Beddgelert is to be found in the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales at the confluence of the Rivers Colwyn and Glaslyn. It is said that the town was originally settled by Christian missionaries around 700AD and that a hermitage was established on the west bank of the Afon Colwyn. But it is the 13th century that made Beddgelert famous. Llywelyn, Prince of Wales, had a palace here and he had a faithful dog called Gelert and one day he went hunting without his faithful dog. On Llewelyn’s return he found Gelert stained and smeared with blood and his son’s cot was empty, the floor and bedclothes covered in blood. Wild with rage and thinking that the dog had attacked his son he plunged his sword into the dog and killed him. As he withdrew the sword he heard his son cry and a search revealed that his son was unharmed but nearby lay the body of a mighty wolf that Gelert had slain. It is just outside the village where there is today a memorial to this sad tale. Beddgelert nestles in the valley and offers the visitor an excellent opportunity to enjoy the surrounding scenery, it is ideal for ramblers, mountain bikers or simply to sit, relax and just appreciate the beauty of the area.
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Beddgelert Caravan Park and Campsite
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Places to Stay near Beddgelert
Royal Goat Hotel (0.22 miles)
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The Saracens Head Hotel (0.23 miles)
Craflwyn (0.49 miles)
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Cefn Coch Isaf (4.09 miles)
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Brynllydan (4.82 miles)
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Golden Fleece Inn (5.36 miles)
Royal Sportsman Hotel (5.97 miles)
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Travelodge Porthmadog (6.06 miles)
Travelodge Porthmadog is located just 2 miles from Portmeirion and is just under a mile away from Snowdonia National Park. The hotel offers free onsite parking and offers great access to nearby attractions. Guest rooms ... More | visit website
The Grapes Hotel (6.64 miles)
The Grapes Hotel is a 17th century coaching inn, with parts dating back as far as the early 13th century. Over 280 years the Grapes has become renowned for its Ales, Home fare, Hospitality and ... More | visit website
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