YHA Conwy
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Zip World - Fforest
Overview
In a stunning woodland setting nestled in the North Wales Conwy Valley, close to the iconic Eryri (Snowdonia) village of Betws-y-Coed, a host of forest adventures and foodie delights await. With adventures to keep the whole family busy all day, choose from the Fforest Coaster, the UK’s only alpine coaster of its kind, bouncing fun on Treetop Nets or zip line and adventure courses high in the trees on Tree Hoppers or Zip Safari – plus you could try Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride, if you dare!
See the Zip World website for full details of all the adventures.
What makes it special
- Swing through the trees on a wire
- Ride the Fforest alpine style coaster
Hostels nearby
YHA Idwal Cottage
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Large garden/grounds
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Self-catering kitchen
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Cycle store
YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
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WiFi
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Café
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Wheelchair accessible
YHA Snowdon Llanberis
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WiFi
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Free parking on premises
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Self-catering kitchen
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