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Commanding a central position, the hotel is located in the centre of Porthmadog at the quieter end of the High Street almost where the main A487 and the A497 roads meet; only a few minutes walk from the town’s major attractions. |
| Porthmadog-Gateway To Snowdonia |
 Snowdonia from Glaslyn |
With
Snowdonia as a backdrop and a coastline with beaches second to none,
you couldn't find a more attractive spot for a holiday. Almost whatever
you want from a holiday is available within easy reach of Porthmadog. |
From whichever direction approached, you cannot fail to be impressed by Porthmadog's stunning setting. It is dominated on one side by 'Moel y Gest' 262 metres above the town. |
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Borth
y Gest looking towards Porthmadog |
 Harbour, Porthmadog |
It is a bustling town full of individual shops, places to eat and a strong and proud heritage and community; and its people are warm and friendly. Welsh is commonly spoken and the language is a very important part of its culture, heritage and identity. In
this once great seaport, rich in maritime history and the home of the
Ffestiniog Railway, you are in the ideal location for visiting all the
tourist attractions of North Wales on your days out. |
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from the south, your enter the town along the famous 'Cob', built to form
the deep harbour from whence great sailing ships carried Blaenau Ffestiniog
slate around the world. The Cob also carries the railway built to carry the slate. |
 The Cob looking towards Porthmadog and Moel y Gest. |
| Porthmadog-Gateway To Snowdonia-A Magical Landscape , History and Language | ||||||
Many
tourists use Porthmadog as their base from which to explore Snowdonia,
known as ‘Eryi’ in Welsh, the gateway to the country's
breathtaking National Park covering 840 square miles with its crystal
clear lakes and streams, wild-wooded clear valley sides and streams
purple tipped mountains, moors and forests. It is open, accessible, it's natural with plenty of space for anyone wishing to escape the stresses of modern life-from peaceful contemplation to outdoor pursuits-and you don't have to travel far to find it! Snowdonia is perfect for outdoor life-rambling, cycling, climbing and pony trekking. Alternatively, there are the more leisurely activities where the pace is more sedate, visiting castles, underground mines, mountain railways or even castles. |
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| GREAT DAYS OUT FROM PORTHMADOG VISIT |
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Snowdonia
for its historic castles and houses, steam trains, old and modern
technology, legends & myths, vast array of activities, adventure
& fun, scenery Welsh Language and culture for further information
view: www.visitsnowdonia.info |
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coach stops outside and opposite the Hotel Gwynedd Bus Enquiries: 01286 679535 London Victoria General Enquiries: 01286 679535 National Express: 0161 2283881 www.nationalexpress.com |
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