Looking Beyond Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon): Alternative Mountain Walks in Eryri (Snowdonia) Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) , may be the jewel in Eryri’s mountainous crown, but it’s no secret that it draws a lot of attention. As the highest peak in Wales and one of the most popular hiking destinations in the UK, its trails can often …
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From Canvas to Community
A Renaissance of Artistic Tradition in Eryri – Snowdonia The “Ysbridloi gan Eryri – Inspired by Snowdonia” art competition in October 2024 didn’t just celebrate breathtaking talent—it reignited a lost legacy. By embracing the historic tradition of plein air painting, this vibrant collective of artists is rekindling the creative spirit that once flourished in Snowdonia’s wild and awe-inspiring landscapes. A Year …
a Tuneful Winter’s Tale…
The National Eisteddfod is a showcase of Wales’ rich cultural heritage, in 2017, it brought national recognition to a remarkable talent. Dr. Godfrey Wyn Williams, from Pontcysyllte near Llangollen, was awarded the prestigious prize for composing an original hymn tune. Already celebrated for his successes in local and regional festivals, his exceptional talent culminated in …
A Brush with Nature
The First Outings of the New Betws-y-Coed Outdoor Painters Group The recent “Ysbridloi gan Eryri – Inspired by Snowdonia” art competition and exhibition, brought together talented local artists and revived a 19th-century tradition in Betws-y-Coed. Plein air is a French term that means “open air” and refers to the practice of painting outdoors, directly from …
Reviving a legacy
Ysbridoli gan Eryi – Inspired by Snowdonia – Art Competition and Exhibition Art and nature have always been intertwined, and Snowdonia?s rugged beauty has inspired artists for generations. In a nod to this heritage, the Royal Oak proudly sponsored the Ysbridoli gan Eryi/Inspired by Snowdonia painting competition and exhibition, reigniting the spirit of the 1800s …
Y Goets Fawr – The Big Coach
A Vital Artery from London to Holyhead Introduced in the late 18th century, the Royal Mail Coach, with its red & black livery improved the reliability and speed of mail delivery across the UK. Before this innovation, mail was carried by individual postboys or private carriers, which was slow and incredibly unreliable. The introduction of …
Unlocking Potential…
Coleg Llandrillo opened it’s doors for a Meet the Employer event last Wednesday, a vibrant gathering aimed at connecting students with the real heart of industry. As we navigate a world where practical skills are just as important as academic achievements, apprenticeships stand out as a beacon of opportunity. The event was more than just …
Golden Peacocks and new colours
Our corridors have had a heritage makeover to match our Victorian past. Initially, wallpapers were made & block printed or painted by hand, but during the 19th century, advancements in printing technology led to the mass production of wallpapers. Being our original building was once a coaching inn, transformed in the Victorian era to a …
Plastic Free Communities
Did you know it takes 2-300 years for Plastic bags to fragment but they stay in the environment indefinitely… that’s why we send out our packed lunches in brown paper bags, it’s also the reason we swapped from plastic to paper straws 5 years ago & we use bamboo cutlery at our outside catering events. …
Highlighting Albert…
As a member of David Coxs Betws-y-Coed artists colony based at the Royal Oak in the 1870’s, Albert Glendening’s paintings of Eryri’s (Snowdonias) mountains were strongly collected. Paul Holberten Publishing has kindly sent us the latest copy about Glendening’s work and the man himself and what an extrodinary time he lived through with the changes …