Capel Celyn Travel Guide

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Wales
Wales
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 NZ$223 per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
NZ$223
3 Feb - 4 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! (129 reviews)
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Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

IXORA Hotel and Spa
Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Dolgellau Wales
Stay at this cottage in Dolgellau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cymer Abbey and Llyn Tan y Graig are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The cottage was comfortable, with good amenities, nice and quiet and good location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

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Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!
Waterloo Hotel Lodge

Waterloo Hotel Lodge

3 out of 5
Holyhead Road Betws-Y-Coed Wales
The price is NZ$170 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$170
1 Feb - 2 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! (764 reviews)
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Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

Waterloo Hotel Lodge
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Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!

Dolgellau Wales
Stay at this cottage in Dolgellau. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Cymer Abbey and Llyn Tan y Graig are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
The cottage was comfortable, with good amenities, nice and quiet and good location

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!
New luxury converted barn at the foot of Moel Hebog

New luxury converted barn at the foot of Moel Hebog

Beddgelert Wales
Stay at this holiday home in Caernarfon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gelert's Grave and Aberglaslyn Pass are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (70 reviews)
Such a cosy, comfortable and well maintained cottage with stunning views. Booking and check in was very easy and communication with the host was excellent. We are booking again!

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025

New luxury converted barn at the foot of Moel Hebog
SNOWDONIA LOG CABIN RETREAT. 4/6 BERTH FAMILY/PET FRIENDLY. MOUNTAIN VIEWS

SNOWDONIA LOG CABIN RETREAT. 4/6 BERTH FAMILY/PET FRIENDLY. MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Gwynedd WLS
Stay at this cabin in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Eryri National Park and Llyn Gelli-Gain are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (200 reviews)
Cosy cabin with a lovely view. Very clean, lovely log cabin village. Pet friendly which is a must for us.

Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

SNOWDONIA LOG CABIN RETREAT. 4/6 BERTH FAMILY/PET FRIENDLY. MOUNTAIN VIEWS
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Popular places to visit

Lake Bala

Llyn Tegid

You can learn about the history of Bala with a visit to Llyn Tegid. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Llyn Tegid
Lake Bala

Bala Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bala Lake during your travels in Bala. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's mountain views.

Bala Lake

Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre during your travels in Llanuwchllyn.

Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre

Caerau Uchaf Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Caerau Uchaf Gardens, a lovely green space in Llandderfel. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Caerau Uchaf Gardens

Llyn y Garn

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llyn y Garn during your travels in Trawsfynydd.

Llyn y Garn

Llandderfel Quarry

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Llandderfel Quarry during your travels in Llandderfel.

Llandderfel Quarry

Activities

Two Hours Gorge Walking Activity

Two Hours Gorge Walking Activity

NZ$140
per adult
Two Hours Gorge Walking Activity
Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure

Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure

NZ$151
per adult
Llangollen: Gorge Walking Adventure
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