Anyway we, the Bacon Family, have spent many a happy holiday in the area in both good and bad weather (admittedly that has involved climbing the hills in all sorts of conditions). During these visits we resisted the temptation to spend money on many of the attractions feeling that National Trust and English Heritage membership would suffice.
So, this summer I was impressed by a leaflet called Ten Top Attractions in North Wales. But how much would it have cost for me and the rest of the Bacons to have gone on them when we were holidaying over here.
1. Portmerion - I agree, this place is brilliant and everyone should visit at some time in their life (and watch the Prisoner). We spent our Silver Wedding Anniversary there. So, the cost. For a family of four (2 adults and 2 kiddies) a family ticket = £31.
2. Nature World on Anglesey - never been to this but it does have meerkats. Family of four = £27.95.
3. Zip World - visited this as we stayed quite close. Looks great but a little quick and it appears that you cannot just pay and go - you have to book in advance. Family of four = £220.
4. Tweedmill Shopping Outlet - its a shopping centre so, technically, its free to get in. Is it me but it seems a bit odd that people go on holiday to go shopping but each to there own and at least this one is free.
5. Welsh Mountain Zoo - again, not one I have visited but its in Colwyn Bay which is nice. A family ticket? £38.10
6. Greenwood Forest Park - went to this when the kids were young and it was a great day out but its currently £46.70 for a family of four so remember to take sandwiches.
7. The Great Orme Tramway - no visit to North Wales is complete without a visit to the Orme. However, it is perfectly doable on foot. £22 for return tickets for the family.
8. Anglesey Sea Zoo - last time we went there were huge queues to get in and it was a good day out and at £27 is offers good value.
9. Slate Llechwedd Caverns - again a good trip but at £45.80 for the family?
10. Snowdon Mountain Railway - Never been on it, nor do I intend to go on it. Climbing a mountain involves climbing it. £120 for this family outing when someone who is reasonably fit can get up from Llanberis in a couple of hours.
Now I'm sure for the cost of all of these a family could go to Sports Direct and invest in boots, waterproof and a map - all that is required to enjoy the countryside.
Or is it me just being a mean Yorkshireman?
