by road
Connected to the motorway via the M53, M54 or M56. The A55 Expressway makes access to the coast easy.
The A5 to the Midlands
The A470 to South Wales
by air
Anglesey Airport
Tel: 0870 777 0915
Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Tel: 08707 508484
Manchester International Airport Tel: 0161 489 3000
Birmingham International Airport Tel: 08707 335511
by rail
Fast rail services link London (Euston) with the coast and serve the University City of Bangor and Holyhead, the gateway to Ireland. Rail services from London Euston and local train enquires Tel: 0870 608 2 608
by sea
Irish Ferries: Holyhead to Dublin, Tel: 08705 17 17 17
(General Enquiries) Stena Line: Holyhead to Dun Laoghaire
Tel: 08705 204402
Welcome to North Wales 08
Culture and heritage within an hour of the City of Liverpool, whether you are a first time visitor to our area or have visited before, our dramatic north wales offers the perfect compliment to Liverpool 08.
The pick of cultural events!
Centre Stage: Events in the great outdoors of North Wales...
The Fringe: Local and distinctive.
Throughout 08: Departure points:
Llandudno,
Menai Bridge &
Caernarfon.
The 2008 sailing timetable is available from March onwards.
14 April - 31 May: This exhibition features 12 suitcases each containing a speaker telling an individual story about the Welsh experience in Liverpool. An illuminating way to explore and undertand more about those close Liverpool/North Wales connections.
2 May - 7 June : A wealth of different cultural events from art exhibitions through to song and dance; many focusing on the special connections between Liverpool and North Wales.
17 - 18 May: ClayArt features an extensive and exciting variety of new work. From functional pots to sculpture, by over 70 of the UK's leading potters and ceramic artists.
Summer 08: This new dynamic centre for the applied arts will open its doors during summer 2008 housing three galleries, six artist studios, retail gallery and education and residency workshops.
3 June - 4 July : This play is a voyage of discovery from Wales through Liverpool and beyond to the New World.
5 - 6 June: A powerful play exploring the theme of evacuation to North Wales from Liverpool upon the outbreak of World War Two.
7 - 8 June: A vast array of local seafood including lobsters, crabs and scallops all fromthe clear waters of the Llŷn Peninsula.
13 - 15 June : Now in its 7th year, expect fabulous performances from all the favourite Abersoch regulars, plus lots of new bands and performances.
21 - 28 June: An eclectic mix of culture ranging from opera and classical music concerts through to plant fairs and public lectures from a number of distinguished speakers.
4 - 6 July: Celebrate the 20th year of the festival in style with Special Consensus from the USA, plus a wealth of other musicians and dance groups.
5 - 13 July: A celebration of music, poetry, dance and theatre all set in an atmospheric seaside setting.
8 - 13 July: The Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod is a world-renowned festival of music, song and dance. Competitors from more than fifty countries come together for one week to stand side by side through music.
17 - 27 July: 'The Edinburgh Fringe of Wales'. This week of events is eclectic, fast paced and fun!
26 July - 28 August : A unique opportunity to view rarely seen Beatles photography courtesy of the NPG at this North Wales stately home.
1 - 3 August: 3 days of cut-throat fun in this normally quiet corner of Anglesey. Expect fireworks, boat burning, live music and parades.
12 - 13 August: The Anglesey Agricultural Show is the main agricultural show in North Wales. As well as all the usual competitions for a wide variety of livestock there is a full programme of other activities and exhibitions.
13 - 17 August: Recognised as the world's most exciting jazz guitar event!
22 - 25 August : 4 nights of world class musical entertainment from opera through to rock. This years confirmed guests so far include: Boyzone, John Barrowman, Daniel Boys and Jodie, the winner of BBC 1's 'I'll Do Anything'.
30 August - 11 September: An exhibition examining the long standing links between North Wales and the city of Liverpool.
13 - 14 September: A celebration of architecture and heritage. View some fantastic local treasures on a heritage tour.
13 - 14 September: A celebration of architecture and heritage. View some fantastic local treasures on a heritage tour.
20 - 21 September: A celebration of architecture and heritage. View some fantastic local treasures on a heritage tour.
20 - 21 September: With visits from celebrity chefs, teen cuisine courses and fabulous food from across the region.
20 - 27 September: Bringing the finest international artists to North Wales, the festival offers beautiful music in the stunning surroundings of St. Asaph Cathedral.
25 - 28 September, 2 - 5 October & 9 -12 October: A wonderful chance to experience the private world of artists and makers. Throughout Conwy, Denbighshire and Flintshire
10 - 12 October: Broadening the theme this year to encompass not only oysters, but the wide range of other fabulous food on the island.
18 -19 October: A major event in the Welsh food diary held at the Royal International Pavilion.
25 - 26 October: North Wales' largest food festival will once again fill this historic walled town with the best in foodie delights.
8 November: 2008 will see choirs from all over the UK and Ireland taking part in the festival's 21st anniversary.
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