Jul 30, 2024 · The A470 at Bwlch yr Oerddrws, on the southern edge of Snowdonia (Eryri) The third stage of the journey up the A470 takes you from the wild Cambrian Mountains to the steeper slopes of southern Snowdonia.

Jun 6, 2014 · The best drive in the UK is the A470 that cuts through Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons - but nobody wants to travel on London's M25 motorway.

The road travels through two of the national parks of Wales: the Brecon Beacons, and Snowdonia National Park starting just south of Dinas Mawddwy. The southernmost point of the route is in Cardiff Bay, outside the Wales Millennium Centre.

Oct 18, 2024 · Take the A470 through Dinas Mawddwy and continue to the sudden climb up Bwlch yr Oerddrws – the Pass of the Cold Door – and your first sight and feel of serious mountains in Snowdonia. You emerge at the top of the Pass with a view of the east flank of Cadair Idris – turn left onto the A487, taking the right turn off this road soon ...

Jan 25, 2022 · Go north on the A470 to the medieval seaside town of Conwy, with a 13th-century castle, historic city walls and the UK’s smallest house to squeeze into. Or head south on the A5 towards Llangollen and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Sep 21, 2024 · Wales Road Trip (A470) After fun in the capital, now it is time to discover Wales’s captivating landscapes. Drive south-west on Newport Road A4161 towards Fitzalan. After half a mile turn right onto the North Road A470. Stay on the A470 until you reach Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons). (1 hr 30 mins)

Oct 16, 2024 · You could drive the A470 in as little as five hours, but could easily take five days. It takes you through the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) and Eryri (Snowdonia), two of the country’s three National Parks, also passing six fine Welsh castles along the way.

The best drive in the UK is the A470 that cuts through Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons - but nobody wants to travel on London's M25 motorway. Welsh and Scottish drives trumped England when it came to Britons' favourite places to drive, with no roads in the south of England making it in to the top 10 at all.

Dec 22, 2024 · Eventually, you’ll rejoin the A470 to head into Snowdonia National Park. Just after Dinas Mawddwy, the road climbs in a snakelike fashion up and over a hill. There’s a place to pull in right at the top for an incredible photo opportunity.

Aug 5, 2024 · Just before Betws-y-Coed past the Ty Gwyn Inn, turn right onto the A470 towards Llanrwst, a short but worthwhile detour. This small town is set within Conway valley, enveloped by the foothills and Snowdonia.