Category: Snowdonia

In keeping with “tradition” we visited Bodnant Gardens on the way home. We always liked it, but this time we really understood.

The End.

Even though we’re staying on the mainland, Anglesey is quite a draw.

Moelfre (where we stayed a year ago)

Malltraeth (colder than it looks!)

Puffin Island

Plas Newydd (3 times)

From the house:

Coastal Path

We always knew that a nice place to stay makes a holiday. This was proved on Sunday when we sat and watched the rain, but even better when the sun shines – at last!

That’s us – third from the end.

And wonderful sitting on the balcony.

When we can tear ourselveslves away, it’s a wonderful part of the world to mooch around.

And to have a margarita!

Plas Newydd from our house:

Our house from Plas Newydd (just to the left of the tree):

And then just having a nice day!

And the house is right at the end of the village. They didn’t seem bothered …..

Although it is 1st May, the forecast was a little inclement.

But the house is a lovely place to be even when it’s like this.

Penrhyn Castle would be forbidding and gloomy even on a nice day, but at least we got a couple of hours to venture out.

Bangor pier …

…. and Caernarfon

Having not really known about North Wales pre-pandemic, here we are for the third time in less than two years. And we already have our own traditions, such as using Powys Castle as our first pitstop and gateway to North Wales – 3 hours from home if no hold ups.

And a lovely drive through Snowdonia

Not a great deal to add apart from more great photos. It was hot and sunny again – here’s Moelfre from another angle.

Saturday had been so wonderful – views, comfort, cool breeze etc that we did it all over again on Sunday. Just as good.

Then a little drive over to Menai Bridge for a wander and an aperitif.

And watched the sunset later on.

Morning!

Bodnant looking beautiful on the way home.

Really fell for Anglesey – not surprisingly.

Plas Newydd in Llanfairpwllgwyngyll (if you can pronounce that).

After the obligatory wander around plus coffee and cake, we set up the deckchairs in the shade with a lovely breeze. And just took in the view.

Moelfre – where we’re staying for a splendid dinner and view.

Stunning – in a very chilly way. With a bit of seasickness thrown in!