This is a well- considered and well-thought out RSPB site.

I’ll go in order of a general visit:

Parking: free and tonnes of it! Gates close at 17:00

Reception and shop: there’s the usual knock knacks like books and keyrings but there’s a wide range of these, and some high quality things like good chocolates and great gift ideas. There’s also lots of bird feeders, seed, binoculars and monoscopes and such. Plus, the staff are friendly and very knowledgeable!

Next there’s a small sandpit playground for small kids, a climbing frame and slide etc. and this sits close to the cafe.

In the cafe, they serve ready made sandwiches and lots of cakes and biscuits, all homemade by a local business I think. Theres nice views out and it’s a good spot for a cheapish drink (two lattes and a slice of very nice Bara Brith was £8)

Walking around the RSPB there’s good paths all around, lots of hides, lots of foliage and when you get round to the lake, lots of open space and great views to Snowdonia. Some parts seem a little shabby in the bushes and round the paths, but most of it is beautiful and rustic! A walk around takes about an hour at a leisurely pace, stopping at the hides, etc.

We loved it! If this helped, give it a like so others see it 😉