Family trails in Wales

Dog on a sandy trail headed towards the beach looking back at its owners.

Beaches for your four-legged friends

Discover dog-friendly beaches across Wales, whatever the season.

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Family-friendly walks

Discover walking in Wales

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The big three: mountains for children

Walking in the mountains can be great fun for children. Discover the some of the best to explore.

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Great walks for families

When the views are this epic, a stroll becomes a mini-adventure, even the most reluctant ramblers.

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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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Buggy routes around Cardiff and the Vale

Cardiff based personal trainer Cadi Fôn shares her favourite places to walk with her baby daughter.

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Wildlife-spotting

Discover Welsh wildlife, flora and fauna

Wales’ wildlife hotspots

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

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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

Family on a raft at the adventure golf course at Celtic Manor Resort.

Perfect hotels for fun family breaks

Family hotels in Wales come with all sorts of extras - pools, spas, activity centres and more.

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Tasty family foodie trails

Family-friendly cafés and walks in North Wales

Gwen Saunders Collins shares her favourite family-friendly walks in North Wales.

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Three children standing on a beach on a sunny day eating ice cream

Cool Cymru: Welsh ice cream and milkshakes

There’s nothing better than Welsh ice cream when the sun shines, or even when it doesn't.

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Take a bite at Wales’ food festivals and events

Experience some of our best flavours at one of our amazing food and drink festivals.

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10 brilliant picnic spots

Visit Wales Facebook page followers recommended favourite places for a picnic.

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For the whole gang

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Discover dog friendly days out on walkies in Wales

Lead the way and find the best dog-friendly walks and activities across Wales.

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Dog friendly hotel room at Llanerch Vineyard

Perfect places to stay for you - and your best friend

From coast to country, when it comes to dog-friendly accommodation in Wales, there’s so much choice.

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Action-packed activities you’ll all love

Dolphin watching on boat trip to Ramsey Island

Trips on water to float your boat

Take to the water to enjoy the wonderful scenery along our coasts and canals.

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Four horses and riders on a sandy beach.

Great spots for horse riding across Wales

Riders of all ages can hit the bridleway for an unforgettable holiday experience.

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Fab caravan and camping sites for families

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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Six quirky things we learned on the water at Plas Menai

Jeremy Head and his family spend an exciting day at the Plas Menai National Outdoor Centre.

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Heritage railway heaven

Wales is home to some of the most famous narrow gauge and miniature gauge railways in the world.

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Family cycling adventures on the Wales Coast Path

Travel Blogger Kirstie Pelling outlines a selection of family bike rides along the Wales Coast Path.

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Mountain peaks in Snowdonia silhouetted against a night sky with stars and the orange glow of sunset on the horizon.

Discover the best stargazing experiences Wales has to offer

Explore the best dark sky discovery sites across Wales.

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Cultural trails for families

Girl entering Caerphilly Castle on the drawbridge.

A taster of history and heritage attractions to explore

Dip into Welsh history at these exciting castles, museums and cultural heritage centres.

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Rhossili & Worm's Head 'Helvetia' wreck beneith the sunset at Gower Peninsula.

National Trust's simple pleasures to rediscover

Check out 10 brilliant family friendly activities you can do at National Trust properties in Wales.

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10 of the most glorious coastal views

Be inspired by wonderful coastal scenery, with solitary lighthouses, pretty harbours and dramatic cliffs.

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