Trefriw
A Victorian spa village and a working woollen mill.
Trefriw is a small village on the west side of the Conwy valley that grew as a Victorian spa around its chalybeate wells, and still runs a working woollen mill powered by the river. Above it the Gwydir Forest and a chain of hill lakes climb towards the mountains.
Staying near Trefriw
A quiet, characterful valley base with the forest and lakes immediately behind and Betws-y-Coed and Conwy both a short drive away.
What's here
The Trefriw Woollen Mill and the spa wells; the walk up to Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd in the hills above; and the forest tracks of Gwydir.
When to visit
Spring to autumn for the lakes and forest walks; the mill is a year-round wet-weather option.
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Common questions
What is Trefriw known for?
Trefriw is known for its working woollen mill, water-powered on the river, and for its Victorian spa heritage based on iron-rich chalybeate wells. Above the village, the hill lakes of Crafnant and Geirionydd and the Gwydir Forest offer excellent walking.
What walks are there near Trefriw?
The standout walks from Trefriw climb into the hills to Llyn Crafnant and Llyn Geirionydd, two scenic lakes ringed by forest and crag, with a circular route linking them. The wider Gwydir Forest offers many quieter tracks and old mine paths.