Get Sporty It’s something most of us know we should do more of, but trying to find time to squeeze regular exercise routines into our already busy daily lives is something that lots of women across Wales struggle with. But, thanks to a top footballing competition that’s taking place in South Wales this week, the…

Rain, Rain, go away It’s raining, it’s pouring, the old man is snoring……. So, the rain is back, with a vengeance! News of overnight flooding after torrential rain throughout Wales isn’t exactly the weather news we’d all been hoping for. After the heat-wave of last month, here at the Oakeley Arms Snowdonia Hotel we started…

Pool-life Anyone who’s spent time at the beach in their childhood will know that rock-pooling is one of the most satisfying beach pastimes there is, and we here at the Oakeley Arms Hotel couldn’t agree more. We’ve got miles and miles of beautiful beaches close-by, so what better time to explore the shallows and discover…

Golfing Days Here at the Oakeley Arms Hotel in Blaenau Ffestiniog we think there’s loads of fabulous things to celebrate about beautiful Snowdonia, but one thing that many people flock to the area for is the fabulous choice of north Wales golf courses that are on our doorstep. Budding Tiger Woods or Rory McIlroy’s really…

A Royal appearance Royal fever will hit fever pitch on Anglesey next week, as Prince William is all set to attend the famous Anglesey Show on the island. The historic agricultural show celebrates it’s 126th show this year; it’s gone from strength to strength since the first Anglesey Show took place in 1887. Prince William’s appearance at…

The Mawddach Trail “There is no better walk than from Barmouth to Dolgellau other than from Dolgellau to Barmouth” proclaimed the great Victorian artist and writer John Ruskin when he visited Barmouth during the nineteenth century, and we have to say, here at the Oakeley Arms Hotel in Blaenau Ffestiniog that we agree with old…

Blaenau Ffestiniog The next in our “Day Out In….” series comes from high up in the hills of Gwynedd. The town of Blaenau Ffestiniog was once one of the wealthiest towns in North Wales, all thanks to it’s seemingly endless supply of grey “gold” – they precious slate that was found under the hills and…

Hot dogs We are absolutely loving this sunny weather here at the Oakeley Arms Hotel in Snowdonia – we can chill in the garden, go for a cooling swim at the beach, jump in the paddling pool or just catch a few sunny rays and top up the tan. And the heatwave is set to…

Wales’ most popular holiday destinations! A new survey has revealed the most popular holiday destinations in Wales, and here at the Oakeley Arms self catering holiday cottages, we’re delighted to say that many local North Wales towns and hot-spots make it onto the list. The survey was carried out by local paper The Daily Post, who…

Harlech This week’s lovely “Day Out In” feature comes all the way from the fabulous town of Harlech. Situated on the opposite side of Cardigan Bay to the Oakeley Arms Hotel in Snowdonia, this pretty town is dominated by the mighty castle that sits handsomely and quietly, watching over the town. It is one of…