Eirianfa Activities & Places of Interest
City/town information
Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant is a lovely, friendly village with quite a lot of amenities and places to explore.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
Shops:
1. Greatorex: A great little convenience store that has a very wide range of goods. Open 7 days a week from early until 10pm.
2. Spar: Little convenience store open from 8am-10pm.
3. Bodalwyn Newsagent: Owned and run by the same family who have Greatorex.
4. Izzy’s Butcher. N.B. Closed on Monday. https://wildwelshmeat.co.uk/
5. Dragons: A community craft shop.
6. Post Office: In the Gegin Fach café.
7. Tanat Supplies: A hardware store.
Eating out/Pubs:
1. Gegin Fach: Simple little restaurant and café. Takeaways available.
2. Market Square Fish and Chips: This is just re-opening under new management.
3. Little India at The Plough Inn: Indian take away and limited pub.
4. The Hand (Tafern Claw): Pub popular with the locals.
5. The Wynnstay Arms. Hotel with bar and food as well a nice pub garden. There’s a picture board of the cast of “The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill but Came Down a Mountain”, which was partially filmed in the village 26 years ago. Hugh Grant 1995.
Churches:
1. St Dogfan’s, Church in Wales, renowned as the place where William Morgan translated the Bible into Welsh. There is a statue of him outside the village hall. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
2. Seion Methodist Chapel. Open to visitors on Fri, services held in Welsh. It’s an unusual example of an Arts & Crafts design. http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/11415/details/seion-methodist-chapel-wesleyansion-llanrhaeadr-ym-mochnant
Foundry:
Castle Fine Arts Foundry is based on the edge of the village. It has created many nationally and internationally acclaimed works, including the statue of Diana, Princess of Wales that was recently unveiled. An example can be seen opposite the Methodist Chapel in the village. If you’re lucky you may get a sneak preview of work being undertaken as you drive/walk past the Foundry. http://www.bronzefoundry.co.uk/WORKS.html
Bridge:
The river through the village (Afon Rhaeadr) was once the border between Denbighshire and Montgomeryshire. The bridge was built by both counties; however, they used different stone, hence you’ll notice that one half of the bridge was built with stone that is paler than the other.
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Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant is a lovely, friendly village with quite a lot of amenities and places to explore.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
Shops:
1. Greatorex: A great little convenience store that has a very wide range of goods. Open 7 days a week from early until 10pm.
2. Spar: Little convenience store open from 8am-10pm.
3. Bodalwyn Newsagent: Owned and run by the same family who have Greatorex.
4. Izzy’s Butcher. N.B. Closed on Monday. https://wildwelshmeat.co.uk/
5. Dragons: A community craft shop.
6. Post Office: In the Gegin Fach café.
7. Tanat Supplies: A hardware store.
Eating out/Pubs:
1. Gegin Fach: Simple little restaurant and café. Takeaways available.
2. Market Square Fish and Chips: This is just re-opening under new management.
3. Little India at The Plough Inn: Indian take away and limited pub.
4. The Hand (Tafern Claw): Pub popular with the locals.
5. The Wynnstay Arms. Hotel with bar and food as well a nice pub garden. There’s a picture board of the cast of “The Englishman Who Went Up a Hill but Came Down a Mountain”, which was partially filmed in the village 26 years ago. Hugh Grant 1995.
Churches:
1. St Dogfan’s, Church in Wales, renowned as the place where William Morgan translated the Bible into Welsh. There is a statue of him outside the village hall. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
2. Seion Methodist Chapel. Open to visitors on Fri, services held in Welsh. It’s an unusual example of an Arts & Crafts design. http://www.coflein.gov.uk/en/site/11415/details/seion-methodist-chapel-wesleyansion-llanrhaeadr-ym-mochnant
Foundry:
Castle Fine Arts Foundry is based on the edge of the village. It has created many nationally and internationally acclaimed works, including the statue of Diana, Princess of Wales that was recently unveiled. An example can be seen opposite the Methodist Chapel in the village. If you’re lucky you may get a sneak preview of work being undertaken as you drive/walk past the Foundry. http://www.bronzefoundry.co.uk/WORKS.html
Bridge:
The river through the village (Afon Rhaeadr) was once the border between Denbighshire and Montgomeryshire. The bridge was built by both counties; however, they used different stone, hence you’ll notice that one half of the bridge was built with stone that is paler than the other.
Sightseeing
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the UK, this is a popular destination for day trippers so avoid the weekend and the early afternoon. There is a very expensive car park with only a daily fixed rate. However, there is a layby nearby, which should be used with caution due to a very uneven surface.
There are prepared paths to the top of the waterfall and surrounding areas. Take care at the top as the drop is unfenced.
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Pistyll Rhaeadr
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the UK, this is a popular destination for day trippers so avoid the weekend and the early afternoon. There is a very expensive car park with only a daily fixed rate. However, there is a layby nearby, which should be used with caution due to a very uneven surface.
There are prepared paths to the top of the waterfall and surrounding areas. Take care at the top as the drop is unfenced.
Great for simple sightseeing and picnics; however, there are RSPB bird hides, a café, water sports and a country house hotel.
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Lake Vyrnwy
Great for simple sightseeing and picnics; however, there are RSPB bird hides, a café, water sports and a country house hotel.
A little over an hour away this is a great location throughout the year.
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Barmouth
A little over an hour away this is a great location throughout the year.
Mach Loop
A must for plane spotters.
Great day out. Simply sightseeing, casual stroll or a special meal.
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Portmeirion
Great day out. Simply sightseeing, casual stroll or a special meal.
Historic castle and great gardens for kids.
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National Trust - Powis Castle noHlala
Historic castle and great gardens for kids.
Craft
Paint your own pots. Great for those wet days in Wales! They can arrange postage for your latest craft treasure.
Capel Clay
104 High StPaint your own pots. Great for those wet days in Wales! They can arrange postage for your latest craft treasure.
Water sports
Llyn Tegid
Plenty of water sports and a steam railway.
Activity
World's fastest zip wire and underground trampolining. Not cheap and booking well in advance essential.
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Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
World's fastest zip wire and underground trampolining. Not cheap and booking well in advance essential.
Tired of walking up hills on 2 feet? Try throwing yourself down a hill on 2 wheels. Not for the faint hearted!
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Revolution Bike Park
Tired of walking up hills on 2 feet? Try throwing yourself down a hill on 2 wheels. Not for the faint hearted!
Surf on artificial waves, zip wire across the water, bike and skateboard on a purpose built track or enjoy indoor activities on an assault course, climbing wall or soft play.
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Adventure Parc Snowdonia
Conway RoadSurf on artificial waves, zip wire across the water, bike and skateboard on a purpose built track or enjoy indoor activities on an assault course, climbing wall or soft play.
The Ffestiniog Railway is the world’s oldest narrow gauge railway with almost 200 years of history, taking you on a 13½-mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
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Ffestiniog Railway Harbour Station
The Ffestiniog Railway is the world’s oldest narrow gauge railway with almost 200 years of history, taking you on a 13½-mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
There are many lovely walks for all abilities. We supply some maps and suggested walks; however, it is worth investing in suitable apps etc. Please be advised that, depending on your mobile provider, data services can be patchy!
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Berwyn
There are many lovely walks for all abilities. We supply some maps and suggested walks; however, it is worth investing in suitable apps etc. Please be advised that, depending on your mobile provider, data services can be patchy!
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Ukuzulazula
Easy walk to the village but personal transport for beyond.
Village is an easy walk with lots of amenities and some easily accessible hikes. Although there is a limited bus service, as a rural community, personal transport is essential for longer journeys.
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Book Tourist Attractions
For any pre-planned visitor attracts (zip wire etc) it is better to book well in advance.
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This is the country
Sensible shoes, walking boots, warm clothes and wet weather gear is highly recommended. However, we provide a washing machine, plenty of washing powder and a tumble drier so you don't need to pack separate clothes for every day.