
Web: www.water-line.co.uk |
| Boats - Peninsula Ribs - We offer a variety of options to thrill - Splash & Dash - Exhilarating 'adrenalin' powerboat rides Wakeboarding/Water-ski - with instruction; Sailing - a half or full day catamaran sailing; Sea Fishing - 7 to 10 hours inshore, reef or wreck fishing; Motor Cruise - in luxury aboard a 30' Motor Cruiser. Call or visit our web site for more details. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-720151
Mobile: +44 (0) 7880-550393
Web: www.peninsularibs.com |
| Boats - Professional Powerboat Training - At Professional Powerboat Training our teaching methods are more relaxed than most centres as we realise most of our customers have not been taught for a long time. Never mind which course you would like to undertake, I personally guarantee you will have a great time, and learn a great deal from your time with PPT. |
Tel: +44 (0) 845 612-6850
Web: www.professional-powerboat-training.co.uk |
Cruises and scuba diving on Shearwater - Dive Charter, Crud yr Arwel, Mynytho, Pwllheli - Scheduled cruises around the peninsula on their latest catamaran. Book well in advance.
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Al and Susie Gray
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740899
Mobile: +44 (0) 7815-717241
Web: www.llynmarinecharters.supanet.com
Our old web site www.shearwater.info no longer exists. |
| Castle - Caernarfon - Prince of Wales' investiture took place here. |
www.castlewales.com/caernarf.html |
| Castle - Criccieth - Small picturesque castle on a hill. |
www.castlewales.com/criccth.html |
| Castle - Harlech - Magnificent castle and coastal scenery. |
www.castlewales.com/harlech.html |
Castle - Penrhyn Castle, Bangor (National Trust) - This dramatic neo-Norman fantasy castle sits between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1248 353084
Info line: +44 (0) 1248 371337
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
| Children - Bodvel Hall - Bodfuan - Farmyard, playground etc. |
Tel: + 44 (0) 1758-613386 |
Children - Talhenbont Hall - Criccieth.
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Roger & Gillian Good.
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-810247
Web: www.talhenbont-hall.com |
Fishing - Bron Eifion - Criccieth.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1766-523512
Web: www.broneifion.com |
| Fishing - North Wales Fishing Charters aboard "Hafaled" from Pwllheli Marina - Daily 2-12 hours trips rods and reels provided. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1286-882611
Mobile: +44 (0) 7990-683901 |
| Fitness - Bodimend - Pwllheli - Personal trainer, rowing machines, weights etc. Appointments only well in advance. |
Heather Stanton
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-70255
Mobile: +44 (0) 7980-323111 |
Fitness - Canolfan Hamdden Dwyfor / Pwllheli Leisure Centre - For swimming, sports, fitness, weight, classes, squash, bowls, tennis, sauna etc.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1758-613437 |
| Gardens - Crug Farm Plants - Griffiths Crossing, Caernarfon - To view and plants to buy. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1248-670232
Web: www.crug-farm.co.uk |
| Gardens - Glynllifon - Clynnog Road, Caernarfon |
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| Gardens - Nanhoron Estate - Viewing strictly by Appointment only. Also a working farm. |
Mrs. Betina Harden
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-730610 |
Gardens - Plas Brondanw, Llanfrothen, Penrhyndeudraeth
The gardens at Plas Brondanw are not as famous as his village of Portmeirion, but many people consider them to be Clough's most marvellous creation. |
Web: www.brondanw.org |
Gardens - Plas Tan-y-Bwlch, Maentwrog
Plas Tan y Bwlch is the Snowdonia National Park Environmental Studies Centre, administered by the National Park Authority. The Centre aims to provide courses which are of interest to all lovers of the countryside who would like to know about this fascinating area of Wales. |
Web: www.plastanybwlch.com |
| Gardens - Plas-yn-Rhiw (National Trust), Rhiw, Pwllheli - Small but also a house to view. Magnificent views. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-780219
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
Village web site: www.rhiw.com |
Gardens - Portmeirion, Penrhyndeudraeth - Italian village and venue for the Prisoner television series. Gift shops, cafes, walks, hotel, cottages and more.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1766-770000
Web: www.portmeirion-village.com |
| Golf - Abersoch Golf Club, Abersoch - The Abersoch golf course was designed by Harry Vardon in 1907. He was one of golf's famous. He won The Open Championship six times, the last at Prestwick in 1914. Harry Vardon described the original course as 'The finest 9 hole course in Wales'. Those nine holes have now been extended over parkland to eighteen holes fulfilling one of Harry Vardon's dreams. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-712622
www.abersochgolf.co.uk |
Golf - Llyn Golf Course & Driving Range - at Pen-y-Berth you will find a marvelous all weather facility - 15 bay floodlit driving range - suitable for beginners and experienced golfers wishing to improve their swing and all aspects of their game.Llyn Golf also has a 9 hole pay and play the web site contains a comprehensive guide to each hole - including aerial photos and diagrams - Discount golf shop. Lessons available by PGA qualified instructors. Coffee shop. Hire clubs available. Phone for opening hours.
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William Owen
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-701200
Email: post@pen-y-berth.co.uk
Web: www.pen-y-berth.co.uk
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| Golf - Nefyn Golf Club, Morfa Nefyn - A wonderful sea-side course, perched high above the sea. A wonderful test of golf. Fantastic views of the the surrounding area. A must for any golf lover visiting the area. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-720102
Web: nefyn-golf-club.com
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Golf - Pwllheli Golf Club - Located in the market town of Pwllheli in Gwynedd North Wales. This half parkland, half links course was designed by Tom Morris of Hoylake and opened in 1900. There are superb views of Snowdonia and over Cardigan Bay, the Clubhouse is closer to the sea than any other Golf Clubhouse in the UK.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1758-612520
Web: www.pwllheligolfclub.co.uk |
| Horse Riding - Abersoch Riding Centre - Tyddyn Talgoch Uchaf, Bwichtocyn, Nr Abersoch - Beach rides and more. Great for kids and novices. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-712285
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Horse Riding - Pen Llyn Stud & Riding Centre, Llaniestyn, Botwnnog, Pwllheli - Stud farm and rides for more experienced riders. |
Marcia, Jan and Justine Pendlebury
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-730360
or Tel: +44 (0) 1758-730741
web: www.lusitanocymru.co.uk |
Horse Riding - Llanbedrog Riding Stables, Llanbedrog - Beach and hill rides.
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Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740267
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| Museum - Caernarfon Airport - Aircraft museum and Pleasure Flights, which need booking well in advance. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1286-830800 |
| Museum - Lloyd George and Highgate Cottage, Llanystumdwy, Criccieth LL52 0SH - Archives, Coins and Medals, Costumes and Textiles, Decorative and Applied Art, Film and Media, Fine Art, Personalities, Science and Technology, Social History, Weapons and War. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-522071
Web: www.24hourmuseum.org.uk |
Museum - Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw Art centre is situated in a superb Grade II listed Victorian gothic mansion in Llanbedrog, overlooking Cardigan Bay. With a year round programme of exhibitions, a thriving restaurant, arts and crafts for sale, as well as a splendid location, the Oriel has a lot to offer.
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Gwyn Jones
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740763
Web: www.oriel.org.uk |
| Railway - The RHEILFFORDD FFESTINIOG RAILWAY takes you on a 13½-mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. Our historic trains climb over 700 feet from sea level into the mountains through tranquil pastures and magnificent forests, past lakes and waterfalls, round horseshoe bends (even a complete spiral) clinging to the side of the mountain or even tunnelling through it. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-516000
Web: www.festrail.co.uk |
| Railway - The RHEILFFORDD ERYRI / WELSH HIGHLAND RAILWAY (CAERNARFON) is Snowdonia's newest railway. Trains currently run on a 12-mile journey from our main station in Caernarfon, overlooked by the magnificent castle, to the village of Rhyd Ddu nestling 650 feet above sea level on the slopes of Snowdon. This is the halfway stage of this exciting project - work is in full swing on the remaining section to Porthmadog. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1766 516000 /
+44 (0) 1286 677018
Web: www.festrail.co.uk |
Railway - Llanberis Lake Railway, Llanberis, Caernarfon.
No visit to North Wales would be complete without a ride on one of the Great Little Trains of Wales. The Llanberis Lake Railway offers unrivalled views of the mountains of Snowdonia from viewpoints quite inaccessible by road, all for a modest price. |
Tel: +44 (0) 1286-870549
Web: www.lake-railway.co.uk |
Railway - Snowdon Mountain Railway, Llanberis.
Since 1896, visitors from around the world have travelled on Snowdon Mountain Railway. Trains scale the highest mountain in England and Wales(1085m) where Snowdon boasts dramatic landscape and scenery. This unique railway is one of the most popular visitor attractions in North Wales. The Summit of Snowdon, at 3,560ft (1085m), is the highest mountain in England and Wales. |
Tel: +44 (0) 871 720 0033 /
+44 (0) 1286-870223
Web: www.snowdonrailway.co.uk |
Railway - Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog), Tremadog Road, Porthmadog.
The Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) is a small friendly railway where the train ride is only part of the experience. Climb on board one of our heritage carriages for a short trip through the Snowdonia countryside. On the return journey, the train stops at the engine sheds, where you can climb on one of our steam or diesel locomotives and see how things work for yourself. Ideal for families with young children...... and for kids up to the age of 90!
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Tel: +44 (0) 1766-513402
Tel: +44 (0) 1766-514040
Web: www.whr.co.uk |
| Scuba diving - BSAC Branch, Lleyn Sub-Aqua Club - based in Pwllheli. |
Michael Duke
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-613418
Web: www.llynscuba.org.uk |
| Scuba diving - Diver Air Tynrhos, Nanhoron, Pwllheli - Air and tri-mix fills. Also has bunkhouse and boat. |
Chris & Val Green
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-740712 |
| Scuba diving - Llyn Diving Services, Fron Haul, Abersoch, Pwllheli - Air and nitrox fills. Also regulator servicing and diving equipment. |
Richard Bufton
Tel: +44 (0) 1758-712845
Mobile: +44 (0) 7775 777222
Web: www.richardbufton.co.uk |
Scuba diving - Waterline, Ty Newydd, Carmel, Caernarfon - Adventurous boat trips around the Lleyn Peninsula. Ideal for small groups.
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Paul Turkentine
Tel: +44 (0) 1286-882619
Web: www.water-line.co.uk |
C W Marine - Diving and Watersports Centre - Supplier of Diving Equipment and all Accessories, Air Fills, Fishing Tackle etc. They have moved from Y Ffor and Tel: +44 (0) 1766-819190 to details shown opposite
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Zone 2, Old Coal Yard, Cibyn Industrial Estate, Caernarfon, LL55 2BD
Tel: +44 (0) 1286 673600
Web: www.cw-watersports.co.uk |
