Bangor
Small but lively city and university town. Bangor Cathedral has ancient roots – this religious site can be traced back to the 6th century.
The former Bishop’s Palace has been refurbished as the new home for the museum and gallery, called Storiel. It is the county museum and gallery for Gwynedd and is one of two museums directly run by Cyngor Gwynedd. It has an active programme of temporary exhibitions in the museum and gallery, special events and has a permanent display of museum collections relating to various aspects of life in Gwynedd through the ages. It also has a gift shop selling art and crafts.
The beautiful Grade II listed, 470m Bangor Garth Pier, is the second longest pier in Wales, and this year celebrates its 128th year anniversary and was also voted Pier Of The Year in 2022 by the National Piers Society.
Visit the iconic Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre, a venue for theatre productions, film, music, circus, dance and other innovative performing arts.
And don’t miss dramatic Penrhyn Castle, the National Trust mansion set in beautiful grounds on the outskirts of town. Nearby GreenWood Family Park, a popular family attraction and Zip World at Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda is home to the fastest zip line in the world.
Bangor has lots of leisure facilities including swimming pool, walking and cycling paths.
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