4 Reasons Why you should visit Wales in March/April                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     1..... Easter Egg Hunt and Fun day! 

On the hunt for an Egg-cellent Easter event and fun?  With Easter just around the corner, whether your off for the whole Easter or are just looking for something to do on the long Easter weekend there is  plenty going on  for all the family, Come join us just for the day or you can book yourself a long weekend here at Garreg Goch our accommodation caters for everyone!

Garreg Goch Caravan Park has an Easter Sales Fun day and a Free Hog Roast  for all, ,April 21st,  11am till 3pm, This will include an Easter Egg Hunt, let the kids scramble around in search of eggs   and a Raffle ,You can also check out our Sales fleet and Lodges,  Eloise (park manager) and Julie will be around to answer all your questions about the park and the surrounding area of Snowdonia , Come and join us for Easter fun and Games for all the family to enjoy!  .
Call us for more info; 01766 512210  

                  2.....Local Attractions are open!

Its been a long winter and now spring is in the air Our local attractions are open for you to visit,

Portmerion is an enchanting  Italianate style village and is opening there doors to the public on 1st March 2019 and is open on a daily basis 9.30am till 7.30pm, with shops, cafes, beautiful beaches and Restaurants this is well worth a day out for all the family.

Snowdonia Mountain Railway 

Snowdonia Mountain Railway will open there doors on 15th March which will take you on a journey to the summit of Snowdonia with some breath taking stunning views ,its all part of a great day out for you and your family!

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King Labyrinth 

This is a fun filled adventure for the whole family which sweeps you by boat through the magical veil of an underground waterfall into a mythical world filled with Dragons, Giants, Fierce battles and the legendary King Arthur, Doors open 1st April 2019.

                          3.....St Davids Day                                                 

No day in Wales is as colorful as St Davids Day, on the 1st March where the locals adorn red shawls and black chimney hats ,carrying green leeks or yellow daffodils and herds of Red Dragons - on flags off course ! Visitors can join in with the locals to celebrate St Davids day the patron saint of Wales,

                       4.....Spring is in the air


Spring is one of the prettiest seasons with blooming flowers and warming temperatures, Here in Wales Daffodils are dancing to the wind, daisies and dandelions making the meadows white and gold and early primrose hiding in the hedges ready to bloom, Swallows begin to arrive late March on wards having traveled the whole length of Africa from the southern tip to get to Wales, Spring sees countryside at its most beautiful and our wildlife at its wildest,               

                                                                 5.....Wildlife

Wales’s rugged coastline, windswept islands and verdant valleys offer bountiful opportunities to spot the country’s endemic wildlife, which includes red kites, falcons, puffins, basking sharks, dolphins, orcas and whales (yes, whales in Wales). Top spots include: Puffin Island, The Skerries, Grassholm, Anglesey, Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons.  The Golden Eagle is set to return to Snowdonia after nearlly 200 years, a new wildlife project hopes to bring this beautiful Eagle back to Wales.
            

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                           Top 4  Resturants 
                         Around Porthmadog


Want to visit Porthmadog and the surrounding area ,but do not know Where  to eat ?  Look no further , Here I have selected some of the nicest Local restaurants with some local Welsh Traditional Foods,

                                                  Y Sgwar Resturant , Tremadog


Y Sgwar Restaurant also meaning The Square, is chic in style with a welcoming stone fireplace and an aroma of Home cooked food, A wide range of menu choices and they cook locally produced foods,they  also have  a Sunday carvery and an A la Carte menu, Y Sgwar cater for Vegetarians, Celiac, Vegan free and Lactose free diet too.  Recommended to book  They are open for both lunches and evening meals,.mouth watering food,
Contact
Y Sgwar Restaurant.
12-16 Market Square
Porthmadog
Gwynedd
LL49 9RB
Children Welcome, Dogs not allowed, 
Tel;   01766 515451 

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
   








 Dylans Resturant  Criccieth                                   

                                                                                Dylans Resturant is  situated right by the sea in Criccieth  looking out across the bay towards Harlech Castle and the Rhinogs or back along our own beach to Criccieth Castle,  Fish and Seafood are prominent on the casual European-style menu. The kids menu is huge, so much to choose from,  Dylans has a wide range of local produced foods and the aroma of home cooked food is flawless. very welcoming and a wide range of different food. Dylans recommend you book to avoid disappointment,
Dogs are allowed outside on the baloney,

Criccieth
Meas y Mor
Criccieth
Gwynedd
LL52 0HU
Tel; 01766 522773


                                                               Australian Inn


The Australian Inn is an Attractive refurbished pub in the harboring town off Porthmadog, their own brewed Ale Purple Moose is a must try, decent wines by the glass and tasty pub food,chunky contemporary wooden furniture, beer barrel tables and banquets on bare boards, occasional pub quiz and live music nights, children welcome and seats outside, open all day, The Australian also hosts a shop in the town  where you can buy merchandise or you can purchase their own brewed Ale 

 

 

  

Moorings ,  Borth Y Gestour sunny terrace? 

Moorings is situated on the beautiful bay of Borth y Gest, just outside Porthmadog, They offer an evening meal or afternoon teas, with a balcony to sit out on and gasp the breath taking scenery of the bay, The menu is all locally produced food and has a large menu , also a large car park is opposite the restaurant so you do not even have to walk far , this is really in a wonderful location,
Closed on a Wednesday and Sunday evening,
Dogs are welcome on the patio.

Moorings Bistro 

4, Ivy Terrace

Borth-Y-Gest

LL49 9TS

01766 513500

      

                                 

 Snowdonia Mountain Bike Trails &  Accommodation                                    

Nestled in the heart of Snowdonia surrounded by some of the most breath taking scenery is home to some of the most amazing outdoor extreme sports the UK has to offer ,catering for every Adrenaline Junkies dream, From wild nature trails and flowing single -track ,to purpose built bike parks and downhill tracks, Offering something to all levels of riding,

Cyclists and Mountain bikers from all over the world come to North Wales to ride,

We also offer accommodation to suit everyone here at Garreg Goch caravan park where we are just a few miles from each MTB track, We are a small quiet family run caravan park and  just a few miniuts walk to an all-year Pet friendly Blackrock sands beach , We are situated by the Harboring town of Porthmadog which hosts some amazing Restaurants serving local produce,  pubs, shops and beaches.
Here at Garreg Goch we offer  Luxurious Prestige and Gold caravans and we also have a New to 2019,  Artisan lodge with an outdoor hot-tub, so after a long day on the tracks you can unwind no matter what the weather,
To help you find out more I have picked out a few bike spots to discover in Wales.
                                                           
                                                    

                                    

                                         Antur Stiniog, 

 Antur Stiniog is home to seven downhill and free-ride trails that range from Blue and Red to Black in severity,  allowing riders of all ability's to  have a go, also offering fully equipped showers, changing rooms a cafe and a shop , mountain bike wash/maintenance and hire,
Antur Stiniog has helped put Wales on the map as a serious downhill destination, its a cyclist paradise

For more information contact ; 01766 238 007 or visit http://www.anturstiniog.com.
Garreg Goch Caravan Park is 15 miles (29 mins drive) from Antur Stiniog .

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                                     Coed y Brenin,

At Coed y Brenin there is a large network of all weather trails from Easy to Extreme, so whether your looking for ,rides for the family along beautiful river valleys or extremely demanding routes across the wild hilltops with views of Snowdonia, has something to offer mountain bikers of all abilities.
The Antifreeze Trek Coed y Brenin and the welsh XC MtB Championship's are all held at Coed y Benin. There is car parking, and a cafe, showers and toilets, a bike rental shop, a children's play area

For more information contact; 01766 440728 or Email  coedybrenin@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk

Garreg Goch Caravan Park is 32 miles  or (20 min drive) from Coed y Brenin,

                             

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art fully equipped downhill

                                         Penmachno,

Penmachno is tucked away in the Snowdonia National Park, You can either ride the full 30km loop in one go , or break it down into ore manageable chunk if your feeling less energetic. The 19km loop offers fast descents and high-burn including climbs, while the 11km loop is a bit mellower, with flowing single tracks and a chance to take in some of the stunning views,

Email;   info@penmachnobiketrails.org.uk

Garreg Goch Caravan Park is 22 miles or (44 mins drive) from Penmachno

For more information call us Today  01766 512210 or Email ; info@garreggochcaravanpark.co.uk

Castles of North Wales

Caernarfon Castle

One of the top reasons to visit North Wales is because of it's Edwardian Castles, which are some of the most well preserved across the whole of Europe. Dotted across North Wales these fortresses are not only steeped with history but have some of the most spectacular views around.

Harlech Castle

Here at Garreg Goch Caravan Park we are lucky enough to have a number of these spectacular castles nearby so if you are a history buff, enjoy landscape photography or just want an interesting day out then book your stay with us and make history come alive.

Criccieth Castle

For Sale: Willerby Sierra

Arriving in March this year we have a brand new 35 x 12 2 bed Willerby Sierra for sale on our fantastic park. 

Keep reading to find out more.

The Sierra is classy and stylish in design with an open plan layout making your holiday home feel spacious and comfortable. Throughout, the Sierra makes smart use of space with additional storage under the master bed and TV unit. The large front windows bring light into the lounge and kitchen area allowing you to enjoy the views of the park. 

Luxury and comfort come hand in hand in the Willerby Sierra with large comfortable seating, modern kitchen appliances and extra touches such as a coffee table and electric fire.

Whats included:

• Energy efficient white PVCu double glazed windows and doors
• Coffee table and TV cabinet with storage unit
• Integrated 70/30 fridge-freezer
• Gas powered water heater
• Fully upholstered dining chairs
• Double cavity gas oven/grill with glass splash-back and extractor fan
• Freestanding pedestal dining table

• Family Shower Room
• En-suite WC
• Vanity unit with inset wash basin
• King size bed
• Single beds
• Bedside cabinets
• Bedside wall lights

The cost of the holiday home is: £42,995. 

Included in the price:

No Site Fee's Until 2020
Central Heating & Double Glazing
All Connections and transportation
Annual Gas Check
1st 3 Year Electricity Test 

For more information please contact us on 01766 512210 or email info@garreggochcaravanpark.co.uk

For Sale: Regal Artisan Lodge

Are you looking for something a little more luxurious to spend your down time in? Do you want to be able to enjoy spacious open plan living with your family and friends? Well we have the perfect holiday home for you...The 41 x 14 2 bedroom Artisan Lodge.

The Regal Artisan Lodge is a flawless combination of luxury and comfort with large free standing sofas and arm chairs, tall and elegant radiators and a classy but practical kitchen. The feel throughout is modelled on a modern continental apartment meaning you can feel a million miles away but still be in your home from home. The large sliding patio doors will open out onto a wrap around decking where you can sit and enjoy your surroundings.

The modern kitchen is equipped with an american fridge freezer, classy pastel grey feature cabinets, spacious work tops and a wine cooler. The large six seater dining table is the perfect space for entertaining or relaxing with family and friends. The kitchen/dining area includes:

Large roof light in kitchen
High quality domestic sized kitchen units
40mm worktops
Chrome light switches and sockets
American style fridge freezer
Designer cooker hood
Integrated slimline dishwasher, washing machine and microwave
Eye level oven with separate grill
Wine cooler
5 burner hob
Soft close cupboard doors and drawers
Large window in dining area

The master bedroom is a space to enjoy with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom. The room is spacious and comfortable so is the best place to go for rest and relaxation. The built in wardrobe adds an extra level of luxury especially for the fashion conscious among us. The master bedroom includes:

Generous wardrobe space
Recessed dressing table
Lift up bed with storage underneath
Luxury pocket sprung mattress
TV point
USB socket
En-suite shower room (2 bed model only)
Stylish wall-mounted bedside lights

The cost of the holiday home is: £94,995. 

Included in the price:

No Site Fee's Until 2020
25 Year Licence
Hot Tub
Central Heating & Double Glazing
USB point
First Years Winter Service Drain Down Included
All Connections And First Gas and Electricity Testing Included
Enhanced WiFi For The First Year
Full Decking
Subletting Available

Accommodation for the Trail Runner

Trail running is hugely popular in this part of North Wales with a number of big events taking place throughout the year. Garreg Goch Caravan Park is ideally located for those of you travelling from all over the UK, Europe and the World to take part in an event with easy access to most of the start lines.

Trail running events taking place near Garreg Goch Caravan Park

6th Trail-Portmerian- 16th March 2019- 5.1 miles

Snowdonia Half Marathon- Llanrwst- 19th May 2019- 29 miles

Salomon Trail Marathon- Coed Y Brenin- 15th June 2019- 19.9 miles

Ras Yr Wyddfa-Snowden Race- Llanberis- 20th July 2019- 28.5 miles

Run to the Castle-17th August 2019- Aberdyfi to Harlech- 12.2miles from the finish line

Trail 10K Wales- 1st Sepetmber 2019- Coed-Y-Brenin- 19.9 miles

Petzl Night Trail Wales- 12th October 2019- Coed-Y-Brenin 19.9 miles

Snowdonia Marathon- 26th October 2019- Llanberis- 28.5miles

Trail Betws- 9th November 2019- Betws-Y-Coed- 25.4 miles

So if you a taking part in any of the above races or any others in the area then we are the place to stay. We have comfortable and spacious accommodation with large bathrooms and comfy sofas. Perfect for putting your feet up after a hard day of running. We also have a number of hard standing touring pitches with electric and water hook up that can be booked on a nightly basis. Plus our bespoke built and luxurious touring facilities will be the perfect place to warm up or cool down.

We also have a great beach with coastal paths on our doorstep plus our local "mountain" Moel- Y- Gest if you fancy a run out during your stay. 

For more information or to book your stay please visit our website or contact us on 01766 512210.