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Historic places

Discover the history of Wales through our historic sites including spectacular castles, ancient monuments, impressive stately homes and brilliant museums.

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History and heritage along the Welsh coast

Find out more about historic Wales - castles, historic homes, pirates and steam trains on our coast.

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Discover railways in North Wales

Discover the railway based days out you can enjoy in North Wales.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
North Wales
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Carmarthenshire: The 'Garden of Wales' for pet lovers

Explore Carmarthenshire, 'The Garden of Wales,' a pet-friendly paradise for your next getaway!

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Outdoor
Carmarthenshire
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Great castles to visit in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

Discover castles in and around the beautiful Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

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  • Cadw
  • Historic places
  • Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park
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Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park
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Cardiff museums: where to go and what to see

Explore Welsh culture and delve into our fascinating history at some of Cardiff’s fabulous museums.

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  • Historic places
  • List
  • Arts
Cardiff
Five people riding foil boards over a stretch of water at sunset.

15 ways to go beyond the ordinary in Wales

Discover unique experiences to make your visit to Wales a trip like no other.

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  • Dark Skies
  • Self led itineraries
  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Wales Coast Path
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A guide to Maldwyn 

Immerse yourself in the plentiful experiences offered by Powys - a region steeped in agriculture, Welsh history and arts.

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  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Family
  • Rural
Powys
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Running around North Wales with Harry Morgan

Find out where YouTuber Harry Morgan of Jog On enjoyed running and exploring in North Wales.

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  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • Accommodation
  • Outdoor
North Wales
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Must visit locations in Flintshire

Travel guide writer and content creator Robbie Roams discovers Flintshire's must see locations.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
  • List
North East Wales
Cloudy blue sky reflections in a flat reservoir, surrounded by woodland and mountains.

Out and about in Merthyr Tydfil town and county

Merthyr is the perfect place for a short break with plenty of fresh air and action.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Trains and railways
  • Historic places
  • Urban
  • Food
  • Accommodation
South Wales Valleys
woman inside castle ruins.

Discover true freedom on a solo holiday in Cymru

No travel companions? No problem. Discover true freedom on a solo holiday in Wales.

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  • Health and wellbeing
  • Historic places
  • Annual holidays
  • Outdoor
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Take an audible journey with the Pod of Wales

Join comedians Kiri Pritchard-McLean and Esyllt Sears on a light-hearted tour of Wales.

Topics:

  • Self led itineraries
  • Insider guide
  • Historic places
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Two days in cosy Ceredigion

Expect the unexpected and let your imagination flow in North Ceredigion.

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  • Self led itineraries
  • Historic places
  • Couples
  • Food
  • Autumn
Ceredigion / Cardigan Bay

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