North Wales is home to some of the most stunning landscapes in the country with vast beaches, rolling hills and mountainous peaks. In between these vistas are an abundance of properties including town houses, cottages, manors and castles. Strutt and Parker’s properties in the North Wales area are managed by our team nearby in Cheshire who offer a great range of services such as residential sales, planning, building surveying and land management.
North Wales is a place of varying terrain, making the search for the right area an important one – whether it be the countryside, the coast, the mountain regions or the towns, there’s something here for everyone. Much of the North Wales area is made up of natural spaces including the Snowdonia National Park, Coed y Brenin Forest Park and Gwydir Forest Park.
North Wales is renowned for its reputation as a great area for educational facilities, schools (public and private) and universities. Some of the top primary schools include Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School, Golftyn Primary School and Westwood Primary School. The St Gerards School Trust in Bangor is an independent school for all ages from primary education to sixth form. There are also a number of secondary schools including Rydal Penrhos School (a boarding and day school) which is situated in the beautiful Colwyn Bay. Elsewhere, the likes of Alun School, St Brigid’s School and Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen School all are considered to be among the best in the North Wales area.
North Wales is home to a range of varied residents from all different walks of life. Families love North Wales because of the schools, outdoor lifestyle and strong, safe communities, while professionals increasingly choose the region for its quality of life and growing opportunities for remote and flexible working. The area is also particularly popular with those looking to relocate from larger urban centres in search of more space and a more relaxed pace of life.
When it comes to shopping, North Wales really does have something for everyone, from independent boutiques and local producers to larger shopping centres in towns such as Llandudno, Bangor and Wrexham. Local markets remain an important part of community life, while specialist food shops, galleries and independent boutiques mean there’s always something new and unique to be discovered.
North Wales is a great food destination for anyone looking for delicious food showcasing the areas best local produce, with its coastline, farmland and local producers supplying an abundance of high-quality ingredients. Fresh seafood, Welsh lamb, artisan cheese and locally grown produce are all seen frequently across the region's restaurants, cafés and traditional pubs. From waterfront dining to cosy village inns, the food scene offers something for every kind of event.
The North Wales landscape has a large variety of activities to get involved in, and a rich culture and history to uncover. Locals can enjoy walking in Eryri National Park, sailing along the Menai Strait, golfing on championship links courses and exploring miles of coastal paths. Historic castles, heritage railways, gardens and nature reserves provide opportunity for year-round exploration, while a booked calendar of festivals and sporting events helps maintain the region's strong community feel.
There are many train stations throughout the North Wales region, many of these destinations can be reached directly or via nearby Liverpool which is connected to many nationwide destinations. Bangor and Llanfairpwll are the main stations in the North West region, whereas Rhyl, Flint cover the coastal regions. London is easily accessed with a 3 hour journey time.
The M6 runs along the North Wales Eastern borders which gives those travelling via car an easy route to Liverpool in the North as well as Birmingham and the more Southerly regions of Wales. In North Wales itself, the A55 runs across the coast through the most popular towns in the region and cuts off into Snowdonia via the A5.
Holyhead serves as a major gateway to Ireland, with regular ferry services operating to Dublin throughout the year. Local bus networks connect towns, villages, and rural communities across the region, while Liverpool and Manchester airports are also within easy reach from many parts of North Wales
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