with the imposing Harlech Castle perched on a rock, the town crouches below. Surrounded by the Snowdonia National Park, this is a wonderful area for walking
LLangollen
Llangollen
long been recognised as a scenic gem, popular since Victorian times. Walking and white water rafting are popular here, with two major arts festivals. The industrial heritage attracts railway and engineering enthusiasts
Portmeirion
Penrhyndeudraeth
designed and built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis between 1925 and 1975 in the style of an Italian village and made famous by the sixties TV programme 'The Prisoner'
Ruthin
Ruthin
pocket sized and full of history with a medieval castle boasting a ghost and coming right up to date with a thriving arts centre. Not forgetting the museum outlining the lives of the locals down the ages