Days out in the UK can be a lottery,
here are some ideas to improve your chances
Its familiar scenario to those on a family holiday, kids are the first to complain if they’re bored. And, while the british weather doesn’t always reliable, we have some ideas for both parents and kids trying to squeeze the most out of their holidays this year.
Good days out | Visit Wales Suggests :-
Gentle mountain biking through wooded forests
Spend the day mountain biking at Brechfa Forest. The Derwen Bike Trail is graded easy so the whole family can enjoy the ride. The trail flows through oak woodland and features steady climbs and fun descents.
A traditional 'family beach' day out
Spend the day on Poppit Sands, a long sandy beach backed by sand dunes in Pembrokeshire. It has been awarded the Blue Flag and facilities at the beach include toilets, life guards in the summer and cafés and shops nearby.
Ride a steam train through picturesque mid Wales
Go on a narrow gauge steam train on the Vale of Rheidol Railway from Aberystwyth to Devils Bridge. At Devils Bridge have a picnic or visit the famous Mynach Falls, Jacob's Ladder or the Devil's Punchbowl, all within walking distance of the station.
Ramble, scramble and climb together through the Mid Wales mountains and valleys
Go outside with the kids and visit the Brecon Beacons National Park. Take part in a guided walk across the Brecon Beacons and learn about the wildlife that lives there. You could even try a landscape photography course.
Take the kids on night of moth trapping
Join the Rangers for an evening of moth trapping and discover the beautiful and diverse array of night fliers present in the Elan Valley. A full programme of events are happening over the autumn.
Dinosaurs and underground caves combine for a day out with an educational twist
Go deep underground and experience some of nature’s most astounding geological formations. Above ground see life size dinosaurs in the Dinosaur Park or visit the Shire Horse Centre. See all this and more at Dan-yr-Ogof National Showcaves of Wales.
Go 'swimming with the fishes'
No its not a mafia threat ! Its Anglesey Sea Zoo. Visit Wales' largest marine aquarium where the habitats of over 150 species have carefully been recreated. There are little fish and big fish – not to mention sharks and conger eels.
Victorian Seaside adventure
Go on a day out to Llandudno the beautiful Victorian seaside resort at the foot of the Great Orme. There’s a lot to do here; stroll along the beach, go on the longest pier in Wales, ride the cable car or visit Conwy Castle.
A true tree top adventure
High ropes, tight ropes and ladders in the sky. They’ll all part of the balancing act at Tree Top Adventures, Betwys-y-Coed.
