What is there to do at Bala?
We have a wide range of activities on offer, including canoeing/kayaking, climbing/abseiling, windsurfing, sailing, archery, camp craft, raft building, mountain biking, power boating, hill walking, gorge walking, and white water rafting. An adventure is an exciting experience or undertaking that is typically bold, sometimes risky. Adventures may be activities with danger such as traveling, exploring, skydiving, mountain climbing, scuba diving, river rafting, or other extreme sports.A paradise for adrenaline junkies, bungee jumping is not the only adventurous activity. Other activities include paragliding, white water rafting and other water activities, rock climbing, snowboarding and more.
Does Bala have a market?
Bala (Y Bala) is a busy market town with plenty of charm and is centred around the long main wide street, Stryd Fawr (The ‘High’ or ‘Great’ Street). Bala is a town with a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. The town’s most famous landmark is Bala Lake Railway, a narrow-gauge railway that was built in 1868 and is still in operation today.
Is Bala Lake worth visiting?
Bala is worth visiting for its rich natural beauty, welcoming atmosphere, and traditional Welsh culture. It sits beside Llyn Tegid, the largest natural lake in Wales, offering breathtaking views and water-based activities in every season. Surrounded by the beautiful Aran, Arenig and Berwyn mountain ranges, the lake has superb views and plenty of wildlife you may spot during your swim. It is very popular with distance swimmers and hosts an extremely popular annual event – The Big Bala swim. The Big Bala Swim offers 1.