Recreation and sports

If you are staying for only a short break or for a weekend, it is important to make good use of the time available. Taking day trips or half day trips are the key to obtaining the best for a short break in Wales, and fortunately there are lots of suitable activities on offer.

I have listed below a selection of activities that awaits a visitor on any short breaks in Wales, or weekend breaks in Wales.

You can find country sports parks where you can spend and hour or two doing archery or clay pigeon shooting, or you could have a go at quad biking or go-karting if moving fast is appealing.

If you feel like go cycling, climbing or walking around the country, you can take as long or short as you prefer. As a hiker or rambler you will be happy at the number of trails that are waiting to be explored. Maybe you want to experience a short walk for less than a day, or a full camping expedition exploring the countryside.

Climbers can take one or half-day courses if they want to save time, especially with indoor centres. A day at least can be enjoyed in the picturesque Gower Peninsula or the mountains of Snowdonia.

Another popular option is fishing, with a profusion of great fisheries throughout the country, you won’t waste too much time trying to find one.

You can use the evenings or half days to sample some of the culture, visit a museum or art gallery or centre for crafts, or maybe see a performance in the Wales Millenium Centre.

If you are not spending long in the country, you may prefer to stay in one of the delightful holiday cottages in Wales or a B&B. Wales has plenty of high-quality hotels if you don’t fancy catering for yourself or your family, and cosy, family-run B&Bs to give you a taste of home away from home.