Celticos , in partnership with Golygfa Gwydyr , are today launching a new tourism service in North Wales.

This bespoke tour is designed to give visitors a true taste of Welsh rural life outside of the hustle and bustle of the current major tourist destinations. Tourists will have the opportunity to experience first-hand how people live and work in Snowdonia and find out about traditional local skills and what gives the people of this area a sense of connectedness to the land, a pride of place and cultural heritage. The life of Welsh hill farmers is unique and challenging, a tradition that has been passed on from generation to generation for hundreds of years.

The two day tour will include pick up from designated accommodation providers in Llandudno, Conwy and the Lower Conwy Valley and the services of a local personal guide. A highlight of the tour will include a visit to meet celebrity farmer Gareth Wyn Jones on his hill farm, this will give our guests an excellent insight to both the beauty and hardship of hill farming in Snowdonia; a way of life where agriculture, livestock and the cycle of the seasons are ingrained.

Welsh Hill Farming Experience - two day event

Date 31st Aug & 1st Sept

Day 1 -Conwy Valley, Snowdonia.

Heavy Horses - you will have a chance to witness a demonstration of the skill in handling heavy horses, tacking up and harrowing.

Sheep Dog Handling - this amazing skill with dogs will remain a talking point long after your visit.

Welsh Hill Farming - an introduction to traditional fencing, hedge laying and gate making.

Barn to Table - sample Marylyn's pies and meats at a buffet lunch. The tour will make a quick stop by Marilyn's original family home and shop at Tal y Bont where they had a turnkey operation, raising and hand picking all livestock locally, processing and selling to the community

Day 2 -A guided scenic mini bus tour of Snowdonia, Anglesey & the Menai Straits.

The day will provide a comprehensive overview of the contrasting farming methods of the area followed by a visit to Llanfairfechan the coastal gateway to the Snowdonia National Park.

High in the mountains we visit the hill farm of celebrity farmer Gareth Wyn Jones. This will be an excellent opportunity for our guests to experience for themselves the harsh and demanding life style of Welsh hill farmers. Gareth will join us for a personalised tour and enthral us with his many interesting stories.

The tour ends with a fantastic opportunity to visit the Bodnant Welsh Food Centre located at Furnace Farm. Set in beautifully restored 18th century farm buildings, this centre celebrates Welsh local produce at its finest.