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Watersports Around Bala and Eryri: Lake, River and Beyond

Bala has been a watersports town for generations. Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), Wales’ largest natural lake, is on the edge of town, and the River Tryweryn at Frongoch is one of the best-known white water rivers in Britain. Further west in Eryri (Snowdonia), Llyn...

Choosing a Holiday Park Near Bala: What to Look For

Buying a static caravan or lodge on a holiday park is one of the most popular ways to own a base in Eryri (Snowdonia). Around Bala and Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) there are parks of every size, from small, quiet sites to larger ones with more facilities. No two are run the...

Bala in Winter: Things to Do Around Llyn Tegid and Penllyn

Winter is a quieter, calmer time around Bala. The summer crowds have gone, the hills of Eryri (Snowdonia) can carry a dusting of snow, and Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) often lies still and grey under low cloud. It is a good season for walkers, photographers, and anyone who...

Things to Do in Bala: A Local Guide to Llyn Tegid and Penllyn

Croeso i’r Bala (welcome to Bala). This small market town sits at the north-eastern end of Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), inside Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. It is a Welsh-speaking town with a big outdoor reputation, but you do not need to be super-fit to enjoy it....

Drugs, Alcohol and Safety in Adventure Tourism: What Testing Shows

Around Bala, a lot of people earn their living outdoors. Raft guides on the Tryweryn, paddlesport and sailing instructors on Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), mountain leaders in Eryri (Snowdonia), minibus drivers and farm workers all do jobs where a lapse in concentration can...