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Seaside town in Gwynedd, Wales
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Tells the story of a local shipwreck of 1709, and the subsequent salvage operation. Includes some surprisingly well-preserved relics.
See the lifeboat and the specialist tractor that pulls it across the beach to the sea. Displays about past rescues and the different equipment used by the crew. Gift shop open in summer months and on weekends all year.
Blue Flag beach
The Frenchman's grave
the very first donation to the National Trust by Fanny Talbot in 1895. This was originally a 4.5-acre site which later donations extended to some 17.5 acres. Meaning Fortress of Light, the land is high on the hillside above the town and provides a marvellous viewpoint to look out over the northern part of Cardigan Bay. In the centenary year, 1995, NT built a commemorative seat on the site from local stone.
Walk across the 900 yards (820 m) mainly wooded bridge to Morfa Mawddach. This is a railway bridge and has no access to road vehicles, but pedestrians and cyclists can use it. The walkway offers stunning views up the Mawddach Estuary, the subject of a million picture postcards. The walk can be extended along the Mawddach Trail to Penmaenpool and Dolgellau.
Take the ferry across the river to Penrhyn Point, where you can catch the Fairbourne Railway to the village of Fairbourne.
Follow around Barmouth. This is a fascinating trip on foot around the historical wealth of Barmouth. A map and information is available at each location; just point and click at the QR coded plaques around the town. Alternatively, you can obtain a printed map from Barmouth Tourist Information Centre.
The Rock
Climbing haphazardly up the steep slopes at the back of the High Street, the paths and alleys of old Barmouth reveal many quaint and delightful corners. Houses seem to be built almost on top of one another in this fascinating jumble of steps and terraces
The Quay
Barmouth developed as one of the major ship building centres in Wales during the 18th & 19th centuries. The harbour still has a small fishing industry but is mainly used by pleasure craft. The estuary is home to Merioneth Yacht Club. Lining the edge of the harbour are cafés, ice-cream parlours and a pub with pleasant gardens to sit out in and watch the world go by
Located in one of Barmouth's oldest buildings, dating from the 15th century. Atmospheric maritime-themed decor inside, but if the weather allows you will want one of the tables at the outside terrace, offering great views across the harbour, the river, and the mountains beyond. Good range of soups, sandwiches, salads and some more substantial dishes.
After several replacement initial letter "C"s had been bought for the sign, the owner finally gave up and reverted to the current name.
Great reviews for this seafood restaurant north up the coast.
Friendly pub with a fascinating historic interior. Live music nights every Tuesday. Good quality and value food too.
Barmouths only nightclub, attracts clientele from many other towns in the area. A range of entertainment including 1970s and 1980s, motown, soul and reggae nights, also teenage discos.
Basic accommodation out in the hills
Gwesty Bryn Melyn
Offers neat views in Wales from its perch above the famous Barmouth railway bridge, surrounded by woodlands and a myriad of wild birds. It is in an elevated position on the mountainside, with nice views across the Mawddach estury. Open all year. Eight rooms, (6 double, 2 twin).
Four newly renovated one bed-roomed self catering units.
Bungalow with 2 bedrooms, sleeps up to 4 adults. Good views over Cardigan Bay from large conservatory. Set in quiet cul-de-sac.
Penty Buwch and Penty Mochyn
Holiday barns with nice sea views from the lounge and decking of Penty Buwch and Penty Mochyn, on an equestrian property that is also home to chickens, ducks, grey faced dartmoor sheep and sometimes pigs.
8-bedroom guest house family friendly, closest guest house to beach.
A traditional farmhouse B&B, with the main building dating back to 1581. Its elevated position boasts nice views of Cardigan Bay and Lleyn Peninsular. The farmhouse accommodation comprises of three double en-suites and The Granary has two family rooms, a double and twin (all en-suite). Evening meals served.
Strikingly-designed upscale spa hotel with excellent dining. No children under 18.
Wonderful rooms and food. Serving à la carte, breakfast and meals throughout the day.
Internationally well-known due to having been featured in numerous Sunday Supplement articles and TV travel or food show items. Large bins are lined up throughout the shop floor, containing goods such as sweets, dried fruit, nuts, seeds, flour, powdered soup and so on. You simply scoop as much or as little as you want into bags and "weigh out" the required amount. Great value.And very pleasant staff a rare thing these days
Factory outlet store for Regatta outdoor clothing. Typically 30-40% cheaper than the full retail price.
Mefus yr Haf
Stocks a wide range of gifts, cards and homewares.
By train
Barmouth is on the Cambrian Coast Machynlleth to Pwllheli Rail Line
By bus
Barmouth is served by the TrawsCymru T3 service from Wrexham, where connections can be made with the UK-wide National Express network. From North-west Wales and south Wales change at Dolgellau.
By sea
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