Capel Celyn

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Llyn Celyn during the extended hot spell of summer 2018, showing low water levels.
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Llyn Celyn Resevoir, Snowdonia North Wales. Water lever extremely low due to our dry spell in the UK. lyn Celyn is a large reservoir constructed between 1960 and 1965 in the valley of the River Tryweryn in Gwynedd, Wales. It measures roughly 2.5 miles long by 1 mile wide, and has a maximum depth of 140 ft.
Llanycil - Mynydd Nodol seen across Llyn Celyn Construction of Llyn Celyn involved flooding the village of Capel Celyn and adjacent farmland, a deeply controversial move. Much of the anger was occasioned because the village was a strong-hold of Welsh culture and the Welsh language, whilst the reservoir was being built to supply Liverpool and parts of Wirral with water, rather than Wales. The legislation enabling the development was also passed despite the opposition of 35 out of 36 Welsh Members of Parliament, with the 36th not voting. This led to an increase in support for the Welsh Nationalist party, Plaid Cymru, in the late 1950s and gave fresh impetus to Welsh devolution. The drowned community is commemorated by the Tryweryn Memorial Chapel.
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IXORA Hotel and Spa

IXORA Hotel and Spa

3 out of 5
Conway Road Conwy Wales
The price is RM462 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
RM462
RM555 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Conwy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Conwy Valley Maze and Conwy Water Gardens are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (134 reviews)
Great hotel in a picturesque setting. The staff were superb throughout. We'll definitely be returning

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

IXORA Hotel and Spa
Waterloo Hotel Lodge

Waterloo Hotel Lodge

3 out of 5
Holyhead Road Betws-Y-Coed Wales
The price is RM396 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
RM396
RM475 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Betws-Y-Coed. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (768 reviews)
Happy with my stay. Staff were very helpful and welcoming

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Waterloo Hotel Lodge
The Swallow Falls Inn - The Inn Collection Group

The Swallow Falls Inn - The Inn Collection Group

3 out of 5
Holyhead Road Betws-Y-Coed Wales
The price is RM378 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM378
RM454 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Betws-Y-Coed. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Swallow Falls and Gwydyr Forest ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
The hotel looks great, clean, tidy and a lot of character. Food excellent, breakfast and dinner, staff friendly and helpful. V good value and would definetely recommend

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

The Swallow Falls Inn - The Inn Collection Group
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2 Bed House - Sleeps 3 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

2 Bed House - Sleeps 3 - Garden - Parking - Wifi

3 out of 5
Blaenau Ffestiniog Wales
Stay at this 3-star holiday home in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Oakeley Square and Municipal Garden ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
The cottage was very homely and cosy. Great location for the area we visited.

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

2 Bed House - Sleeps 3 - Garden - Parking - Wifi
Spacious 3 Bed Log Cabin in Snowdonia

Spacious 3 Bed Log Cabin in Snowdonia

3 out of 5
Trawsfyndd Leisure Village Blaenau Ffestiniog Wales
Stay at this cabin in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Enjoy free parking and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Eryri National Park and Llyn Gelli-Gain are located ...
We, 4 adults, spent 3 nights there and it was nice that we always had hot water and the heating warmed up quickly the cottage. There is a nice view from the balcony. Although the cabin is advertised for 6 people the 2 bunk beds are for children as adults might find them too small and short therefore ...

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2024

Spacious 3 Bed Log Cabin in Snowdonia
Torrent Walk Glamping

Torrent Walk Glamping

3 out of 5
Dolgun Uchaf Dolgellau Wales
Stay at this holiday home in Dolgellau. Enjoy premium bedding. Popular attractions Torrent Walk and Dolgellau Park are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
Nice place

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Torrent Walk Glamping
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