UK breaks and family holiday destinations

Summer Ideas

3 children running along the waters edge, playing on Aberporth Beach, Cardigan Bay, Ceredigion, West Wales

Summer holidays: the best days of your life

They were wrong about school days. Summer holidays were the best days of your life.

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An aerial shot of Roch Castle set amongst the rolling hills and valleys.

Luxurious summer retreats for two

Romantic Welsh hideaways - think relaxing spas, castle hotels and epic scenery.

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Two adults and two young children building sandcastles on a beach.

Sand easy: 12 beaches for kids

Family-friendly beaches that are easy to reach and enjoy, with essential facilities close at hand.

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Three people using beach wheelchairs at Whitmore Bay beach.

Great Welsh beaches with easy access

Hassle-free days out for wheelchair users and families with pushchairs.

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Man on a surfboard riding a wave at dusk

Exciting and inspiring coastal activities to try

Submerge yourself in some truly special Welsh seaside experiences - from adventure to culture.

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Friendly longhorn calves on upland grass

Farm stays in Wales for a break in the country

Immerse yourself in real farming life on a working farm holiday in the beautiful Welsh countryside.

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Family fun and adventure

Three small tents pitched on grass with trees behind. A group of people are sat on the ground outside cooking over a camping stove.

Fab family camping and caravan sites

Here are 10 of the best camping sites in Wales, whether you're after simplicity or a holiday park.

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A group of people whitewater rafting down a river.

Get active on an adventure break in Wales

Biking, paddling, climbing and even zipping! There's plenty to keep older kids busy in Wales.

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Action packed itineraries

Discover Wales by trails

Coasteering group jumping off rocks into sea.

Active in Pembrokeshire

Discover great adventures to be had in Britain’s only Coastal National Park.

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West Wales

Wales’ wildlife hotspots

Wales is the perfect place to see grey seals, dolphins and colourful seabirds.

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A family with a young boy In the woodswith a forager guide showing them a guide book

A family weekend in West Wales

Warm your soul with a family break foraging and star-gazing in Pembrokeshire.

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Aerial view of Barmouth Mawddach Estuary Snowdonia.

A week travelling the Coastal Way

Hidden coves, rare sealife, craggy castles and bustling coastal towns are all on this epic route.

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Family on beach at Beaumaris with pier in background.

Four days with the family in North Wales

This four day action-packed itinerary in North Wales is perfect for all the family.

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Dolphin sightseeing locations

Find the best places for year round dolphin-spotting on the west coast of Wales in Cardigan Bay.

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Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay

History and heritage trails

A castle on a hill surrounded by countryside with mountains in the background.

Visit our UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales

Find out how to make the most of your visit to each of the four UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Wales.

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Exterior of National Museum Wales, Cardiff.

Discover our seven National Museums

For Welsh history and culture, our seven, free entry National Museums take some beating.

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Wonderfully quirky places to visit

Discover our eccentric heritage with some wonderfully unusual places to visit.

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View from a ruined castle towards pastures and the coast.

Wales’ most soulful abandoned abbeys and castles

Discover the Welsh abbeys and castles that inspired JMW Turner, William Wordsworth and Dylan Thomas.

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Wales Slate: The quarry communities of Gwynedd

Discover the quarry communities of Wales' UNESCO World Heritage site and their vibrant cultural landscapes.

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Search for places to stay, things to do, and things to see in Wales

Delicious trails

Discover places to eat and drink in Wales

Pizza with pepperoni and green chillis, on a white plate on a wooden board.

Cooking up a storm - Cardiff's indie food scene

Fancy a bite? Here's the lowdown on the coolest cafés and most excellent eateries in Cardiff.

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Ynyshir Restaurant & Rooms, Eglwys Fach near Machynlleth

Wales' Michelin supper stars

Join Lowri Haf Cooke on a gastronomic grand tour of Wales' Michelin star restaurants.

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Join the Welsh gin revolution!

Go on a gin distillery tour, sip and sample the spirits and even try making your own.

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Fresh raspberry and almond flaked fruit tart, dusted with icing sugar.

Interesting eats along the Welsh border

Kacie Morgan of The Rare Welsh Bit blog discovers an edible treasure hunt along the Welsh borders.

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Events

Find events throughout the year

People walking by The Hay Festival entrance with bunting flying in the breeze.

Events and days out in June

Find out what events and festivals are taking place in June and plan your day out.

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Grŵp yn gwylio sioe yn Sioe Frenhinol Cymru

Events and days out in July

Find out what's on in July - sports, music, food and more to enjoy!

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Walking trails

Discover more walking routes

Three female walkers resting on summit of Foel Fadian, looking north to Cader Idris.

Walking in Wales: region by region

Discover some of the best places to stretch your legs in Wales.

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Walking our long distance trails

Discover our waymarked long-distance routes that offer inspirational walking in Wales.

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A man and a woman with a toddler on a beach.

Wild walks that are a stroll for toddlers

Take your kids into the wild, but not the mud. Discover plenty of pushchair friendly walks in Wales.

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Lady on a mobility scooter with male companion on a tarmac section of the wales coast path looking out to sea

Accessible adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Nine easy access sections of the path for wheelchairs, buggies and trikes.

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Signpost of Glyndŵr's Way with Clywedog Reservoir and hills in the background

Pick your favourite walk on Glyndŵr's Way

It’s got history, heritage and scenery. Take in some of the most beautiful views in Wales on Glyndŵr's Way.

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Destinations

Find out more about Wales' regions

Find out about the regions of Wales: dramatic North Wales; rolling Mid Wales; the coastal West; and the urban South.

North Wales

The epic landscapes of North Wales are alive with action, and a rich, distinctive culture. Find World Heritage, one of Europe’s oldest living languages, and the UK’s best adventure. Within the region of North Wales you'll find Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Wrexham and Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey).

Landscape of the attractions at Cardiff Bay seen from the water.

South Wales

Home to Cardiff, the young and creative capital city, South Wales is a hub of sporting events and Welsh culture. Discover coastal hikes, vibrant communities and the serenity of the Wye Valley. Within the region of South Wales you'll also find Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Merthyr, Monmouthshire, Newport, Torfaen, RCT, and the Vale of Glamorgan.

Mid Wales

Mid Wales is the green heart of Wales. The clear seas, bright harbours and hidden coves of the Ceredigion coastline give way to red kite-filled skies, busy market towns and dramatic hill walks. Within the region of Mid Wales you'll find Ceredigion and Powys.

Aerial view of a harbour, two beaches and pastel coloured houses.

West Wales

Cultural and coastal West Wales is home to our second city, Swansea. Ancient legends inspire contemporary creativity – and colourful seaside villages lead to some of the UK's best beaches. Within the region of West Wales you'll find Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Pembrokeshire, and Swansea.