spooky or cosy? six Spots to Visit This October

There’s something special about autumn in North Wales - golden leaves swirling through Conwy Valley, the scent of woodsmoke in the air, and that little hint of Halloween mystery around every corner. Whether you’re chasing ghost stories or just the perfect pumpkin spice latte, here are six local spots to explore during your October stay at Tan Y Bryn Glamping.

1. CONWY CASTLE

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Just a short drive from Tan Y Bryn, Conwy Castle looms over the estuary with centuries of stories tucked into its stone walls. By day, it’s a spectacular medieval fortress with sweeping coastal views. By dusk, it’s a little more spine-tingling - locals say the ghost of a guard still patrols the battlements.

Top tip: bring a flask of hot chocolate and watch the sunset fall over the walls.

2. Bodnant Garen

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When the crisp autumn air rolls in, Bodnant Garden, located in the Conwy Valley near Colwyn Bar, turns into a masterpiece of colour. Wander through fiery red acers, amber beech trees, and quiet garden paths beside mirror-like ponds. It’s peaceful, romantic, and insta-worthy this time of year - the perfect escape for nature lovers after a night under the stars at the glampsite.

3. Great Orme

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Take a drive or tram up the Great Orme in Llandudno - a stone’s throw away from our glamping site. The limestone headland is stunning in autumn, when the heather turns purple and the sea looks steel-blue below. But this isn’t the spooky part. You can explore the Great Orme Copper Mines - some of the oldest in the world - which are said to have mysterious echoes and whispers deep underground.

4. The Smallest House in Great Britain

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This tiny red house tucked against Conwy’s harbour wall might be small, but it’s big on charm (and a little eerie if you visit after dark).

Dating back to the 16th century, the house has its fair share of ghostly rumours. It’s quirky, cute, and makes for a perfect autumn photo stop.

5. Conwy’s Halloween Ghost Walks

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If you’re staying towards the end of October, don’t miss a local ghost walk through Conwy. Guides dressed in period costume share spine-chilling tales of smugglers, spirits, and strange happenings in the old town’s shadowy lanes. It’s family-friendly, fun, and just spooky enough to make you glad you’ve got a warm glamping pod to return to!

6. L’s Coffee & Bookshop, Conwy

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If your idea of heaven is curling up with a latte and a good read, L’s Coffee & Bookshop in Conwy is your spot. Wooden shelves, homemade cakes, and steaming mugs of local roast coffee make it the coziest hideaway on a blustery October afternoon. (Bonus points if you find a spooky classic to get into the Halloween spirit!)