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Things to do in Bangor, Wales: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in Bangor, United Kingdom including Crochendy Bethesda Pottery, Penrhyn Castle, Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery, STORIEL, Stiwdio 9, Galeri 45, Bangor Arts Initiative Gallery.
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1. Crochendy Bethesda Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Handthrown Studio Pottery and Fine Art Gallery
2. Penrhyn Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,428 reviews
This 19th-century neo-Norman castle sits between Snowdonia and the Menai Strait. It's crammed with fascinating items, such as a one-ton slate bed made for Queen Victoria, elaborate carvings, plasterwork and mock-Norman furniture. In addition, it has an outstanding collection of paintings.The restored kitchens are a delight and the stable block houses a fascinating industrial railway museum.The 24.3 hectares (60 acres) of grounds include parkland, an exotic tree and shrub collection as well as a Victorian walled garden.
Reviewed By Scooteraande - Bergen, Norway
Visited this castle on recommendation from mother in law - beautiful grounds it is set in - when I first saw it I was not impressed with the outside appearance however this was soon changed when I went inside the house - what a beautiful maintained property by the national trust -the staff were excellent and explained about the appearance of the outside of the building due to the limestone - staff were very helpful and informative and the history of the castle was very interesting and how it came to be - built on the back of wealth and finally being surrendered due to death duties - the national trust works tirelessly to maintain and restore for our future generations - also plenty of information boards around the house nice to know all the belongings in the house were in the house when it was left. My husband and I had coffee twice in the coffee shop which was clean friendly staff light and airey - the connected railway museum is very informative in relation to local history - the gardens and grounds are beautiful to walk and stroll around in - staff yet again very informative this is a beautiful castle and a beautiful setting well worth a visit x
3. Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Gallery The gallery has a wide-ranging programme of exhibitions by local and international artists. Changing regularly, the gallery always offers inspiration. MuseumWelsh furniture, textiles, art, archaeology, social history items...Located in the former Canonry, the Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery, Bangor is brimming with stories from Gwynedd and surrounding area. The Roman Segontium sword, the Welsh Not, model of Telford’s suspension bridge, the King of Bardsey’s crown are just a few of the treasures you can enjoy. ShopThe shop sells a mix of unique hand-made crafts including ceramics, jewellery, greeting cards and prints. The Collectorplan Scheme, which is an interest free credit service, is available to individuals to purchase original and contemporary art and craft from both the gallery and shop.
Reviewed By paulhC3721OU - Birmingham, United Kingdom
Interesting and free stop to learn about North Wales and take in some local artists. Also, a very nice cafe Indeed!!
4. STORIEL
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By SnowdropGinger - Holyhead, United Kingdom
Visited Storiel for a photography exibition and enjoyed looking around the gallery at the photos and other exhibitions. The shop was well stocked with a variety of gifts to buy and many local crafts. Went to the cafe afterwards and had a lovely tuna melt on brown bread with a latte. Both myself and my friend enjoyed the experience very much.
5. Stiwdio 9
6. Galeri 45
Galeri45 is a gallery and art materials shop.Displaying local established and up and coming artists.Louise Morgan the owner of the gallery is an expressive landscape painter.Who is passionate about art and art materials ,the work exhibited is of high quality as are the art materials, but reasonably priced. There are 3 seperate gallery areas in the shop.There is a wide selection of art materials available at the shop , and ordering service if not in stock.Art prints ,art cards and photoprints also on sale.
