Betws-y-Coed

In a nutshell. Bustling mountain resort at the gateway to Snowdonia.

Who says that Wales is closed on Sundays? Go to Betws-y-Coed on any Sunday of the year (December included) and you’ll find a place well and truly open for business. It’s not just the busy shops, selling everything from outdoor gear to quality crafts, which attract visitors. Betws came into being in the first place thanks to the early Victorian travellers who relished its beautiful wooded setting at the convergence of four rushing rivers. And it’s this location, largely unchanged since those times, that’s the real magnet.

Betws itself, of course, has changed. It’s a full-on mountain resort with all kinds of attractions and activities. Take to the trees with friends and family at Zip World Fforest to tackle ropes, nets and swings strung through the canopy. There’s also the Fforest Coaster toboggan run and the new Plummet 2, a pulse-pounding 100ft/30m drop through a trapdoor that’s the closest things to freefall this side of an aeroplane.

For more woodland forays you can go walking, riding and mountain biking in the glades of the Gwydyr Forest. Other outdoor activities include canyoning and scrambling – and if you want subterranean adrenaline thrills there are these too, at nearby Go Below Underground Adventure.

In former mines deep beneath Snowdonia, you’ll discover a world of deep blue lakes, zip wires, bridges, ladders and abseils. It’s an assault course like no other.
Betws is the perfect launch-pad for exploring Snowdonia. One of your first stops should be the Snowdonia National Park Information Centre, a fount of knowledge on things to see and do locally. There’s also a spectacular introductory film featuring high-altitude drone footage and a virtual summit that recreates the 360-degree views from Snowdon’s peak

It’s easy to ditch the car and hop on a Snowdon Sherpa bus for an eco-friendly tour.

You’re soon into dramatic countryside. Tumbling Swallow Falls, one of Wales’s most celebrated beauty spots, is close by. And don’t miss Tŷ Hyll, the strange ‘ugly house’ built of massive, mis-shapen boulders.

Rail enthusiasts love Conwy Valley Railway Museum, located right next to the main station. Climb aboard a miniature steam train for an eight-minute trip through landscaped grounds, visit a museum full of fascinating railway artefacts and browse the huge collection of model trains in the shop.

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Snowdonia Nordic Walking

Address

Rhyd y Gaer, Capel Curig, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0DS

Telephone
07909 904445

snowdonianordicwalking@gmail.com

Betws-y-Coed

Snowdonia Nordic Walking offer guided walks with an INWA qualified Instructor. Join us for the perfect way to discover Snowdonia from a new perspective!
Tyn Y Fron B&B

Address

Lon Muriau, Llanrwst Road, Betws Y Coed , Conwy, LL24 0HD

Telephone
01690701449

welcome@snowdoniabedandbreakfast.co.uk

Betws Y Coed
Conwy Falls Cafe

Address

Pentrefoelas Road, Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0PN

Telephone
01690 710336

info@conwyfalls.com

Betws y Coed

The Conwy Falls Cafe was designed by Sir Clough William Ellis to compliment the architecture of Portmeirion. The cafe is licensed and open 7 days a week serving hot and cold food, cakes, snacks and drinks.
There is plenty of free parking,…
The Brenig Trail

Address

Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre, Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Cerrigydrudion

The Brenig Trail circumnavigates Llyn Brenig suitable for both family cycling and for walking at 9.5 miles (15 km) long.
Forest Lakes Walk

Address

Llyn y Sarnau, Betws Y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0DH

Betws Y Coed

This trail through the Gwydyr Forest allows spectacular views of the Glyderau and Carneddau mountain ranges. Start the walk from Llyn-y-Sarnau in Gwydyr. Approximate length 4 miles. Suitable for families.
Brenig Archaelogical Trail - A Walk Through Time – Short Route

Address

Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre, Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 420463

Cerrigydrudion

The shorter of two walks, at just a few hundred metres long introduces some of the fascinating Bronze Age and Stone Age features on the northern western edge of Llyn Brenig.
Waterloo Hotel and Lodge

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AR

Telephone
01690 710411

reservations@waterloo-hotel.info

Betws-y-Coed

Located in the charming village of Betws-y-Coed, the Gateway to Snowdonia, The Waterloo Hotel and Lodge offers a choice of rooms available in either the main hotel or one of our dog friendly lodge style rooms in the hotel grounds.
Stables Lodge

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AY

Telephone
01690 710 011

reservations@royaloakhotel.net

Betws y Coed
Llyn Brenig Reservoir & Visitor Centre

Address

Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 420463

Llyn Brenig is located at the heart of the Mynydd Hiraethog and is a centre for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, fishing and sailing.
GYG Karting

Address

Cerrigydrudion, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL21 0RU

Telephone
01490 420770

info@gygkarting.com

Betws-y-Coed
Tourist Information Centre - Betws-y-Coed

Address

Snowdonia National Park Information Centre, Royal Oak Stables, Betws-y-Coed, LL24 0AH

Telephone
01690 710426

TIC.BYC@snowdonia.gov.wales

Betws-y-Coed

You know what they always say, don’t you? For the best advice ask a local. We can go one better than that, for the local advice you get on where to go and what to do from our Tourist Information Centres comes with a helpful range of other services…
Walks from Pont y Pair in the Gwydir Forest

Address

Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0BA

Betws y Coed
Llugwy River Restaurant

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AY

Telephone
01690 710219

reservations@royaloakhotel.net

Betws y Coed
Llyn Elsi Reservoir Biking Trail

Address

Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AE

Betws y Coed

This mountain bike route leads through the forest above Betws y Coed on forest tracks with some options for single track biking too. Graded blue. Approximate length 10 km.
Coedfa House

Address

Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0SG

Telephone
07754 364172

Bethwevans@icloud.com

Betws-y-Coed

About
Coedfa-a spacious Victorian Gentleman's residence with large rooms, high ceilings & many original feature. Sleeps 8 people
Key facilities for visitors
4 large bedrooms-3 double & twin 2 en-suite & large family bathroom.…
A Circular Walk to Coed Shed

Address

Groes, Denbigh, Conwy, LL16 5RS

Telephone
01492 575290/575200

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Denbigh

A short circular walk of approximately 1.5 miles through the Coed Shed woodland starting from the village of Groes near the border with Denbighshire.
St Michael's Old Church

Address

Old Church Road, Betws y Coed, Conwy, LL24 0AL

Telephone
01690 710333

friends@stmichaelsbyc.org.uk

Betws y Coed

Built in the 14th Century, St Michael's is the oldest building in Betws y Coed. The church houses the fine stone effigy of Gruffydd ap Dafydd Goch, a Norman font, and many interesting features.
Royal Oak Hotel

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed , Conwy, LL24 0AY

Telephone
01690 710219

reservations@royaloakhotel.net

Betws-y-Coed
Gwydir Mawr a Bach (formerly Marin Trail)

Address

Llanrwst, Conwy, LL26 0PN

Llanrwst

The Marin Trail is one of the 'musts' of North Wales for any serious mountain biker. The trail is a true classic with big climbs, big descents, singletrack - and fabulous views of the Snowdonia mountains along the way.
Galeri Betws-y-Coed

Address

Holyhead Road, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0BW

Telephone
01690 710432

info@galeribetwsycoed.co.uk

Betws-y-Coed