Our guide to luxury Snowdonia holidays

Snowdonia is located in North Wales, covering an area of approximately 823 square miles. The region is named after Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales and England, which stands at an elevation of 1,085 metres above sea level.

There are plenty of accessible walking trails for beginners – or families with little ones – looking to explore Snowdonia, including Aber Falls Trail (a gentle trail through the Gwynant Valley to the waterfall), Mawddach Trail (a flat, former railway track running along Mawddach Estuary), and Tal y Llyn Lake Trail (a circular trail with breathtaking water views and wildlife spotting opportunities aplenty).

Dogs are allowed in certain areas of Snowdonia National Park, but it's important to keep them under control and on a leash where required, especially in areas with livestock and wildlife. Some areas in Snowdonia National Park have specific guidelines regarding dogs, so be sure to check local signs and information boards along your route.

There are many traditional Welsh dishes to sample during your stay in Snowdonia, including Welsh rarebit, cawl (often considered the national dish of Wales, cawl is a hearty soup combining lamb or beef, root vegetables, and leeks), laverbread, Conwy mussels (renowned for their sweet, delicate flavour), and Welsh cakes (griddle cakes filled with plump dried fruits, served warm and sprinkled with sugar).

Snowdonia plays host to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Snowdonia Marathon, Snowdonia Agricultural Show, and Snowdonia Arts Festival, a celebration of Welsh art and culture, featuring live performances and workshops for visitors of all ages.