Nature

Bodnant Garden is hosting a folklore-inspired autumn trail, blending folklore, adventure and play

Bodnant Garden hosting folklore-inspired autumn trail

Crossing over the new Pont Sanffraid bridge.

Crossing over the new Pont Sanffraid bridge.

Local government

We walked the new Llandudno Junction to Glan Conwy active travel route - what’s next?

Humboldt penguin at the Welsh Mountain Zoo.

Humboldt penguin at the Welsh Mountain Zoo.

Welsh Mountain Zoo to close for two days as Storms Austen and Boelo hit

Scaled-down dog ban approved for Rhos on Sea beach - this is what it means

The relocation of the sea lions is part of the zoo's long-term, welfare-led plans.

The relocation of the sea lions is part of the zoo's long-term, welfare-led plans.

Update on Welsh Mountain Zoo’s last remaining sea lion Monty

Rhos on Sea beach dog ban scaled back after 65 per cent oppose year-round restriction

Mabel had been part of life at Welsh Mountain Zoo for many years.

Mabel had been part of life at Welsh Mountain Zoo for many years.

Welsh Mountain Zoo’s oldest chimpanzee who ‘took everything in her stride’ dies

The Bog Grass Moth (Crambus silvella) was found at Cors Geirch National Nature Reserve

The Bog Grass Moth (Crambus silvella) was found at Cors Geirch National Nature Reserve

Rare Bog Grass Moth discovered in North Wales

Sofia and Cali are settling in well to their new home at Colchester Zoo.

Sofia and Cali are settling in well to their new home at Colchester Zoo.

Mother and daughter sea lions from Welsh Mountain Zoo take first dip at new home

Keepers keep a close eye on the sea lions.

Keepers keep a close eye on the sea lions.

WATCH: Mum and daughter sea lions leave Welsh Mountain Zoo for new chapter

Margays have been part of Welsh Mountain Zoo since 2007.

Margays have been part of Welsh Mountain Zoo since 2007.

Win the chance to unlock Welsh Mountain Zoo before it opens on Halloween!

UK homeowners are being warned about a predicted rise in the number of rats in the UK this autumn, following a hot summer that provided ideal breeding conditions for the pests

UK homeowners are being warned about a predicted rise in the number of rats in the UK this autumn, following a hot summer that provided ideal breeding conditions for the pests

UK homeowners warned of rat 'plague' this autumn as sightings set to soar

At 14 years old, the tiger is considered geriatric, making proactive monitoring particularly important.

At 14 years old, the tiger is considered geriatric, making proactive monitoring particularly important.

Elderly tiger Kinnara undergoes detailed health check at Welsh Mountain Zoo

People can enjoy free entry to Bodnant Garden on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13.

People can enjoy free entry to Bodnant Garden on Saturday, September 12 and Sunday, September 13.

Fancy exploring one of North Wales' most famous gardens for free this weekend?

For the first time in around 200 years, a Przewalski’s horse foal has been born in the Central Steppe. The Welsh Mountain Zoo are celebrating the conservation milestone.

For the first time in around 200 years, a Przewalski’s horse foal has been born in the Central Steppe. The Welsh Mountain Zoo are celebrating the conservation milestone.

Welsh Mountain Zoo celebrates Przewalski's horse conservation milestone

Species monitoring will map the impact of the project works on nature's recovery in the Nant Ffrancon valley

Species monitoring will map the impact of the project works on nature's recovery in the Nant Ffrancon valley

Major nature restoration scheme underway in one of Wales’ most dramatic landscapes

The zoo shared a special archive photograph of an adult sea lion with a pup to mark the upcoming end of an era occasion.

The zoo shared a special archive photograph of an adult sea lion with a pup to mark the upcoming end of an era occasion.

60 years of memories as Welsh Mountain Zoo sea lions prepare for final splash

The sea lions at the Welsh Mountain Zoo are moving to Colchester Zoo.

The sea lions at the Welsh Mountain Zoo are moving to Colchester Zoo.

Much-loved Welsh Mountain Zoo sea lions to give final demonstration

Welsh Mountain Zoo CEO Chris Mitchell shared more details on why the much-loved sea lions will be starting a new chapter, as well as what this means for them and the future of the zoo.

Welsh Mountain Zoo CEO Chris Mitchell shared more details on why the much-loved sea lions will be starting a new chapter, as well as what this means for them and the future of the zoo.

Welsh Mountain Zoo reveals what animals will move into sea lions' former home

Kirsty captured this brilliant photo of a dolphin, a mother and calf, in Llandudno waters, with Llandudno Pier in the background.

Kirsty captured this brilliant photo of a dolphin, a mother and calf, in Llandudno waters, with Llandudno Pier in the background.

WATCH: Magical dolphin encounter for keen photographer during Llandudno boat trip!

It has been recognised that the sea lions' existing habitat is no longer suitable.

It has been recognised that the sea lions' existing habitat is no longer suitable.

60-year chapter to come to an end at Welsh Mountain Zoo as sea lions move home

An otter was caught on camera at Conwy Harbour. It was the first time Harbour Master Matt Forbes had seen an otter in 14 years.

An otter was caught on camera at Conwy Harbour. It was the first time Harbour Master Matt Forbes had seen an otter in 14 years.

Rare otter sighting at Conwy Harbour captured on camera by harbour team

Twin red panda cubs have been born to resident red panda Hop and JinJin at the Welsh Mountain Zoo.

Twin red panda cubs have been born to resident red panda Hop and JinJin at the Welsh Mountain Zoo.

WATCH: Adorable red panda twins born at Welsh Mountain Zoo!

Rhossi being weighed and measured and inspected for his Fit to Fly certification on August 2 2026. Now a weighing over 20 kg and a length of 77 cm

Rhossi being weighed and measured and inspected for his Fit to Fly certification on August 2 2026. Now a weighing over 20 kg and a length of 77 cm

Rare turtle rescued on North Wales beach set to make 5,000 mile journey home

Rhaeadr Fawr, better known as Aber Falls

Rhaeadr Fawr, better known as Aber Falls

Aber Falls named as the best family walk in Wales

Gwynedd named the best place in Wales for adventure in new UK-wide ranking

Sponge investigations were carried out in Conwy Bay and the Menai Strait

Sponge investigations were carried out in Conwy Bay and the Menai Strait

Natural Resources Wales

Fresh insights into Wales marine habitats as studies highlight key threats

Big cat spotted in the Trofarth area of Conwy.

Big cat spotted in the Trofarth area of Conwy.

LOOK: Big cat sighted at 'favourite watering hole' in Conwy Valley

Conwy Nature Reserve.

Conwy Nature Reserve.

RSPB explains why it has introduced charges to enter its Conwy café

The zoo has welcomed five White Cockatoos

The zoo has welcomed five White Cockatoos

Welsh Mountain Zoo unveils its newest feathered residents

An otter was caught on camera for the first time at Bodnant Garden (screengrab)

An otter was caught on camera for the first time at Bodnant Garden (screengrab)

WATCH: Otter caught on camera for first time at world-famous Conwy Valley garden

Mango, who quickly became a much-loved member of the Welsh Mountain Zoo, has died unexpectedly.

Mango, who quickly became a much-loved member of the Welsh Mountain Zoo, has died unexpectedly.

Heartbreak as Welsh Mountain Zoo capybara Mango dies unexpectedly

Special visitor to RSPB Conwy - The West Reef Heron

Special visitor to RSPB Conwy - The West Reef Heron

Incredibly rare bird draws more than 1,000 visitors to RSPB Conwy reserve

Penguins in Welsh Mountain Zoo.

Penguins in Welsh Mountain Zoo.

Keeping cool at the Welsh Mountain Zoo during Wales’ warmest week

Jonni Price from RSPB Conwy took this photo of the beautiful Western Reef Heron

Jonni Price from RSPB Conwy took this photo of the beautiful Western Reef Heron

200 join Conwy parkrun as it returns to RSPB start line but rare bird steals show!

Velella velella, commonly known as by-the-wind sailors, have been spotted on beaches across Anglesey, Gwynedd, and Tenby.

Velella velella, commonly known as by-the-wind sailors, have been spotted on beaches across Anglesey, Gwynedd, and Tenby.

'Beautiful' blue sea creatures spotted on North Wales beaches - are they dangerous?

Eurasian Brown Bear at the Welsh Mountain Zoo

Eurasian Brown Bear at the Welsh Mountain Zoo

How dads can get free entry this Father’s Day at the Welsh Mountain Zoo

The new male capybara at the Welsh Mountain Zoo now has a name! The new resident is classed as the world’s largest rodent.

The new male capybara at the Welsh Mountain Zoo now has a name! The new resident is classed as the world’s largest rodent.

Welsh Mountain Zoo names new capybara after public fundraiser!

The Little Bitty Farm and Campsite earned a near-perfect Pitchup score and is now rated one of the best UK campsites to visit

The Little Bitty Farm and Campsite earned a near-perfect Pitchup score and is now rated one of the best UK campsites to visit

North Wales campsite named among UK’s best with near-perfect Pitchup rating

Laburnum Arch at Bodnant Garden.

Laburnum Arch at Bodnant Garden.

Cultural attractions

Golden memory: My sun‑soaked walk through Conwy’s world-famous Laburnum Arch

The meerkats absolutely love the sunshine!

The meerkats absolutely love the sunshine!

Full tummies, sun-soaked! Meerkats bask in heat at Welsh Mountain Zoo

May's second full moon, the Blue Moon, will be visible this weekend

May's second full moon, the Blue Moon, will be visible this weekend

Rare Blue Moon to be visible over the UK this week – when and how to see it

26-year-old chimpanzee at Welsh Mountain Zoo relocated following recommendation

On the Saturday, the zoo will officially open its capybara habitat

On the Saturday, the zoo will officially open its capybara habitat

Welsh Mountain Zoo marks 63rd birthday with £10 ticket weekend

Conwy castle with a black panther inset.

Conwy castle with a black panther inset.

Big cat sightings

Two ‘puma’ sightings days apart spark fresh big cat mystery in Conwy

The Colwyn Bay zoo has officially welcomed a seven-month-old capybara, the world’s largest rodent

The Colwyn Bay zoo has officially welcomed a seven-month-old capybara, the world’s largest rodent

Welsh Mountain Zoo launches fundraising campaign to name new resident!

Three North Wales gardens named among the best in the country

The smooth-hound found washed up on Towyn Beach

The smooth-hound found washed up on Towyn Beach

Dramatic rescue as family finds live shark stranded on beach

Could Hollywood legend Tom Cruise make the visit to Conwy to take a trip on Orca II?

Could Hollywood legend Tom Cruise make the visit to Conwy to take a trip on Orca II?

Steven Spielberg

Mission possible? Conwy Jaws boat draws interest from one of world's biggest stars!

AquaTour will launch from Rhos in May!

AquaTour will launch from Rhos in May!

New boat adventures promising waves, wildlife and scenery launching from Rhos!

Mum and baby are enjoying the fresh air and settling into life in the field together

Mum and baby are enjoying the fresh air and settling into life in the field together

Heart-stealing baby alpaca makes cutest debut at Manorafon Farm Park

Residents in Gyffin, Conwy, are opposed to plans for a major new housing estate on the edge of Conwy. Beech Developments (NW) Ltd, on behalf of housing group Adra are consulting on proposals for 95 affordable properties..

Residents in Gyffin, Conwy, are opposed to plans for a major new housing estate on the edge of Conwy. Beech Developments (NW) Ltd, on behalf of housing group Adra are consulting on proposals for 95 affordable properties..

Councillor leads fight to stop 95‑home plan on ‘Special Landscape Area’ in Conwy

Sacha with bunny - Florence

Sacha with bunny - Florence

A care home - for rabbits! North Wales farm park to open bunny retirement village

Mum and cub-close up

Mum and cub-close up

Welsh Mountain Zoo offering free entry this Mother's Day weekend