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 — Visit the bronze statue of Gelert in 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 — Enjoy a wintry walk around Plas Newydd

Plas Newydd House and Garden 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 — Spend the day strolling through the grounds with your family

Plas Newydd House and Garden Anglesey

A gentle walk at Plas Newydd

You'll find plenty to keep everyone happy on this gentle walk around Plas Newydd's stunning garden.

Enjoy a gentle 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 — Ydych chi’n clywed sŵn y tywod yn gwichian?

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 — Sunset over Cemlyn Bay, Anglesey

Plas Newydd House and Garden 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

View from Glan Faenol across to Plas Newydd — View across the Menai Strait towards Plas Newydd

Plas Newydd House and Garden Anglesey

Glan Faenol wildlife and woodland walk

Explore varied native woodland and ancient parkland on a short walk with views across the Menai Strait towards Plas Newydd and the hills of Snowdonia.

Join us for a woodland walk