North Wales Links
A series of free taster sessions in digital technology has been planned for North Wales in ‘Convergence 1′ catchment areas. Convergence 1 areas of North Wales are Conwy, Denbighshire, Gwynedd and the Isle of Anglesey. The taster sessions aim to teach beginners how to approach the Internet, Skype, Databases, Photoshop, Blogging and much more. the [...]
When you are going to be planning a getaway trip in the near future, Harlech – Gwynedd may be a great place for you to keep in mind. Though it is commonly overlooked as a holiday vacation destination, there is a lot that this village has to offer! Harlech has a stunning, long, wide beach complete [...]
We’re used to rain in Snowdonia; it’s something we locals have learned to live with. It’s the rain that keeps our countryside so lush and green, and keeps our mountain streams and waterfalls flowing. Rain is the lifeblood of Snowdonia, so we try not to complain about it. But if you’re a visitor to Snowdonia [...]
The city of Bangor in North Wales is a modern, lively university city with ancient roots. And if you're going to visit North Wales, Bangor's accessible location makes it the ideal base while you explore Snowdonia's mountains and coast. Travelling to and around Bangor couldn't be easier; there are regular train services to London, Manchester [...]
Originally from Perth in Western Australia Amanda Chesterton, a part-time Welsh student at Coleg Menai, has literally come a long way. Not only geographically but also in her quest to learn welsh. Having spent 3 ½ years getting to grips with the language Amanda has this year been invited to the Blaenau Gwent and Heads [...]
Age Concern in Gwynedd are appealing to anyone who can knit to get in touch because once again they hope to raise money for their charity. They are asking knitters to make hats, and for evey hat knitted, the charity will gain 25 pence. Please send completed hats back to: Elaine Williams, Age Concern Gwynedd [...]
For years locals, visitors and businesses have endured paying a toll to cross over to Penrhyndeudraeth via the privately owned Grade II narrow road and rail bridge, often suffering long traffic tailbacks in the summer as well as the extra expense, in order to avoid a 16 mile round trip alternative route via Maentwrog. Now, a [...]
One of Harlech’s vital recreational attractions has been thrown a lifeline by a partnership between the Big Lottery Fund and the Welsh Assembly Government putting to bed any fears of its closure. When it was realised that the Harlech Swimming Pool would have to close due to lack of funding, a community group was set up [...]
The streets and buildings of Barmouth will become a stage later this month, with the audience following performers round significant locations in the town’s history. The production, For Mountain, Sand & Sea, has been created by artist Marc Rees for the National Theatre Wales and opens in the Gwynedd seaside resort on 25 June. http://alturl.com/kmwj
The investiture of The Prince of Wales, during which the 20-year-old Prince received the insignia as the 21st Prince of Wales from The Queen, took place on 1st July 1969, at Caernarfon Castle in front of 4,000 guests inside the medieval walls. Thousands more were in the dry moat and outside the castle, and millions [...]