If you are operating on a tight budget and looking for free things to do in North Wales, then you will find that you are spoilt for choice. There are plenty of great things to do in the region for people of all ages and in all weather conditions.

To help you enjoy a cheap holiday in North Wales at Gimblet Rock Holiday Park, we thought we’d put together a list of what we consider to be the best free days out in North Wales that you can enjoy in the area around our resort. Let’s start off with one that is right on our holiday park doorstep…

1. Seaside Day Out

Gimblet Rock Holiday Park is of course located right next to the glorious golden sands of Pwllheli beach. There’s no need to travel or pay for car parking. Simply pick up your bucket, spade, towel and sun cream for a traditional British day out at the seaside. 

Here you will be able to build sandcastles, paddle in the sea and sunbathe on those warmer summer days at a beach which is also safe for swimmers on account of its life guard service. 

You’ll be able to make use of the facilities at Gimblet Rock Holiday Park throughout the day, with our resort being home to an exceptional on-site cafe and bar which serves a wide selection of meal options. You’ll be able to pick up your lunch from our resort before returning to the beach to complete another free day out in North Wales that will leave you feeling relaxed and re-energised.

2. Climb Snowdon

Perhaps the most famous visitor attraction in North Wales is of course Snowdonia, which is home to the highest mountain in the UK outside of Scotland.

There are six different walking routes that you can take to reach the summit of the mountain, all of which are completely free for tourists visiting the area. You can also take your dog with you on the walk if you are enjoying a pet friendly holiday park in Pwllheli at Gimblet Rock Holiday Park. We would just advise keeping your dog on a lead at all times on account of the high number of sheep in the area.

The easiest and most popular of the six routes up Snowdon is the Llanberis path which should take 5-7 hours to complete depending on your fitness levels. At 9 miles in length (there and back), it certainly isn't the shortest of the six routes. However, it is the easiest thanks to the reduced gradient when compared to the other routes to the summit. This makes it perfect for families with children or anyone who isn’t at peak physical condition. 

3. Explore the Coast

Whilst staying at Gimblet Rock Holiday Park, you may want to take a walk along Pwllheli promenade which forms part of the wonderful North Wales coastal path. 

You have a couple of options available to you here. One option is to follow the Pwllheli promenade into Pwllheli town centre and complete a circular walk by heading south once you have passed the Pwllheli train station. This circular walk in Pwllheli covers roughly 3.4 miles in length. On this walk you will take in the many shops in the town centre, both Pwllheli beaches, Pwllheli harbour and Lon Cob Bach Nature Reserve. 

Another option is to walk along the coastal path towards Abersoch. In total it would take you 8 miles to complete this journey (one way), so we would advise you to simply go as far as you feel comfortable doing before starting the return leg of your journey. The great things about this North Wales coastal path walk are that it is largely free from tourists and provides unrivalled sea views.

If you don’t make it all the way to Abersoch, we’d still advise that you take the time to visit the village during your time with us.  Holidays in Abersoch are incredibly popular on account of the beautiful beaches and thriving watersports culture which grips the town. This includes in the high street which features famous high brands such as Crew Clothing, Sea Salt and Animal, all of which have close associations with the watersports community. 

4. Learn About History

If you are a bit of a history buff, then you’ll no doubt be interested in paying a visit to one of the many historic buildings that are free to enter in North Wales. This includes Penarth Fawr Medieval House in nearby Llanystumdwy, the oldest part of which was constructed in 1476. 

While you will find plenty of historic castles to explore in North Wales, there are far fewer Welsh gentry houses from the mediaeval period in the region. This is because most homes were built using wood, with the stone construction of Penarth Fawr House ensuring that it has been far longer lasting.

Once inside you will be able to admire the stunning hall which is where most of the families social interactions would have taken place. Here they would have slept and shared meals together, as well as entertaining friends and important guests. This provides a fascinating insight into what life was like during this era, with the floor to ceiling timber frames which support the building another highlight due to its excellent condition and the masterful craftsmanship behind it. 

5. Visit Llandudno

Llandudno is the quintessential British seaside resort, with a glorious promenade, historic pier and the stunning Great Orme headland which towers over the town. 

If you are looking for free days out in North Wales, then you will be able to comfortably fill way more than one day in Llandudno. Here you can take the time to walk along the glorious promenade and Llandudno pier which is filled with quirky local stores, amusement arcades and children’s fairground rides. While these aren’t all free, the views that are on offer certainly are and you have no need to spend money here unless you really want to.

Another option is to take a circular walk around the Great Orme. This walk covers roughly 5 miles and as you might expect provides wonderful coastal views. However, it is also provides ramblers with the opportunity to see some of the regions wildlife including friendly seals, a wide array of seabirds such as fulmars and gannets, and also the resident goats who made a name for themselves by invading Llandudno during the 2020 lockdown period. As a result o the goats, we would advise you to keep dogs on a lead throughout the walk.