THE ADVERTISER…VISITING SNOWDONIA’S ATTRACTIONS


TheWelsh Highland Railway arriving at Beddgelert


 I love the great little trains of Wales and was eagerly looking forward to my journey from Caernafon on the Welsh Highland Railway. It didn’t disappoint!


This railway is theUK’s longest heritage line and runs for 25miles from Caernafon, past the foot of Snowdon and the picturesque village of Beddgelert, then through the stunning Aberglaslyn Pass and on to the coast and Porthmadog. To cope with its sharp curves and steep gradients, the railway uses huge Beyer-Garratt locomotives, the largest two foot gauge steam trains that you can see anywhere in the world. I upgraded to the first class Pullman coach and felt as if I had stepped back in time to amore civilized age of transport. Relaxing in comfort Iwas able to enjoy the stunning scenery with at-seat buffet service for snacks and refreshment. Travelling on this railway is an exciting adventure and a super way to see the best of Snowdonia. Once your destination has been reached there is time to explore before rejoining the train for the return journey.


2014 sawthe opening of the £1.25million PorthmadogHarbour Station and 2018 will see the opening of a new futuristic station at Caernafon – definitely on my ‘to do again’ list!


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Top Tip – the new Snowdonia Pass has been launched by Attractions of Snowdonia and is a credit card size passwhich gives you access to a number of exclusive discounts at participating visitor attractions, activity providers, shops, restaurants, historical sites and accommodation providers.


You can see more about the discount card on the Snowdonia Pass website.


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Holidays and short breaks in the UK are back in fashion in a big way. Nowadays we tend to travel in search of new experiences, culture, heritage, activity and adventure. Additionally we expect excellent standards of accommodation and dining options – I’m sure youwill find Snowdonia ticks all these boxes; it does forme.


I have covered just three attractions of Snowdonia. There are lots more on offer!


 For more information on the attractions take a look at the following websites Attractions of Snowdonia: www.attractionsofsnowdonia.com


Portmeirion Village: www.portmeirion-village.com Harlech Castle: www.cadw.wales.gov.uk TheWelsh Highland Railway: www.festrail.co.uk Snowdonia Pass: www.snowdoniapass.co.uk


I have also produced a short video of my recent visit, do take a look – it’s on www.YourHolidayTV.com David Powell


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