Blaenau Ffestiniog is to be found surrounded by the Snowdonia National Park, despite this location it is not in the National Park and to establish why we have to look back a short way through history. In the 19th century slate was the basis of wealth in Snowdonia and the surrounding area and Blaenau Ffestiniog was the centre of that industry. The town is central to the quarrying, mining and associated building that has been undertaken in the area all linked by a system of inclines and railways. Today many of the mines are largely derelict but the legacy they left behind are the grey slate waste tips that surround the town. It is reported that as long ago as 1873 Blaneau Ffestiniog was the “City of Slate” with everything inside and outside of the local houses seemingly made of slate. Where slate was instrumental in the towns growth it has also been responsible for its omission from the National Park – however the National Park Information Centre is located in the centre of the town. Today Blaneau Ffestiniog offers the visitor a convenient base for all types of outdoor activity whilst it still makes a valuable contribution to industry in Wales by means of the Ffestiniog Power Station that can, if required supply the whole of North Wales for several hours.
Attraction
Llechwedd Slate Caverns
Plastan-y-Bwlch Gardens
Traws Pleasure Cruises
Cottage
Cnicht at The Oakeley Arms
Manod
Moel Siabod
Preswylfa
West End
Doctor
Inn
Pub and Bar
Miners Arms
Rhiw Goch Inn
Wynnes Arms Hotel
Restaurant
School
Maenofferen Primary School
Manod Primary School
Solicitor
Taxi
Nev-S TaxisSports Clubs
Clwb Beics Ysgol y Moelwyn (Cycling)
Shops
Pets R Us
D P Davies
Cambrian Boots
Activities
E Pritchard Pony Trekking(Riding)
Places to Stay near Blaenau Ffestiniog
The Don (0.79 miles)
The Don is a family run bed & breakfast in the heart of Snowdonia. At The Don we hope to provide a warm welcome for you to our family home. ... More
Queens Hotel (1.10 miles)
Queens hotel was taken over by John Hughes in August 2008, my aim is to refurbish the hotel back to it splendour years when it shone in the middle of the town. Through the coming months I ... More | visit website
The Grapes Hotel (4.37 miles)
The Grapes Hotel is a 17th century coaching inn, with parts dating back as far as the early 13th century. Over 280 years the Grapes has become renowned for its Ales, Home fare, Hospitality and ... More | visit website
Elen's Castle Hotel (4.73 miles)
Set in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, originally owned by Baron Gwydir and then the Earl of Ancaster, Elen's Castle Hotel was once an 18th century coaching inn. Whilst retaining its historical charm ... More | visit website
Penmachno Hall (4.73 miles)
Brynllydan (6.47 miles)
A haven of peace and tranquillity, this family run residence is immersed within 7 acres of private grounds on a secluded hillside setting, boasting spectacular views of Snowdonia’s National Park. Overlooking the ... More
The Alms Lodges (7.50 miles)
Dated 1880, the Alms Lodges are a row of three Grade II listed 2 bedroomed properties located just outside Betws-y-Coed, in the picturesque and peaceful National Trust village of Ystyby ... More
Afon Gwyn Country House (7.89 miles)
Since opening in 2006 this boutique B&B has won awards. Situated in the beautiful hills of Snowdonia and a short walk from the pretty village of Betws y Coed, Afon ... More
Craflwyn (7.92 miles)
Craflywn Hall ... More | visit website
Craig-y-Dderwen Riverside Hotel (8.17 miles)
Built in late Victorian times and set amidst the dramatic scenery of Snowdonia National Park, this elegant hotel makes the most of its tranquil and secluded position set within 16 acres of grounds on the ... More | visit website
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