Year of Outdoors

When it’s safe to travel once more, discover Wales through unique outdoor experiences, adventures, events, nature and attractions.

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Welcoming visitors back to Wales safely

Discover Wales' unique outdoor experiences safely. Enjoy our shores, our mountains, our towns and our cities once again.

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Outdoor

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Image of Eve Myles in the distance, running through a field

No train no gain: an active year ahead

Wales is a great place for getting active, whether you're an amateur or elite.

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Woman and man at sea in a yellow boat

The remarkable pull of Enlli

The remarkable pull of the island has attracted Mari Huws back every year since the age of three.

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North Wales

Women in swimming costumes running out of the sea towards the camera.

Jazz Carlin: chilling with the Bluetits

Jazz Carlin and the Bluetits Chill Swimmers teamed up for an exhilarating swim off Harlech beach.

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North Wales

Discovering the Welsh outdoors

Walkers on Mynydd Mawr with the sea in the background.

Five ways to discover nature

Discover five ways to re-balance your physical well-being while enjoying Wales’ nature.

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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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View of the Horseshoe Falls on a cloudy day.

Discover Wales' Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

What is it about Welsh AONB locations Anglesey, Gower, Llŷn, the Clwydian Range, Dee Valley and Wye Valley that makes them so special?

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View from top of a mountain looking over houses and woodland.

Top mountain spots for an amazing view

Mountains define the Welsh landscape. Here are ten of the best places to stop and admire them.

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Tide out at Three Cliffs Bay with rivulets of sea water left on the sandy beach.

870 miles to enjoy along the Welsh coast

Explore the Wales Coast Path, a unique long distance footpath that encompasses the entire Wales coastline.

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Wildlife and nature

Red Kite feeding, Bwlch Nant yr Arian.

Autumn winter wildlife

Discover some of the best places for species-spotting across Wales during autumn and winter.

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Girl looking out to sea Near New Quay, Dolphin watching, Ceredigion Heritage Coast.

Get up close and personal with the best of Welsh wildlife

Go wild in Wales with an experienced guide who knows the very best places to see wildlife.

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Atlantic tern with fish in its mouth in flight.

Iconic coastal birds

Discover ten iconic birds to spot along the Wales Coast Path and the best places to see them.

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Seals resting on the rocks by the sea in Cardigan Bay.

Spring and early summer wildlife spotting

The Pembrokeshire coast in spring is the perfect location for wildlife spotting. What will you see?

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Adventures in the north

Menai Bridge from above.

Adventure activities around the Menai Strait

The RibRide eFoil is a motor-powered surfboard that lets you fly above the surface of the water.

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North Wales

people on zip wires with inland surf lagoon below.

Get active in Snowdonia!

Try something new or enjoy your favourite activity in the amazing setting of Snowdonia.

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Lisa Jên walking her dog across a bridge on the Cwm Idwal walking path.

The best of Bethesda, by 9Bach’s Lisa Jên Brown

Singer, songwriter and actress Lisa Jên Brown shares why her hometown, Bethesda, is so special.

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Group of people bouncing in a net

Zip-boing: brilliant activities for a holiday you'll never forget

Thrill-seeking activities in North Wales for all the family.

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Underwater shot of two swimmers.

A dip in the deep - in Snowdonia

Wild swimming in mountain lakes in Snowdonia National Park, with an expert guide.

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West Wales outdoor adventures

View of the sea from a cliff

Discover the stunning beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast

Explore the beautiful beaches, craggy cliffs and wildlife-filled islands of Pembrokeshire.

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castle on hill with surrounding countryside.

Carmarthenshire with kids

For the best family holiday experiences, go where the locals go, says writer Charles Williams.

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Group coasteering on rocks with one member star jumping into the sea.

Fun in Pembrokeshire on an active family break

There's a lot of family fun in Pembrokeshire. Discover innovative ways to get out and play.

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Looking over to Three Cliffs Bay from green hills towards the sea and sand formations.

Gower: 10 things not to miss

Adored by walkers, birdwatchers, sunbathers and surfers. Discover more about Gower in West Wales.

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Outdoor activities ideas in Mid Wales

Cardigan Bay coastal adventures

Discover some of the activities, adventures and attractions near Cardigan Bay in Mid Wales.

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Mid Wales

dwy fenyw’n cerdded ar fryn gyda golygfeydd gwledig.

Exploring the Brecon Beacons

From the deep caves to high peaks, there’s plenty to explore in this gem of a national park.

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Brecon Beacons

two people white water rafting at Cardiff International White Water.

Five activity adventures in South Wales

Discover five activities you can do on an activity weekend in South Wales.

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