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A Sense of Place:
As with any ancient borough, Criccieth has a rich and colourful past which still influences the present day. No need to be a history nut to enjoy exploring the sites and sights of historical interest in Criccieth.
Criccieth Castle
Telephone (01766) 522227
The 13th century ruin with an exhibition in the entrance. There is more than enough written about Criccieth Castle, as any quick web search shows. In the care of Cadw Welsh Historic Monuments, there is an admission charge Easter to October.
Y Dinas
The rocky outcrop with a flagpole inland from the Castle is free for the sure-of-foot to climb. It rewards the energetic with a wonderful panoramic view of the Castle, Criccieth, Snowdonia and the whole of the Cambrian Coast as far as the eye can see.
The Criccieth Heritage Trail
A good way of getting really well acquainted with the town. It will take a full day at a leisurely pace or can be dipped into a bit at a time.
Published by the Eifionydd Historical Society, which also holds interesting talks and lectures on local as well as more general topics (see posters & local press for details).
Lloyd George Museum,
Boyhood Home & Riverside Grave
Information telephone: (01766) 522071
Opening days and times depend on the time of year.
This flamboyant 20th century Liberal politician, nick-named The Welsh Wizard, grew up in a humble cottage in Llanystumdwy, before studying law as an articled clerk to his uncle in Porthmadog.
An eventful political career first as Member of Parliament for Caernarvon and later as Prime Minister, eventually brought him home as Earl of Dwyfor and to a romantic grave on the banks of the River Dwyfor.
See an innovative exhibition with many artefacts, film footage and the Lloyd George "Talking Head".
And there are still people around Criccieth today who can truly both say and sing; "Lloyd George knew my father. Father knew Lloyd George..."
St. Catherine's Church
Information telephone: (01766) 523222
Visitors welcome. Opening times vary. Key available.
This is the parish church dating back to medieval times. The Bishop Gwilym Rooms are used for community meetings and other events.
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