Looking to book a large country house in Wales? From Gwynedd to Snowdonia National Park, Powys, the Brecon Beacons and Pembrokeshire, find ideas and inspiration on Wales’s most popular destinations for large country house holidays.
Some of Wales most popular destinations for large group breaks include Gwynedd, Snowdonia National Park, Powys, the Brecon Beacons and Pembrokeshire.
Gwynedd and Snowdonia National Park.
Gwynedd is a county bordered by the Irish sea, home to a stunning coastline, Snowdonia National Park and some breathtaking scenery that could be considered some of the best in the UK. This is truly the place to visit if you and your friends and family are looking to escape from bustling city life and enjoy a large country house retreat in a beautiful part of Wales. Some of Gwynedd's natural attractions include waterfalls, lakes, rivers and valleys, forests and of course gorgeous sandy beaches. Full of Welsh culture, history, traditions and true Celtic hospitality you are sure to experience the wonderful essence of Wales in Gwynedd.
Snowdonia National Park is a great area to enjoy walking and hiking with friends and family, and to soaking up stunning mountainous vistas.
In Gwynedd, some of the man-made attractions that may be of interest during your stay include beautiful castles, railways, pretty seaside towns and maritime activities. Keep an eye out for any fascinating wildlife whilst on your visit as Gwynedd is home to some of the most diverse wildlife set against a truly jaw dropping background of mountains and coastline. You may even catch a glimpse of a grey seal enjoying the cool waters looking for food or resting on shore where they come to breed. You might also spot dolphins off the coast especially during the summer months when the waters are calmer. Amongst the lakes and rivers of Snowdonia National Park you may even be lucky enough to see an otter, the most popular place to get a glimpse of one is Glaslyn Estuary.
Powys and the Brecon Beacons National Park
Powys in Mid Wales is home to the Brecon Beacons National Park, a beautiful area to enjoy exploring the great outdoors with friends and family on holiday, perhaps walking and hiking. Other activities available to visitors include climbing, caving, power kiting and bushcraft so there is no chance you will run out of exciting things to do.
If you and your friends and family want to visit interesting places, the town of Hay-on-Wye found just north of the National Park has 18 bookshops and is considered the second hand book capital of the world.
Powys is also home to a host of fascinating places to visit such as Dan yr Ogof National Show caves, a steam railway and the red kite feeding station. There is also lots of attractions that will keep the whole family entertained such as Llangorse Lake, the Centre for Alternative technology and the Royal Welsh Show which is held in mid July and is a popular event amongst visitors to the area.
It doesn't matter what you get up to or how you spend your days exploring this great area of Wales as long as you get to experience some of the wonderful local produce such as unique cheeses and wines, famous Welsh beef and lamb and of course some amazing fresh sea food. You may even choose to visit a local farmers market or food festival in Powys to sample some of the delights on offer. So if you fancy a night out, with no need to cook and a chance to enjoy some fine dining then make sure you visit some of the fantastic restaurants in the county.
Pembrokeshire
Pembrokeshire is home to 186 miles of coast which explains why it also includes Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the only national park to be almost entirely coastal. As the county has such a large expanse of coastline it is not surprising that Pembrokeshire has the most blue flag awarded beaches or seaside award beaches in Britain. Walkers will find Pembrokeshire a paradise as the 186 miles of coast are covered by a wonderful coastal path which winds through picturesque towns and villages and across beautiful beaches with inspiring views.
In terms of places to visit and great attractions, Pembrokeshire can offer a varied selection from its 51 forts and castles to family fun attractions and beautiful gardens and heritage sites. The Welsh wildlife centre, Tenby Dinosaur Park and Shearwater safaris are just an example of the exciting places to visit that will entertain the whole family. Activities available for those looking to keep active and enjoy the outdoors include scuba diving, surfing, kite surfing, sea fishing, horse riding and coasteering.
With its beautiful coastal scenery and lovely beaches, Pembrokeshire is a stunning area for a group holiday.
Whether you opt to book a large country house in one of Wales’ National Parks, or by the coast (Wales is home to some 750 miles of coastline and numerous blue flag award winning beaches), Wales is a fascinating country for a large group break.