South Snowdonia Guidebook
City/town information
The local historic town – famous during the gold rush! Pick up some tasty treats at the farmer’s market, enjoy beautiful home-made cakes at the choice of local cafe’s. There’s several good restaurants and pubs to choose from too.
•The Stag Inn: newly reopened in the centre of town. Lovely beer garden and very dog friendly.
• Y Gader: a tapas bistro and bar owned and run by a couple from the Basque region. Great range of home cooked tapas. Booking is recommended
• T.H. Roberts Coffee Shop: Delicious homemade food and amazing cakes. Dog friendly
• Y Sospan: an old medieval jail dating back to 1606, grab a seat upstairs and soak in the atmosphere of old beams and stone walls. Delicious range of homemade food. Café during the day and bistro type meals at night
• The Ship Inn: has just had a complete refurbishment, beautifully decorated and with an updated
menu. Good food, child and dog friendly. Right on the old square in town
There is good size Co-op and Eurospar stocked with all the usual things plus some local produce too. Both are open until 10pm (except Sundays) and within easy reach of the house so good if you’ve forgotten anything or need first day supplies!
• Poptvr Dref — Local bakery for bread and cakes
• Roberts Brothers – excellant butchers on the high street in Dolgellau, great for the BBQ
• Youngs - Locally sourced fruit and vegetables. Delivery available
• Dylanwad Wine Shop - A great selection of wines and Italian deli products. They also offer free delivery to Arthog on a Wednesday.
Cader Ales - Locally crafted ale from this microbrewery based in Dolgellau. Free local delivery is available.
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Dolgellau
The local historic town – famous during the gold rush! Pick up some tasty treats at the farmer’s market, enjoy beautiful home-made cakes at the choice of local cafe’s. There’s several good restaurants and pubs to choose from too.
•The Stag Inn: newly reopened in the centre of town. Lovely beer garden and very dog friendly.
• Y Gader: a tapas bistro and bar owned and run by a couple from the Basque region. Great range of home cooked tapas. Booking is recommended
• T.H. Roberts Coffee Shop: Delicious homemade food and amazing cakes. Dog friendly
• Y Sospan: an old medieval jail dating back to 1606, grab a seat upstairs and soak in the atmosphere of old beams and stone walls. Delicious range of homemade food. Café during the day and bistro type meals at night
• The Ship Inn: has just had a complete refurbishment, beautifully decorated and with an updated
menu. Good food, child and dog friendly. Right on the old square in town
There is good size Co-op and Eurospar stocked with all the usual things plus some local produce too. Both are open until 10pm (except Sundays) and within easy reach of the house so good if you’ve forgotten anything or need first day supplies!
• Poptvr Dref — Local bakery for bread and cakes
• Roberts Brothers – excellant butchers on the high street in Dolgellau, great for the BBQ
• Youngs - Locally sourced fruit and vegetables. Delivery available
• Dylanwad Wine Shop - A great selection of wines and Italian deli products. They also offer free delivery to Arthog on a Wednesday.
Cader Ales - Locally crafted ale from this microbrewery based in Dolgellau. Free local delivery is available.
Fish n Chips from the Mermaid – award winning fish shop facing the sea – near the railway station – eat in or take away and munch on the beach front
The Last Inn Barmouth – our favourite spot for soaking up the sun in the evening- lovely wine selection and food served
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Barmouth
Fish n Chips from the Mermaid – award winning fish shop facing the sea – near the railway station – eat in or take away and munch on the beach front
The Last Inn Barmouth – our favourite spot for soaking up the sun in the evening- lovely wine selection and food served
Sightseeing
Lovely wide beach when the tide is out. Parts are dog friendly. Small ferry from the headline point on the
beach to Barmouth harbour.
Indiana Cuisine: a highly recommended authentic Indian restaurant. Small and cosy dining room, large parties are advised to book. As food is cooked to order then a wait may be expected at peak times for take away. No delivery.
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Fairbourne Beach
Lovely wide beach when the tide is out. Parts are dog friendly. Small ferry from the headline point on the
beach to Barmouth harbour.
Indiana Cuisine: a highly recommended authentic Indian restaurant. Small and cosy dining room, large parties are advised to book. As food is cooked to order then a wait may be expected at peak times for take away. No delivery.
Just along the estuary trail – catch the little steam railway to the headland and then the short hop on the water taxi to Barmouth for sandy beaches; crabbing; donkeys and of course ice cream and tasty fish and chips!
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Fairbourne Railway
Beach RoadJust along the estuary trail – catch the little steam railway to the headland and then the short hop on the water taxi to Barmouth for sandy beaches; crabbing; donkeys and of course ice cream and tasty fish and chips!
Tan y Coed has immediate access to the famous Mawddach Estuary path – 9 miles / 15km of glorious (flat) walking or cycling running adjacent to the river Mawddach. Enter a world of mountain views and wildlife all whilst meandering along the old historic railway line.
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The Mawddach Trail
Tan y Coed has immediate access to the famous Mawddach Estuary path – 9 miles / 15km of glorious (flat) walking or cycling running adjacent to the river Mawddach. Enter a world of mountain views and wildlife all whilst meandering along the old historic railway line.
Fantastic long beach of which parts are dog friendly. Seafront pubs, shops and cafes.
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Barmouth-stranden
Porkington TerraceFantastic long beach of which parts are dog friendly. Seafront pubs, shops and cafes.
A short but steep drive up from the house to the stunning Cregennan Lakes National Trust reserve, with views to the Cader Idris range, picnic benches with views towards Barmouth or ample walking routes. The drive is not for the fainthearted!
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Cregennan lakes
A short but steep drive up from the house to the stunning Cregennan Lakes National Trust reserve, with views to the Cader Idris range, picnic benches with views towards Barmouth or ample walking routes. The drive is not for the fainthearted!
Thrilling world famous bike trails for all abilities along with four new running courses mixed with family woodland walks/play area and a cafe to refuel on site. Most paths are suitable for dogs off the lead too.
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Coed-y-Brenin
Thrilling world famous bike trails for all abilities along with four new running courses mixed with family woodland walks/play area and a cafe to refuel on site. Most paths are suitable for dogs off the lead too.
For those who like to get the blood pumping take a walk up from the house through Arthog Falls and the old oak forest emerging at the old drover’s bridge and loop back via Cregennan Lakes down to the house.
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Arthog Waterfalls
For those who like to get the blood pumping take a walk up from the house through Arthog Falls and the old oak forest emerging at the old drover’s bridge and loop back via Cregennan Lakes down to the house.
A must-do for walkers staying at Tan y Coed – the local famous mountain Cadair Idris – meaning ‘Chair of Idris’ from the giant warrior poet of Welsh legend at 2927ft. The ambitious can climb direct from the house, otherwise it’s a 15 minutes drive to the Pony path car park
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Penygader
A must-do for walkers staying at Tan y Coed – the local famous mountain Cadair Idris – meaning ‘Chair of Idris’ from the giant warrior poet of Welsh legend at 2927ft. The ambitious can climb direct from the house, otherwise it’s a 15 minutes drive to the Pony path car park
Catch some waves and a fun filled day out! Whether you are a beginner or a pro surfer – all are welcome at this world first surf lagoon- lessons also available. SUP, Zip lines and climbing walls for extra thrills. Fill up at the onsite restaurant after your adrenalin work out!
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Conway RoadCatch some waves and a fun filled day out! Whether you are a beginner or a pro surfer – all are welcome at this world first surf lagoon- lessons also available. SUP, Zip lines and climbing walls for extra thrills. Fill up at the onsite restaurant after your adrenalin work out!
George III Inn directly on the estuary trail about 7km from the house – sup a pint of local ale or sip a glass of wine whilst soaking up the beautiful views across the estuary. Causal dining during the day, booking required in the evenings in the upstairs bar.
Penmaenpool
George III Inn directly on the estuary trail about 7km from the house – sup a pint of local ale or sip a glass of wine whilst soaking up the beautiful views across the estuary. Causal dining during the day, booking required in the evenings in the upstairs bar.
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A train trip down the coast to Tywyn and Aberdovey Beaches
The nearest train station is Morfa Mawddach, 0.8 miles from Tan y Coed, a off raod walk on the Mawddach Trail
The train station at Morfa Mawddach is a small request stop platform, just stick your arm out for the train to stop. Pay on the train with cash or card. Dogs go free. Trains run at approximately 2-hour intervals. The timetable is available at https://tfwrail.wales
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Local and Welsh produce food deliveries
The following are a few of the we have used. Please check
websites or give them a ring to check delivery days.
• Jonah's Fishmongers – Aberystwyth. Will deliver overnight – free for orders over £50
• TJ Roberts Butchers – Bala. Excellent Welsh meat produce.
• Black Mountain Smokery. Fantastic selection of smoked fish, chicken, and cheese.
• Tywyn Foods. A selection of vegetables. Local bread and pantry items
• Rh Estate – Corwen. A range of lovely organic meats and produce plus delicious deli products and pantry items
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National Supermarket Deliveries
We can recommend an Asda, Morrisons or Tesco order for your arrival day, a great way to get all your bulky items delivered.