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Betws Y Coed
Betws y Coed is recognised as Wales' most famous inland resort. It has been drawing artists, climbers and tourists for well over a century and continues to attract them in droves.

The three tributaries of the River Conwy meet at Betws-y-Coed, the Llugwy, the Lledr and the Machno. They have brought together such a wealth of mountain, river and woodland scenery. The area has been an artist's paradise from early days with its spectacular waterfalls and wooded scenery.

It is ideally located for walking, climbing and trekking holidays. Accommodation is not a problem and equipment hiring or buying is well catered for. There are also several tearooms and restaurants available catering for all needs.

The village became a holiday resort with the coming of the railways and some of the grandeur of the past can be glimpsed in the refurbished and still working station.

The village is also an important setting off point for further exploration - you can find marked trails leading out from the village to some popular attractions including the Fairy Glen, the Ugly House and Swallow Falls. These falls have become world-famous for the ferocity and beauty of the white foam produced by the river pouring into a sharp ravine.