Explore Snowdonia from the Waterloo Hotel North Wales

Explore Snowdonia

In the middle of the Snowdonia National Park, we are an ideal base to explore the spectacular countyside or have a go at an array of outdoor activies.

Wander through enchanting wooded glens and lowland meadows. Discover breathtaking crags and mountain waterfalls. There are a range of walks to suit all levels of fitness.

Outdoor Adventure

Try pony trecking, or mountain biking: Betws is known for the famous Marin Route through the Gwydir Forest. Visit the Tree Top Adventure just outside Betws and get your adrenaline going with a high level adventurous journey through the trees!

Check out the links below. We hope you'll be inspired!

  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns
    Winner of all major tourism awards, Llechwedd offers two underground rides and free surface attractions.
  • Conwy Castle
    Built for King Edward I between 1283-87, Conwy Castle remains one of the most outstanding achievements of medieval military architecture.
  • Bodnant Gardens
    This eighty-acre National Trust garden is one of the finest in the world, situated above the River Conwy looking across the valley towards the Snowdon range.
  • Snowdon Mountain Railway
    Travel on the only public track and pinion railway to the Summit of Snowdon, at 3560ft the highest mountain in England and Wales.
  • Ffestiniog Railway
    Visit the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - two unique narrow-gauge railways.
  • Greenwood Forest Park
    Family Adventure at GreenWood Forest Park - the ultimate family day out!
  • Beics Betws Bikes
    Mountain bike, hire, sales and repairs in Betws-y-coed.
  • www.snowdonia-active.com
    Snowdonia is the adventure capital of the UK, this website is a great guide the outdoors in snowdonia
  • Great Orme & Llandudno
    Llandudno is Wales's largest resort, uniquely situated between the Great and Little Ormes with two wonderful beaches
  • Tyred Out
    Tyred-out offers mountain biking courses and guiding services for all levels of experience
  • Origins: Dave Newbold's photographic gallery
    Thanks to Dave Newbold for many of the beautiful photographs in this website. Visit his online Snowdonia and North Wales photographic gallery to see more stunning views of the area.
  • www.freespiritimages.com
    Nick Jenkin's speciality is photographing dramatic landscapes throughout the United Kingdom.
  • Fishing
    Visit Wales' comprehensive guide to fishing in North Wales
  • Golf
    ... and if golf is your thing Visit Wales' guide to golf has everything you need to know.
  • Tree Top Adventure - Snowdonia
    An adventurous journey deep in the forests of Betws y Coed!
  • Seren Ventures
    Climbing, Scrambling, Mountain Walking, Navigation and Winter Skills Courses in Snowdonia

photo credit: betws y coed Dave Newbould

© 2006 Waterloo Hotel, site design Kate Watkiss in association with Nettability