12/09/2026
A little rain never stopped a good day out in North Wales. Here is where to head when the clouds roll in.
Step inside Plas Newydd for Rex Whistler’s famous mural and the stunning gardens with sea views over the Menai Strait.
Beaumaris Castle and its old gaol are just as atmospheric under grey skies.
The Anglesey Sea Zoo in Brynsiencyn makes for a fascinating afternoon whatever the weather.
Oriel Môn in Llangefni houses the Kyffin Williams gallery, perfect for a quiet browse.
Foel Farm Park lets you watch chocolate being made by hand.
Fancy a swim? St David’s Spa at Red Wharf Bay has floor to ceiling sea views.
Or head to Tre-Ysgawen Hall for a proper thermal suite.
Over in Gwynedd,head for adventure !Llechwedd Slate Caverns in Blaenau Ffestiniog takes you deep underground for a Victorian mine tour. Or for more fun, Bounce Below and underground adventure golf are fantastic for something a bit more energetic.
Sygun Copper Mine near Beddgelert is a smaller, atmospheric alternative.
Fancy making something with your hands? Tan y Ddraig in Conwy offers relaxed pottery painting sessions.
Portmeirion’s colourful village is a taste of Italy & looks just as good in the rain as it does in the sun.
Penrhyn Castle near Bangor is well worth a wander on a wet afternoon.
And when you are done exploring, there is always a warm hut waiting, fire lit, kettle on, and nothing beats a hot tub in the rain!
Glaw neu heulwen, mae digon i’w wneud yng Ngogledd Cymru.
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