We headed to North Wales last weekend for a family gathering with the Dobsons: 9 of us in total. We stayed in a fantastic cottage in a small village called Llansannan and made the most of the lovely bank holiday weather by lots of trips to the surrounding area; Zachary once again had a great time playing with his relatives. Here are the highlights:
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| Our spacious cottage, with games room, huge lounge, dining room and trampoline (Zachary's favourite)! |
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| Zachary has a bounce |
We journeyed on a windy but beautiful route into Snowdonia; Zachary wasn't too fussed...
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| Zachary fast asleep, sporting his favourite hairstyle |
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| Stunning views of Snowdonia |
After a short but steep walk, we reached Dolbadarn Castle - a great lookout point over the mountains.
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| Zachary is always happy in his baby rucksack, unless it's windy; fortunately, it wasn't too bad |
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| Wandering around the castle with Uncle Bar and Daddy |
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| Grandad Harry hides behind Zachary to avoid being in the photo |
We drove on to the island of Anglesey and couldn't resist stopping to show Zachary the boats.
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| Uncle Bar shows Zachary the boats and the view of the mainland from Anglesey |
Beaumaris castle on Anglesey has its own moat and we were able to walk along the top edge of the ruin for more great views.
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| The castle and the mainland |
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| Uncle Bar and Daddy show Zachary around |
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| Uncle Humphrey and Auntie Amanda like moats |
The following day (we won't mention the BBQ disaster of the previous evening), we headed to a local church and then later to a nearby reservoir for an archaeological walk; unfortunately, it was a little chilly.
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| Pushing the buggy along a stony path |
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| Zachary got a little angry at the wind so had his own wind break |
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| Not quite as warm as it looks |
On the Bank Holiday Monday, we packed everything up to leave and Zachary said his last goodbyes to the lovely house with the help of Grandad Harry...
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| One last go on the baby trampoline (there was also an adult one, but he preferred the small one) |
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| Climbing the stairs with Grandad |
We travelled into Denbigh on our final day in North Wales and enjoyed a visit to Denbigh Castle (my personal favourite, as it had lots of interesting nooks and crannies). It was extremely sunny and warm: how unusual for a Bank Holiday!
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| Amazing views from the top of the ruin |
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| The Dobsons gather for a photo |
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| We hadn't come prepared for such unusual weather in Wales, so Zachary had a makeshift muslin hat |
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| Uncle Humphrey, Auntie Amanda and Auntie Marilla enjoy exploring the ruin |
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| Enjoying the ride around the castle |
After a tasty picnic on the grass and a quick stop at a coffee shop, it was time to say our goodbyes. Thanks to Grandma Jeanette and Grandad Harry for organising such a brilliant holiday!
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