Y Felinheli lies resting gently against the shores of the Menai Straits in North Wales lying between Bangor and Caernarfon with easy access to the A55 Expressway. Located on the Menai Straits Y Felinheli takes its name from the tidal power that used to work the mills as opposed to those that used rivers and streams. The port here was originally built and used for the shipping out of the slate that was mined at Dinorwic which was then transported to the port by narrow gauge railway for export. The Dinorwic quarry was responsible for the building of the port including a tidal lock and dry dock which today has been redeveloped as a marina. The Padarn Railway was a four foot gauge line built to connect the port to the quarry and the railway survived until 1961 today part of this railway survives as the Llanberis lake railway. Y Felinheli is today an ideal base for those who enjoy an active holiday – water sports, climbing and walking are readily available activities in the area. As it is midway between Bangor and Caernarfon then visits to these historic Welsh attractions should not be missed. The marina though is what attracts record visitors every year, it is the UK’s only Grade II Listed marina and there is plenty for mariners and landlubbers to enjoy.
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Places to Stay near Y Felinheli
Hotel Plas Dinorwic (0.02 miles)
The Plas Dinorwic Resort has fine accommodation comprising of bedrooms, suites, cottages & public rooms at affordable prices. A family run business since the mid 90’s, it has an informal and friendly atmosphere. With an ... More | visit website
Ty'n Rhos Country House Hotel (1.34 miles)
Premier Inn Bangor (1.50 miles)
Gwesty Carreg Mon Hotel (2.37 miles)
In a country setting, yet with easy access from the A55 Expressway, the Gwesty Carreg Mon Hotel nestles in 3 acres of garden close to the Menai Straits. We offer ... More
Anglesey Arms (2.95 miles)
Garden Hotel (3.81 miles)
Garden Hotel is a well established non-smoking Hotel graded annually by the Welsh TB 3 stars and a high number of regular discerning guests. We are centrally situated, close to University, shops and mainline railway ... More | visit website
Millpond Cottage (3.98 miles)
This beautifully renovated farmhouse cottage will provide a wonderful holiday base with spectacular panoramic views over the Snowdonian mountains for walking, fishing, cycling or taking the family out to the ... More
Albion Hotel (4.12 miles)
Traditional, Comfortable accommodation, situated in bangor town centre. Meals served daily 12 - 4, evening meals and breakfasts available if requested. Situated walking distance from university, also walking distance to ... More
Celtic Royal Hotel (4.21 miles)
Within easy reach of Manchester Airport, via the A55 expressway, or Bangor railway station, the Celtic Royal Hotel is situated at Caernarfon on the North Wales Coast, only a 5 minute walk from the historic ... More | visit website
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