Where can I go in Wales?

[NeverYouMind123]

Want to escape and clear my head for a few days. Looking for somewhere I can walk but not too isolated as I'll be on my own and want to feel safe etc. Some greenery and waterfalls maybe. A few shops and cafes to potter around in would be nice?

I'm leaning towards Llandudno. I'd love Pembrokeshire but that's a bit far West. Is Llandudno quite good for both walks and shops? I can't really tell by pictures x

Rhayader, try Nannerth farm, the loft has fantastic views. Lots of lovely walks in the Elan Valley. You also badger watch in the tree house at the farm.

Betws y coed all day Long it's my escape of reality lovely walks that you can get lost in your mind on, nice little pubs for drinks and food,

Barmouth is the starting point for some classic walks, especially around the Mawddach Estuary and towards Dolgellau, and the famous Barmouth Panorama Walk, worth a google @NeverYouMind123, to see if they are what you fancy.

Llandudno is a Victorian seaside town. Mainly hotels along the front with the shops/theatre behind. Good selection of chain and independent shops. Walks up the Orme give great views. Maybe out of season for the train up there. Often seals in the bays.
Can highly recommend Dylans if you fancy a great meal.

Crickhowell! Stay at the Bear.

Hay on Wye; great independent shops and loads of good bookshops, great cafes, walks up Hay Bluff and Twmpa or along the Wye Valley walk, or the whole of the Brecon Beacons to choose from. Loads of nice places to stay too.

Llandudno is a good base. The Orme is lovely for walk. I do recommend Bedd Gelet or Betws Y Coed as a day trip from there.

Crickhowell! Stay at the Bear

Crickhowell was hit really badly by flooding a couple of weeks ago so I would bear that in mind as they'll still be cleaning up. (The Bear have posted on social media this week though to remind people they're still there!)

Borth is not Brum-on-Sea at this time of year and I had the impression OP might be planning the trip quite soon.

Ruthin - and walk up Moel famau

I second Aberaeron. There are some amazing beaches not too far away too.

"The areas [Barmouth and Borth] aren't that pretty, not the day tripping brummies. "

That's a matter of opinion isn't it. I find them pretty.

You can do a fab walk/cycle from Barmouth to Dolgellau along a very well maintained flat path. (Or the opposite way) It’s stunningly beautiful and there is a brilliant cafe in Dolgellau.

Cross post with @AdaColeman

You'll enjoy Llandudno. You can walk along the pier, and then go up the Great Orme (there's a bus if the trams and tourist train aren't running at this time of year). Go to the Rest and Be Thankful cafe for Welsh cake and a cappuccino. Someone else has mentioned Dylan's on the seafront for dinner. You can go to the Little Orme and walk round to Angel Bay to see the seals.

Conwy is worth a trip from Llandudno, wonderful castle and cosy pubs.

Pembrokeshire.
Snowdonia, Pensarn near Hallech.
Isle of Anglesey

Barmouth is beautiful and as for it and Borth being full of day tripping Brummies, I think that’s rather rude.
Wales as a whole, especially mid and North Wales, are popular with Midlanders, who support the economy of seaside towns and tourist attractions.
I’m from the very edge of the Black Country (and therefore not a Brummie!) and I love Tywyn, Barmouth and that whole area.

That was to RightestPersonOnMN by the way - who clearly isn’t

@FreezerBird oh no, I hadn't realised! That's a shame, it's such a wonderful place.

Porthmadog is nice and there's a Dylan's there too - great restaurant!

Brecon. You can walk up Pen y Fan and there are a number of circular walks that take in waterfalls

Anglesey.

I love Llandudno but it might not be to everyone’s taste.

Barmouth is a beautiful seaside town with lovely shops, bars, restaurants and a fabulous beach. Yes, lots of people from the Midlands visit the town, and why shouldn't they? They support the local traders and tourist attractions. I'm glad that people want to go to the seaside in Wales. I was in Barmouth yesterday, after visiting Harlech Castle (all castles are free to visit on St David's day) and it was lovely.

Why might Llandudno not be to everyone's taste?