Beddgelert Forest Life Brochure 2022

Forest LifeWINTER//SPRING A guide to finding your #ForestFeeling Breathe in Inside innatthue rfoerest Everything you need to know about your stay Image: Deerpark, Cornwall Staycation essentials with Cotswold Outdoor Tell us about your first impressions. Page 4 Scan to give us your feedback. Nature walk inspiration with Muddy Puddles Page 7 Explore the local area of Beddgelert Page 14 & 15

You don’t just visit thyeoufofereel sitt. Image: Ardgartan, Loch Long The forest is much more than a Share your #ForestFeeling place. It’s an attitude, a state of with us on social media mind, a feeling. It’s what makes our holidays so special. You feel it in the morning sun breaking through the treetops, the birdsong on the breeze and walks filled with butterflies and bumblebees. You feel it swooping down hills on a mountain bike and you feel it gazing up at the night sky from the warmth of your hot tub. Everyone has a #ForestFeeling. What will yours be? 2 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

WELCOME // BEDDGELERT Hi there! OUR PROMISE TO YOU We promise your cabin Welcome to will be in a peaceful Beddgelert environment, well- maintained, clean and (or Croeso i with everything in good Beddgelert as they working order. It’s harder say in Wales!) for our team to help if issues aren’t raised with Now you’re on a Forest Holiday us at the time. If we you can take some time. haven’t delivered on Time to discover the beauty of our promise, let us know the forest. Time to reconnect with straight away and we’ll loved ones. Time to explore as far take care of it. as you want and time to just… be. WE’RE HAPPY TO HELP! Let the forest take the weight off, Most things you need to and relax. know can be found on page 5 or on the TV in Richard Bosworth, your cabin. This includes General Manager, information about Beddgelert your cabin and how to order in-cabin delivery. [email protected] If you can’t find what you need, visit us at the Share your first impressions Forest Retreat. We know you’ve just got here but we’re excited to hear what you think! To give us WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 3 your feedback, talk to our team or scan the QR code on the front of this magazine.

Make the most of the outdoors BRAND PARTNER Our friends at Cotswold Outdoor are just as passionate as us about spending time in nature. And one thing’s for sure, they know a thing or two about adventures and clothing. Here’s their list of top kit essentials for your adventure... Be ready for any weather FOOTWEAR INSULATION with a little help from When choosing walking A durable and warm Cotswold Outdoor boots or approach shoes, mid-layer is a staple as look out for a waterproof the weather gets colder, 15% and breathable material especially if you’re spending or membrane (crucial for any length of time outdoors. off keeping your feet dry). An insulated jacket or lightweight fleece is ideal for EXCLUSIVE OFFER PACK keeping out the chills. Forest Holidays guests Day hiking packs are great can enjoy 15% discount for short walks in the hills HAT AND GLOVES at Cotswold Outdoor, and forests. Choose one with A durable hat and gloves set Runners Need and different compartments to will never let you down. Look Snow+Rock. Simply use allow you to keep your kit for touchscreen-compatible the code AF-FOHO-C8. organised. gloves that don’t have to be sacrificed every time you get Valid to 31.12.22. T&Cs apply. WATERPROOF JACKET a notification on your phone. Go for a lightweight option 4 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE that packs down to fit in your AND FINALLY, GO GREEN! rucksack when you’re not Cotswold Outdoor’s Our using it, and breathability is a Planet range features great feature for keeping you extensive kit from the very cool and comfortable whilst best sustainable brands on the move. so you can make the right choice and a world of difference when it comes to looking after our planet.

USEFUL INFORMATION // BEDDGELERT Useful OPENING TIMES information The Forest Retreat is open every day from 8:30am - 5pm. (8pm on Mondays & Fridays) HOT TUB WASTE Relax, unwind and enjoy your private hot tub Help us in our efforts to be eco-friendly by during your stay. Don’t worry if you see one of using the correct bins (refer to your location the team lifting the lid on your hot tub. We’re map on pages 10 & 11 to see where your just doing our daily checks to ensure it’s safe to nearest recycling and waste point is). Please use. Remember to check our hot tub guidance ensure all waste is removed from your cabin on your TV before you take the plunge. on day of departure and placed in the correct bin. You’ll find additional bin bags under your NOISE kitchen sink. We want you to make the most of your stay, but we ask that you keep noise very low after 10pm. CHECK-OUT This is for the benefit of our other guests and On the day of your departure, check-out time our local wildlife. Sounds carry surprisingly far in is 10am. Subject to availability, you can add the forest. a late check-out to your break at any time during your stay (from £30, subject to change). TV At the end of your break, please leave your Use your TV to browse activities, find out about cabin in a clean condition. Charges from £50 food options and of course, enjoy a movie may apply if your cabin isn’t left clean and tidy. (or two). Not sure how things work? On your TV you’ll find the wifi code, instructions for IN-CABIN DELIVERY equipment and an option to report any issues. Order breakfast pastries and evening takeaways at The Bakehouse – just a short KITCHEN walk from your cabin. Don’t fancy waiting? Instructions for kitchen appliances can be Ask for doorstep delivery. Find out more on found on the TV in your cabin (look for the ‘How pages 8 & 9. to’ section). Pots and pans are in the pull-out drawer below the oven. *Delivery charges apply WATER SAFETY Contact us Respect the water and stay in the know with handy resources from the RNLI and RLSS. If you need to speak to us during rnli.org/safety your stay pop into the Forest rlss.org.uk Retreat or call us on 01766 890 288. We’re available DOGS ON LOCATION 8:30am – 5pm every day. Remember to keep your dogs on a lead around the cabins, near water and in the forest. Our out of hours number is 07367 120 341. Enjoy your stay! WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 5

Explore the forest on two wheels. BIKE HIRE Hire bikes at the Forest Retreat Based just a short walk from your cabin in Beddgelert Forest, enjoy direct access to the incredible natural playground of Snowdonia National Park. Visit the Forest Retreat to find out about everything from standard hardtails, gravel bikes and electric bikes to trailers, children’s seats and tagalongs. A great way for the whole family to explore the great outdoors. Bike hire per day Returning your bikes Adults bike ....................... £20.00 Before you head home, please Childs bike ........................ £15.00 secure your hire bikes to the cycle Child seat .......................... £8.00 rack outside the Forest Retreat with Tagalong ........................... £8.00 your helmets. Trailer ................................. £8.00 Thanks! Ask us about the best rates for short breaks and longer stays! 6 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

BRAND PARTNER // BEDDGELERT Ways to make your forest walk even more fun! The forest is the perfect place to explore with your children whatever the weather; a natural playground where adventure is waiting for you. Need some ideas for making your forest walk even more fun? Our friends at Muddy Puddles have revealed some of their favourite activities... Build a den Listen to the sounds Be an artist in the Find a spot, gather twigs of the forest! forest! and sticks and let your The tweeting birds, Let your young artist little ones build their very the rustling leaves, the loose in the forest. own hideaway! breeze rushing past Give them each an area you, what can you hear? and task them with Go on a wild beast hunt making ‘wild art’ from Take on the role of a real Make up a story sticks, moss and more. detective and seek out A bit of imagination, a some creepy crawlies. glorious setting and a Why not draw some of budding storyteller is the minibeasts when all you need for a fun you get home? afternoon. Exclusive discount for guests 15% off Muddy Puddles are children’s outerwear experts. Their mission is to inspire and enable thousands of children and families to enjoy the natural world around them and spend more time outdoors whatever the weather. That sounds good to us. Save 15%* at Muddy Puddles using the discount code FOREST15. *Offer ends 31.12.22 WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 7

FOOD // BEDDGELERT FOOD In-cabin delivery service Tryeoaut rself Cosy nights in call for our handy in-cabin delivery service. Tuck into curry or a burger and fries after a long day exploring the forest. Enjoy movie night treats and pizza under the stars. Or sample the best of British with locally sourced craft beer, gin and groceries. Yum. What can I order for delivery? Groceries & essentials Hot food & desserts Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks GET YOUR ORDER IN Jkunsot wso... you You should get a pre-order form on check in. Fill it out and hand to our team. Or use the TV in your cabin. We tend to get busy so For essentials and groceries, order directly through the it’s best to pre-order early. TV. For food, scan the QR code on the TV to access the Check meal service times Feast & Fodder menu and place your order. and menu options using the TV in your cabin (these 8 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE are subject to change and availability). And make sure you’ve pre-authorised a payment card with us at the Forest Retreat before you order. Thanks!

Pre-order We do pizzas breakfast pastries here The perfect way to start too! your day. Nothing says “Good Morning!” better than the smell of freshly baked breads and pastries. Pre-order for morning collection and pick up from The Bakehouse (just a short walk from your cabin). But don’t leave it too long, our delicious goodies get snapped up fast. Brought to you from The Bakehouse... Pre-order from The Bakehouse between 9am and 7:30pm In-cabin delivery available between 6pm and 8:30pm. WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 9

LOCATION MAP // BEDDGELERT LOCATION MAP Beddgelert Beddgelert Forest Cycling & Walking Trails Rhyd Ddu 7.5km 60 - 90 minutes walk Beddgelert Village 3.5km, 30 - 40 minutes walk Our promise Help look after our green spaces Our promise to you by following the is that your cabin will Forest Code and the be well-maintained, Countryside Code. clean, with everything in good working order Thank you and in a peaceful environment. 10 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

LOCATION MAP // BEDDGELERT Key to cabins Golden Oak Silver Birch Silver Birch wheelchair adapted Key to icons Electric car charging point Waste & Recycling point Railway station Parking Fire point Assembly point WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 11

ACTIVITIES // BEDDGELERT hYooyouluirdr awya,y. Activities at Beddgelert Get stuck into wild adventures or enjoy indulgent experiences with a range of activities designed to help you get that #ForestFeeling. fCorreusntchleianvges GORGE WALKING Climb up (or slide down) the most dramatic mountain rivers, plunge pools, waterslides, waterfalls and rapids in North Wales. A must for outdoor enthusiasts. MOUNTAIN WALKING Stand on the summit of Snowdon, explore mountain trails or discover the incredible walking routes that Snowdonia has to offer with a friendly qualified guide. SUNRISE AND SUNSET WALKING Learn about local history, see North Wales at its most spectacular and get that perfect Instagram snap on a perfectly timed guided walk. Your forest adventure awaits 12 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

EXTRAS // BEDDGELERT Nights in at Forest Holidays MOVIE NIGHT TREATS LOCAL CRAFT GIN AND BEERS Tuck into a huge chocolate slab, a tub of Discover new favourites and sample local ice cream, sweet popcorn and spicy tortilla flavours with gin or chilled craft beer chips. Order on our app using the TV in your delivered to your cabin. Order on our app cabin. using the TV in your cabin. ADD ON IN-CABIN ENTERTAINMENT Don’t miss Advanced Watch the match or a movie with a handy out... booking premium entertainment & wifi package. essential Great for rainy afternoons and cosy nights in. Stay connected with unlimited wifi and Fill out your activity sheet or pop into enjoy unlimited access to new-release the Forest Retreat to book. movies, tv and sky channels. *In-cabin entertainment is available for an extra Use the TV in your cabin to access our app where you can order pizzas, fee, speak to a member of the team to add to your cocktails, barbecue supplies and more. break. Unlimited wifi internet connection includes access to the internet from your laptop, mobile or You can also use your TV to find out tablet device. Unlimited movies include a selection what’s on. And don’t forget, our team of new release films. Unlimited TV and Sky channels can let you know about the best local include: Sky Sports Main event, Sky Sports Premier attractions, events and hidden gems League, Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Cricket. nearby. Subject to change & availability. * Activities, products and extras are subject to change and availability. Time to get cosy! WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 13

LOCAL INSPIRATION // BEDDGELERT Local inspiration for your Welsh staycation... Our cabins are nestled in a spot where the tumbling River Colwyn sweeps through a forest filled with hazel trees. The perfect base for some wonderfully Welsh adventures. Enjoy having the wild beauty of Snowdonia National Park, the rugged mountain backdrop of Snowdon and the local legend of Gelert’s Grave right on your doorstep. Discover Beddgelert on foot 1 Leave the location towards Beddgelert Forest and turn left along the Lôn Gwyrfai route. The path weaves in and out of the forest offering beautiful, almost other-worldly views. 2 Follow the path out of the forest onto open farmland on the foothills of Moel Hebog. Enjoy a striking view of Moel y Dyniewyd before descending towards Cwm Cloch. 3 From Cwm Cloch, follow the road down to Beddgelert, bearing right before the railway bridge. This takes you to the car park near the Welsh Highland Railway Station in Beddgelert. 14 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

LOCAL INSPIRATION // BEDDGELERT Eat, drink and shop local Askus about things to do We’re all about championing local – whether that’s food festivals, farmer’s markets or fine dining. And because our team here at Beddgelert is local too, they can recommend the best places to eat, drink and shop nearby. From proper pints to bustling bistros, ask us about our favourite spots during your Sfohrooesnpt yhloooulirdcaayl stay or try out some of our top picks below. Btaoxoik your Eat & drink Call Snowdonia Taxi on 01286 872 447 to book. CAFFI COLWYN HEBOG EAT Remember to check For light bites, lunch and a For home-cooked food served the rates beforehand – delicious Welsh cream tea. in a friendly atmosphere. taxis come from larger cafficolywyn.wales towns to Beddgelert GLASLYN and can get pricey. Visit GOLDEN FLEECE For award-winning ice creams snowdoniataxi.co.uk For cocktails, a huge gin and pizzas. Gluten-free pizzas to find out more or pop selection and a menu and takeaways available. into the Forest Retreat if featuring plant-based dishes. glaslynices.co.uk you’ve got any questions. goldenfleeceinn.com PANT DU VINEYARD Y SQWAR Guided wine-tasting surrounded For à la carte dining, early bird by beautiful views (ask us how to dinners and cracking Sunday book at the Forest Retreat). roasts. pantdu.co.uk ysgwar-restaurant.co.uk FIND OUT MORE Whether you fancy a day trip to the Sygun Copper Mine or an afternoon at the nearest beach, beddgelerttourism.com has all the details. Our friendly team can also let you know about the best nearby attractions, shops, events and more. WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 15

JOHN ADAMS BOARD GAMES Let a board game bring you together As the nights draw in, it’s the perfect excuse to get comfy, put some logs on the fire and bring out the board games. Here are a few reasons why our friends at John Adams believe the retro board game deserves a revival while you’re with us... BOARD GAMES BRING US TOGETHER THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! The mighty board game world has something Board games come in all shapes and sizes. that will be fun for every generation. There’ll Play is an essential part of human nature at any also be games you can work together on as time of life. It strengthens the bonds between a team; a skill we should encourage in our us, relaxes or excites us, sparks our imagination, children when we can. and helps keep us sane. Whatever the mood is in the cabin, there’ll be a game that will work PUT DOWN YOUR PHONE for you. It’s that lull after supper with everyone sat on the sofa. Everyone has their head buried in their NOTHING LIKE A BIT OF HEALTHY phone. Board games help bring us back into COMPETITION the real world and disconnect from the digital Something remarkable happens when friends world for a while. and family gather face to face around the table to share the same experience. It’s good for us YOU’RE CREATING MEMORIES THEY to win and lose every now and then! WON’T FORGET You’ll laugh, you’ll shout! You’ll always Great for cosy evenings remember that board game where you were all snuggled round in your cosy cabin for years to come. That’s what holidays are all about, creating memories. 16 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

SENSORY SCAVENGER HUNT // BEDDGELERT Wwioldnldifeers Head out on a sensory Tick the scavenger hunt and take lots boxes as of photos along the way. you find them Look for Listen for Smell Shooting stars Morning bird song Tree blossom Shadows from the trees Wind in the trees Bark A lichen covered twig Crunchy leaves Fresh forest air An insect crawling Buzzing insects Pine needles Feel Bring the forest to lifeCold snow Prickly pine needles Rough tree bark Smooth stone Did you know? Early flowering plants to look out for include snowdrops and primroses. These are very important early sources of nectar and pollen for pollinators like bees. Send us your discoveries on social media What’s given you your #ForestFeeling today? Whether its crunchy leaves, icicle covered branches, quirky cloud shapes or a special visitor on your decking, we’d love to see. Tag us in your wildlife wonder snaps on social media and we’ll share them with our followers. @forestholidays WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 17

OUR LOCATIONS // DISCOVER Where will you discover next? Forest Holidays take you somewhere else, somewhere away from the everyday. To a place where your alarm clock is birdsong, your neighbours are squirrels, your playground is the trees, and your backdrop is a starry sky. Tick all 12 Forest Holidays locations off your travel wish list and get ready to find adventure in Britain’s most beautiful forests. Did you know? When you take a forest holiday, you help create a brighter future for Britain’s woodlands by supporting local rural economies, people and wildlife. 18 • WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE

DISCOVER We hope to see you at another location very soon! WINTER // SPRING • FOREST LIFE • 19

We hope to welcome you back to the forest again soon. Before you go, here are a few ways you can stay connected with us when you’re back at home: SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE Leave us a review on TripAdvisor so we can see what you thought about your holiday and your experience with us. We can’t wait to hear from you. GET SOCIAL WITH US Tell us about your favourite forest moments or get creative and share your photos with us @forestholidays or by using our hashtag #ForestFeeling. STAY IN TOUCH! Our newsletters are filled with all sorts of lovely things. From the latest forest news to hand-picked offers just for you. Forest Feeling delivered straight to your inbox. Scan to subscribe.