Maentwrog

The village of Maentwrog in Gwynedd, Wales is at the heart of the scenic Snowdonia National Park and alongside the River Dwyryd in Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Wonderful walks, breathtaking views of the Welsh countryside and the two waterfalls of Raven Falls and Rhaeadr Du nearby, make this a popular area with nature lovers, bird-watchers and outdoor enthusiasts. There is a legend here that tells of a giant known as Twrog who hurled a boulder from the top of a hill down into the settlement, destroying a pagan altar. The stone in St. Twrog's Church courtyard is said to be the one thrown by the giant and the legend states that if a visitor rubs this boulder, they are fated to return to the village in the future.

Maentwrog offers ample amenities and is within easy reach of further towns and villages in the area that offer additional choices for shopping, dining and leisure. The area is rich with historic sites and visitor attractions as well as the opportunity to enjoy a host of outdoor pursuits including walking, cycling, riding and climbing. Maentwrog is home to the magnificent Plas Tan y Bwlch, home of the Snowdonia National Park Study Centre and former residence of the Oakeley family and the village church of course is the place to visit if you want to ensure you come back again.