Plan the ultimate Zip World staycation
If you’re planning an adventure-filled break in North Wales but want comfort, great food, and a relaxing place to return to each evening, basing yourself at Tyn-y-Coed Inn is the perfect solution. From here, you’re ideally positioned to explore all three North Wales Zip World sites while enjoying the charm of one of Eryri’s (Snowdonia’s) most picturesque villages. Here’s how to plan the ultimate three-day adventure with Tyn-y-Coed as your base.
Why stay at the Tyn-y-Coed?
Located in Capel Curig inside the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia), Tyn-y-Coed offers the perfect balance between adventure and relaxation.
- Comfortable en-suite rooms
- A welcoming pub and restaurant serving hearty meals
- On-site parking for customers
- Easy road access to all three Zip World sites
- A peaceful countryside setting surrounded by mountains and woodland
It’s ideal for couples, groups of friends, or families wanting adrenaline by day and comfort by night.
Day 1: Zip World Betws-y-Coed
Distance from Tyn-y-Coed: Approx 12 mins by car.
Start close to home at Zip World Betws-y-Coed, set within beautiful woodland just outside the village.
Must-try adventures
Fforest Coaster - An alpine coaster twisting through the forest at speed.
Zip Safari - A treetop zip line course with crossings and aerial obstacles.
Skyride - One of Europe’s biggest swings for serious adrenaline seekers.
Plummet - A freefall drop experience that tests your nerve.
Treetop Nets - Suspended bouncy nets.
Tiny Trek and Tree Hoppers - Perfect for younger adventurers.
After a full day in the forest canopy, return to Tyn-y-Coed for a well-earned dinner and relaxed evening in the pub.
Day 2: Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Distance from Tyn-y-Coed: Approx 18 mins by car.
Next, head north to Zip World Penrhyn Quarry near Bethesda - home to some of the UK’s most iconic adrenaline experiences set against a dramatic slate landscape.
Top adventures:
Velocity - The world’s fastest zip line, reaching speeds of over 100 mph.
Aero Explorer - A zip line rollercoaster-style ride above the quarry.
Quarry Karts - Gravity-powered downhill karts.
Quarry Flyer - A smaller zip line suitable for families.
Penrhyn Quarry Tour - Learn about the quarry’s fascinating industrial history.
After soaring across the quarry lake, return for a relaxing evening meal and perhaps a short riverside walk before bed.
Day 3: Zip World Llechwedd
Distance from Tyn-y-Coed: Approx 26 mins by car.
Finish your staycation at Zip World Llechwedd in Blaenau Ffestiniog, where adventure meets heritage inside historic slate caverns.
Underground adventures not to miss
Caverns - A high-ropes challenge set within a cavern environment.
Bounce Below - Giant subterranean trampoline-style nets suspended underground.
Underground Golf - A unique underground twist on a classic game.
Deep Mine & Quarry Tours - Discover the mining history that shaped the region.
Titan - A sit-down zip line with striking quarry views.
It’s a completely different atmosphere from the forest and quarry experiences making it the perfect way to round off your trip.
The perfect balance of adventure and convenience
Using Tyn-y-Coed as your base means:
- No repacking or changing accommodation
- Comfortable evenings after high-energy days
- A central location between all three sites
- Easy access to Betws-y-Coed’s shops, cafés, and scenic walking routes
- You get the thrill of North Wales’s most exciting attractions by day and the warmth of a traditional Welsh inn by night.
A Zip World staycation in North Wales is unlike any other UK break. In just three days, you can experience woodland zip lines, speeds over a slate quarry, and underground cavern adventures all while staying in one welcoming base. With the Tyn-y-Coed as your hub, you don’t just visit North Wales but have the whole experience.
