• Welsh slate plaque for brave American soldier
  Alun Howells whilst serving in the 1st Battalion, 64th Armoured Regiment, was 20 years old when he was killed in Baghdad on the 13th of August 2007.He was leading a patrol through the streets of Baghdad when his vehicle was hit by an armour piercing grenade which killed him instantly.
  Alun had said that if he paid the ultimate sacrifice he wanted to be cremated and his ashes scattered near where he grew up "in a wild place above the sea". As the family was brought up in Porthmadog his ashes were spread on a headland at Borth y Gest.
  Alun was known as "The Welshman" amongst his American army friends so Gwyn and Jaena his parents commissioned a Welsh slate plaque from Attractions of Snowdonia member Inigo Jones.

  The plaque was engraved with his name, and a Welsh dragon. Gwyn and Jaena collected it when they were visiting the Porthmadog area in the spring of 2010. The plaque was taken to Georgia and placed under Alun's tree in March 2011.

  
  
  
• Midweek Special Offer! 4 nights for the price of 3 Choose from one of our beautifully appointed 4* rated Self-Catering Cottages at Nant Gwrtheyrn, Llithfaen, Nr Pwllheli. Follow the amazing road down to Nant Gwrtheyrn where the sea opens out in front of you and there lies a truly magical valley housing the old Victorian Quarry Village and the Language Centre in all its nostalgic splendour.
  Looking for a few days away or simply a base from which to explore the dramatic landscape of Snowdonia and the wondrous Lleyn Peninsula? Then take advantage of our special 4 nights for the price of 3 offer in one of our pretty self-catering 4* cottages full of homely and cosy characteristics. During your stay you can simply absorb the breathtaking views around you. Or why not visit the Heritage Centre and the Quarryman’s cottage and take a leisurely walk to Caffi Meinir for a warm hearty Welsh welcome during your stay. Enjoy a delicious traditional meal or taste a truly authentic afternoon welsh tea with bara brith or a welsh cake (cacen gri) - sat outside on the be-decked area with front row views of one of the most dramatic coastal landscapes in the UK. For a limited period only this experience could be yours.... See for yourself, visit our website www.nantgwrtheyrn.org
  For further details or to discuss your specific requirements contact Mair on 01758 750334 or email us on mair@nantgwrtheyrn.org
  
  
• Parc Glasfryn. FREE £5.00 Evening Meal Voucher at Glasfryn Parc
  Spend £50.00 on activities at Glasfryn Parc and receive a FREE £5.00 evening meal voucher.
  Ask at Reception for your collector card. Every time you spend £10.00 on activities your card will be stamped. Once your card has five stamps, you will receive your £5.00 voucher to spend on an evening meal in the Dining Room, adjacent to the Ten Pin
  Bowling Centre. Glasfryn Parc serves freshly prepared homemade snacks and meals every day from 9am until late. Most of the meat comes from animals raised on the farm at Glasfryn and where possible, produce is locally sourced.If you enjoyed your meal with us, why not visit Glasfryn Farm Shop where you can buy the same farm-fresh quality as well as a range of homemade ready meals, sausages, and award-winning bacon and burgers?
  
  
• Parc Glasfryn. Children's Birthday Parties at Glasfryn - FREE juice & FREE invitations. Celebrate your child's birthday party at Glasfryn Parc. All you have to do is choose if you would like a Soft Play Party....or a Ten Pin Bowling Party.....
  
  Soft Play Party
  A two hour party where your guests enjoy time in the Soft Play Centre and their birthday meal in the party room (which is accessible via the Soft Play Centre) which has been creatively painted and decorated for the big occasion.
  
  Ten Pin Bowling Party
  Your child and their friends can see who gets the most strikes.....with or without the help of ramps and lane bumpers. They will then enjoy their birthday meal at their special table which will be set up in the Bowling Centre. There is a hot and cold menu from which to choose and whichever option you select, we will give you FREE jugs of juice. We can even put together party bags for you and provide a cake. And, if you would like a professional photographer to take snaps of the special occasion this can also be arranged for FREE - with no obligation or minimum order.

  Whichever option you choose, the team at Glasfryn will make sure the balloons have been blown up and the table laid andthat everything is ready for your child's special birthday. We will even give you FREE invitations for you to send out. Call 01766 810202 or email info@glasfryn.co.uk to book your party.

  
  

• Daily until 30th April. National Slate Museum, Llanberis. Industrial Inspirations Exhibition. A new exhibition highlighting the work of over SIXTY students - Full details HERE
  
  
• Every Saturday and Sunday from 11th February to 11th March. Penrhyn Castle. Sticky Fingers. Join us for some creative fun with different arts, crafts or cookery activties, every weekend in our Victorian Kitchen! Further details HERE
  More Information: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
  
  
• Saturday 11th February. Penrhyn Castle. National Gardens Scheme Day. 12.00 - 3.00pm. Celebrate the beginning of Spring and support the National Garden Scheme, as all proceeds from today will be donated towards this excellent charitable cause. Further details HERE
  More Information: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
  
  
• Monday 13th - Sunday 19th February. Penrhyn Castle. Come and enjoy half term at Penrhyn! Get those wellies on and come and marvel at our carpets of snowdrops and other signs of spring. Further details HERE
  More Information: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
  
  
• Tuesday 14th - Thursday 16th February. Penrhyn Castle.Wild in the Woods club. Let your little monkeys explore the great outdoors safe in the hands of our experienced leaders. Come rain or shine, our woodland play scheme will provide a fun, safe environment where children can escape! Further details HERE
  More Information: Penrhyn Castle, 01248 353 084, penrhyncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
  
  
  
• Every Sunday. Parc Glasfryn. Kids Bowl FREE on Sunday Mornings Come to Glasfryn Parc and enjoy FREE bowling for under 16's on Sunday morning from 10am - 12 noon. Please note, one free child per adult bowling; Games must commence
  before 12 noon; Offer subject to availability (booking strongly recommended); Not valid in conjunction with other offers.Glasfryn Parc has a traditional Sunday Lunch menu available from 12 noon serving a choice of roast joints served with seasonal vegetables which you can enjoy in the comfort of the Dining Room. A special children's menu is also available.
  So if you're looking for a great family activity on a Sunday morning that won't break the bank, why not come to Glasfryn Parc? Please visit www.glasfryn.co.uk or call 01766 810202 for more details.
  
  

• February 16th - 19th. Llanberis Lake Railway. Model Railways. Visit the annual Model Railway Exhibition at the National Slate Museum, adjacent to our Gilfach Ddu station. See the models then ride on the real thing! Further details HERE.
  
  
• February 16th - 19th. National Slate Museum, Llanberis. Model Railways Exhibition. Join us at the National Slate Museum for a steam-filled spectacular in our Model Railway Show. There's loads of activities to enjoy during the show including free rides for children on miniature steam engines and trains. There's daily demonstrations, talks, and various engines and layouts of all shapes and sizes on display - from 00mm to 32mm gauge engines. Further details HERE.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  

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