Autumnal Things to do in North Wales
Looking for things to do this Autumn? Be sure to stop by your local Zip World adventure park for activities and adrenaline experiences the whole family will enjoy, come rain or shine.
Autumn’s well and truly landed, and luckily, the adventure doesn’t stop at Zip World just because the summer’s over. Make the most of our quieter parks and autumn rates with the 4 best adventures at Zip World adventure parks in North Wales this autumn.
Velocity: The world's fastest zip line in Bethesda, North Wales
For just £99 this season, fly 100mph on the world’s fastest zip line in the iconic Penrhyn Quarry. Soar over the stunning blue lake and breeze through the fresh autumnal air alongside up to 3 other people. A bit of rain won’t spoil the fun, you can still fly Velocity come rain or shine – just wear a waterproof and let’s get flying!
Reach speeds of up to 100mph
Suitable for adults and brave children over 1.2m in height
Experience takes approx. an hour and a half
Fully-guided adventure
Includes a little zip, the big zip, and a ride in an ex-military truck to the top of the mountain
Feel the freedom of flight on the world’s fastest zip line
Fforest Coaster: The UK's first alpine coaster in Betws-y-Coed, North Wales
Hop aboard your sledge and ascend through the beautiful woodland of Zip World Betws-y-Coed. As the orange leaves fall around you, you’ll make a stunning uphill climb through the trees, along a 300m track, before zooming back down the remaining 700m.
Shared sledge option available (restrictions apply)
Ages 3+
Optional built-in brakes for nervous adventurers
Open year-round, with rain covers available
Enjoy precious family time on the Fforest Coaster
Deep Mine Tour: A tour through slate caverns in Llechwedd, North Wales
Take a seat in our cable railway to descend 500ft, before stepping back in time on this atmospheric, unforgettable tour. Led by one of our knowledgeable guides, you’ll learn everything there is to know about Llechwedd’s rich history as one of the world’s largest slate quarries. On this tour you’ll:
Encounter artifacts, story-time projections, huge slate chambers, and even an underground lake
You're in safe hands with our knowledgeable guides - feel free to ask questions throughout the tour
This experience is suitable for anyone of walking ability
Fully weather-proof
Hard-hat provided
Explore the depths with a Deep Mine Tour
Bounce Below: Trampoline-style nets in the caverns of Llechwedd, North Wales
Set within a huge slate cavern, you’ll encounter layers upon layers of trampoline-style nets that will keep you and the kids entertained, without a doubt! Escape the autumn weather with this fully-underground experience, which is the perfect rainy-day activity for the whole family.
4 layers of bouncy nets, and 6 bouncy zones to explore
Suitable for adults and children over 1m in height
1 hour per session
Spectator area available
Hard-hat provided
Fully weather-proof
Bouncy fun with the whole family in an underground cavern
Don’t wait for a sunny day to get the adventure started – Zip World adventures are either weather-proof, or perfectly set-up to operate on those rainy autumn days! Grab a coat and let’s get adventuring.



