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Find out why Wales is renowned for its National Landscapes and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Immerse yourself in lush countryside, wonderful coastline and stunning wildlife.

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Wales’ top National Landscapes

Explore the beauty of Wales’ top National Landscapes and discover what makes these areas unique.

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10 short Wales Coast Path walks through history

Ten walks along the Wales Coast Path taking in castles and places of Welsh history and heritage.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • AONB
  • Wales Coast Path
A wide almost deserted beach with grass in the foreground and views of a headland

A day for romance in Wales

Discover how to celebrate the most romantic date in the Welsh calendar, St Dwynwen's Day.

Topics:

  • St Dwynwen's Day
  • AONB
  • Traditions
  • Myths and legends
  • Winter
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A week from the mouth to the eye of the River Wye

Here are some of the many things to see, eat, drink and do along the shores of the River Wye.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • AONB
  • Rural
  • Accommodation
  • Outdoor
Wye Valley and Vale of Usk
The Mumbles head lighthouse at sunrise from Bracelet Bay.

An insider’s guide to exploring around Abertawe

TV presenter Andrew Thomas Price shares his favourite things see and do in Abertawe, Y Mwmbwls and Penrhyn Gŵyr.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • AONB
  • Urban
  • Outdoor
Swansea Bay
Tree arching over in the foreground with view across the green parkland of Cyfarthfa Park, Merthyr Tydfil.

An outdoor playground packed with nature

Get out and explore the outdoor playground of the Valleys Regional Park.

Topics:

  • Family
  • AONB
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
South Wales Valleys
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Bird watching on Anglesey

Wildlife and birding expert David Lindo explores bird watching on Anglesey.

Topics:

  • Insider guide
  • AONB
  • Wales Coast Path
  • Outdoor
The Isle of Anglesey
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Discover beautiful sandy beaches in West Wales

Discover our West Wales beaches and enjoy the great British seaside.

Topics:

  • Family
  • AONB
  • Wales Coast Path
  • List
West Wales
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Escape with Lolly The Whippet to Gower's dog-friendly delights

Gower Peninsula: a pet's dream with scenic views and beaches. Ideal for a dog-friendly getaway.

Topics:

  • AONB
  • Trip
  • Outdoor
Swansea Bay
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Ever seen a dolphin leap from the ocean?

Take a boat trip from New Quay to explore the rich marine wildlife in their natural habitat.

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  • AONB
  • List
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay
A stone waymarker by a river.

Exploring Offa's Dyke Path

Discover our favourite sections of the beautiful 177-mile Offa's Dyke Path National Trail along the border country of Wales.

Topics:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • AONB
  • Rural
  • Outdoor
Two walkers on Hay Bluff looking out over countryside.

Exploring the outdoors around Y Gelli Gandryll (Hay-on-Wye)

Cathryn Summerhayes' insider guide to activities and adventures in Y Gelli Gandryll.

Topics:

  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • AONB
  • Outdoor
Powys
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Fairway to golfing heaven in West Wales

Areas of outstanding natural beauty and a stunning coastline make West Wales irresistible to golfers.

Topics:

  • AONB
  • Rural
  • List
  • Outdoor
West Wales

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