Bala is located in the Welsh County of Gwynedd is Snowdonia with a stunning backdrop of mountains and nestling against the banks of Bala Lake or Llyn Tegid as it is more locally known and is the largest natural body of water in inland Wales. The town centre consists of a main street with a variety of local shops and is a popular tourist destination for those who enjoy windsurfing on the lake because of the unique geography of the area the winds sweep down the mountain valley creating the sometimes ideal conditions. The lake also plays host to fishermen as well as the Gwyniad – a are fish unique to this lake, it is a type of land locked herring a member of the whitefish family. For those who prefer a stroll through the picturesque mountains or to use their mountina bikes then Bala has plenty of variety to offer. Alongside the lake is Bala Miniature Railway the train ravels around the lake using locomotives that were formerly used in the local slate quarries. Bala is to be found just off the A494 and is also a popular place to stop if you are travelling further into mid Wales.
Attraction
Camping
Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan & Camping Park
Pen Y Bont Touring & Camping Park
Pen-y-Garth Lodges
Tytandderwen Caravan Park
Cottage
Cae Derwen
Hirnant at Llancrch-Yr-Eryr
Pen Y Garth
Doctor
Estate Agent
Dodd’s Property World
Tom Parry & Co
Golf Club
Holiday Park
Pub and Bar
Awel Yr Aran restaurant
Eagles Inn
Goat Hotel
Restaurant
Badell Aur Restaurant
Eagles Inn
Goat Hotel
Pale Hall Hotel
School
Ysgol Beuno Sant
Ysgol Bro Tryweryn
Self-Catering
Featherdown Farm
Hirnant at Llancrch-Yr-Eryr
Pen-y-Garth Lodges
Solicitor
Taxi
Derwen Hire Taxi Service
Global Taxis
Tour Guide
Sports Clubs
Bala CC (Cricket)
Bala Katamaran Club (Sailing)
Shops
Rhianfa Flowers
Meirion Awen
Rowlands Pharmacy
Activities
Adventure Plus(Adventure)
The National Whitewater Centre(Water Sports)
Places to Stay near Bala
White Lion Royal Hotel (0.26 miles)
The White Lion Royal Hotel, built 1752, reopened after extensive renovation to a 4 star Coaching Inn standard. Close to Snowdonia National Park (an area of outstanding natural beauty) and the ... More
Bodiwan (0.28 miles)
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Bodiwan is a grade II listed building steeped in local history rooms are kept in the character of the house ... More
Cysgod y Coed Bed and Breakfast (0.68 miles)
Cysgod y Coed Bed Breakfast is situated in the sleepy village of Llanfor just a 10 minute walk from the bustling town of Bala, in the Snowdonia National Park, North ... More
Pen-Isar Llan Cottage (0.68 miles)
Abercelyn Country House (1.18 miles)
Bed and breakfast accommodation is provided in an 18th century, Grade II listed, former rectory set in landscaped gardens overlooking Bala Lake. The bright spacious bedrooms are all en-suite. Relaxing ... More
The Railway Cottage (2.43 miles)
A rural, quiet setting.New purpose built extension providing high quality en-suite facilities, including a conservatory for sole use by guests during their stay. We can provide either a double or ... More
Tair Felin Farm Guesthouse (2.49 miles)
Tair Felin is a traditional stone built Welsh Farmhouse situated in the stunning Snowdonia National Park. The National Whitewater Centre (Canolfan Tryweryn) is one mile away and the busy market ... More
Erw Feuirg Farm Guesthouse (2.96 miles)
Lovely open views of the Berwyn Mountains. Ideal location for touring Snwodonia National Park, walking or water sport activities. A typical Welsh Farm. Less than an hour from the seaside ... More
Tyddyn Llan Hotel (6.50 miles)
Tyddyn Llan, a small elegant Georgian Country House with an award winning restaurant and luxurious accommodation is in a peaceful location with beautiful gardens in an area of remarkable natural ... More
Pentre-Bach (6.50 miles)
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