Short Walks in North Wales

We have a range of walks to inspire you; family fun at Plas Newydd, discover nature at Penrhyn and a look at industrial heritage and rich wildlife at Trwyn Cemlyn on Anglesey, and there's so much more . . .

Gelert's stone monument at Beddgelert
Craflwyn and Beddgelert   Gwynedd

Gelert's grave walk

This walk leads you along an even path from the village centre, along the banks of the River Glaslyn to the site of Gelert's grave. You'll also discover the legend of Gelert and Prince Llywelyn which has given this village its name.

Tale of a faithful friend
Views over ruins at the Cefn Coch goldmines
South Snowdonia   Gwynedd

Dolmelynllyn Estate walk

See the spectacular Rhaeadr Ddu Falls and the fascinating remains of the Cefn Coch gold mine.

Follow the trail
Discover a 19th-century fantasy castle with spectacular surroundings
Penrhyn Castle and Garden   Gwynedd

Discover nature walk at Penrhyn

Discover the habitats, animals and plants around our special place as you follow our walk.

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Plas Newydd with the Menai Strait and Snowdonia in the background
Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

Walk the hidden corners of Plas Newydd

Enjoy the stunning views over the Menai Strait, the Faenol and Snowdonia as you walk around the beautiful grounds of Plas Newydd.

Discover your own favourite spots
Family walking through Plas Newydd grounds
Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

Fun family walk at Plas Newydd

You'll find plenty to keep the children happy on this family walk, including our new treehouse and the great adventure playground.

Enjoy a family walk at Plas Newydd
Couple walking across the beach at Porthor, Llŷn Peninsula
Porthor   Gwynedd

Porthor and the Whistling Sands walk

The views are spectacular along this rugged coastline on the northern side of the Llŷn Peninsula. This is a great walk to absorb some of the history and heritage of the area.

See spectacular views
Edrychwch i lawr ar Borthor, Penrhyn Llyn, Cymru
Walking trail

Taith gerdded Porthor 

Mae'r golygfeydd yn ysblennydd ar hyd y arfordir garw ar ochr ogleddol Penrhyn Llŷn. Mae hon yn daith wych i amsugno peth o'r hanes a threftadaeth yr ardal.

Cael gwybod mwy
Sun sets over the shingle sweep of Cemlyn Bay, Anglesey
Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

Cemlyn shingle ridge walk

Step out of the Bryn Aber car park onto a fantastic shingle ridge, where you can watch a host of water birds on the lagoon and walk back along the lane past the home of Captain Vivian Hewitt, who created the lagoon.

Watch the sunset into the Irish Sea
Plas Newydd, Anglesey, with the Menai Strait and Snowdonia seen from beneath a large sycamore tree
Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

Menai Strait wildlife and woodland walk

Explore varied native woodland and ancient parkland on a short walk with views of the house and gardens at Plas Newydd and the hills of Snowdonia.

Join us for a woodland walk
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Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

Cemlyn and Llanrhwydrus circular walk

Take a truly atmospheric three-mile walk from Bryn Aber with ancient pre-history and memories of more recent human achievement and memorials of loss.

See the sunset over the Irish Sea
Sun sets over the shingle sweep of Cemlyn Bay, Anglesey
Plas Newydd House and Gardens   Anglesey

The Trwyn Cemlyn walk on Anglesey

This walk around the coastal headland celebrates some of Anglesey’s industrial heritage as well as its rich wildlife and a pioneering aviator.

Spot dolphins at Harry Furloughs Rocks
Dinas Oleu headland with Barmouth town and coastline in the foreground
South Snowdonia   Gwynedd

Dinas Oleu walk, Barmouth

Wander through the winding old town up to the gorse-covered Dinas Oleu, donated by Victorian Fanny Talbot to the people of Barmouth.

Follow in Fanny Talbot's footsteps

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