Bodysgallen Hall and Spa

Located just two miles from the Victorian seaside town of Llandudno, and 1 mile from Llandudno Junction railway station, Bodysgallen Hall is approached by a winding drive through meadows and parkland.

You will find all the modern comforts in the 15 individually decorated bedrooms (including four Principal Suites) in the main Hall or in the 16 cottage suites located in the garden court or near the Bodysgallen Spa.

Start the day at Bodysgallen Hall and Spa with a hearty Welsh breakfast in The Dining Room restaurant, also serving lunch and dinner. The South Dining Room, the Library, Bar and, on the first floor, the oak panelled Drawing Room are public rooms in the main Hall.

For pure relaxation and health benefits, venture to the Bodysgallen Spa with its swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna, steam room and Club Room.

HISTORY
A noble history? The name ‘Bodysgallen’ may mean either ‘house among thistles’ or ‘the abode of Cadwallon’, a 6th century chieftain. Bodysgallen Hall is a Grade 1 17th century house that has been skilfully and sympathetically restored by Historic House Hotels Limited since 1980 and given to the National Trust in 2008.

Bodysgallen is believed to have begun life as a watchtower during the building of Conwy Castle, probably in the 13th century, to warn of surprise attack. It was not until late in the Elizabethan era, when it was owned by Richard Mostyn, who served as High Sheriff of Caernarvonshire, that it became a residential house.

Through marriage this passed to the Wynn family and a tablet can be seen on the south-west gable bearing the initials of Robert and his wife Katherine Wynn “1620 R:W:K”.

Today you enter the oldest part of the house, the main hall, above which is the Drawing Room featuring a magnificent fireplace. Here you will find the 17th century coats of arms of the Mostyns, Wynns and Vaughans, which are also found in the stained glass windows in the Dining Room and main stairwell.

Bodysgallen Hall has gradually evolved over the centuries from modest hamlet to a large and comfortable country house, with restored and converted outbuildings, surrounded by one of the finest Arts and Crafts gardens in Wales.

A short history of Bodysgallen Hall has been written by Oliver Garnet detailing family connections and exploring Bodysgallen that can be purchased from the hotel reception.

THE GARDENS
Start exploring – the Lily Pond, the rare 17th century Parterre, the Rose Garden, Potager Garden, the Obelisk and a Gothic Folly. Bodysgallen Hall is surrounded by over 200 acres of its own parkland and beautiful gardens – both manicured and wild.

The gardens have been recognised for their award-winning restoration. Featured are the rare 17th century parterre of box hedges filled with sweet smelling herbs, at the centre of which is a sundial dated 1678, natural limestone outcrops, a rockery with water cascade, walled gardens, lily pond and several follies.

There is also a formal rose garden and a number of well-established specimen trees and shrubs, including medlar and mulberry. Beyond the walled rose garden is the potager garden, which is not only ornamental with box hedge borders, but produces much of the organic fruit, vegetables and herbs incorporated in Chef’s seasonal menus.

Various springs traverse the parklands and there are several woodland walks such as the Terrace Walk, the Ladies Walk, the Eastern Covert Walk that leads to a gothic tower and the Pydew Village Walk that leads to the obelisk on top of Pydew mountain.

Explore these walks and discover points where you can enjoy outstanding views across to the River Conwy, the Castle and medieval town, the Great and Little Orme, and the ruins of Deganwy Castle. Maps of these walks are available at Reception.

ACCOMMODATION
Accommodation at Bodysgallen includes 31 rooms and suites; 15 located in the main house and 16 cottages in the grounds, all individually designed in a traditional country house style and thoughtfully furnished with antiques and fine prints and paintings.

PRINCIPAL SUITES
Stay in one of our luxurious Principal Suites in the main house – the Mostyn, Vaughan, Conwy, or Lady Augusta. Our Principal Suites are located in the main Hall and are furnished with a king-size double bed (the Vaughan Suite has a queen-size four-poster), with ensuite bathroom and separate Sitting Room.

The Principal Suites have views out over the gardens and parkland. The Principal Suites are the Conwy Suite, Lady Augusta Suite, Mostyn Suite and Vaughan Suite. They get their names from either former residents or families connected to Bodysgallen, or for the view of Conwy Castle in the case of the Conwy Suite.

BEDROOMS IN THE MAIN HOUSE
Each bedroom has its own charm and character. Furnished with your comfort in mind, and with views over the gardens and parkland.

Located on the first and second floors of the main house and characterised by stone mullioned windows and stained glass panels, our eleven guest bedrooms are individually decorated and furnished in a traditional country house style with fine prints and collectable ornaments. The main house bedrooms fall into superior and classic categories.

HALL COTTAGES
The Hall Cottages are clustered around a secluded courtyard garden, whose focal point is a romantic seated niche overlooking the C17th Parterre. Rambling roses adorn the stone walls, and the cottage doorways blend effortlessly into an enchanting backdrop of year round colour and interest.

The Hall Cottages offer added privacy, some cottages have their own garden, while others look onto the secluded cottage garden. They are located close to the main Hall.

The Hall Cottages have delightful names, that include Dove, Byre, Pineapple, Gingerbread, Mill, Bailiffs, New and Park. Some cottages are suitable for guests with dogs.

SPA COTTAGES
An ideal hide-away for a romantic break, pampering weekend or base from which to discover the glorious surrounds. Adapted from former farm buildings, our six Spa Cottages look out onto parkland and meadows, and are located close to the Bodysgallen Spa.

These individually furnished cottages have their own character and offer privacy and a little independence from the main hotel, which is accessed by the tarmac driveway or a fairly steep pathway.

Cottage accommodation varies; studio cottages feature a large room with sitting area, while the superior cottages have a separate sitting room. All of them provide tea/coffee making facilities or you can call for room service and enjoy treats from our kitchen.

FAMILIES
Our Cottages offer a greater degree of privacy and some have a private garden, ideal for families to be together. Pineapple Lodge and The Smithy have two double bedrooms, bathroom, sitting room, separate tea/coffee making area with a small fridge.

Byre Cottage has a queen double, two single gallery rooms, sitting/dining room, two bathrooms, basic kitchen, own enclosed garden. Bodysgallen welcomes children over 6 years in the hotel and between 8-16 years at set swimming times in the Spa when accompanied by an adult.

Swimming times for hotel residents between the ages of 8-16 years: Daily between 10am–11am and 4pm–5pm

DOGS WELCOME!
With wonderful walks through park and woodland, this is an ideal break for you and your dog. We want your dog to enjoy their stay as much as you do, and some of our cottage suites are suited for this. We supply a bed, water bowl, snacks and those all-important little bags.

We do not charge for dogs but we do ask that your dog is well behaved and you are respectful towards other guests at the hotel, who may not be as dog friendly as us. Dogs are welcome in appointed cottages and footpaths surrounding the estate.

WINE & DINE
Relax in style and enjoy imaginative food prepared from the best and freshest local produce. We welcome children over the age of 6 years. Country house hospitality at its best – award-winning menus using seasonal produce from our own gardens, and a notable wine list to complement.

The Dining Room, awarded 3 AA Rosettes, in the main Hall overlooks the gardens and is the perfect setting for enjoying the imaginative menus created by Head Chef, Abdalla El Shershaby.

We are committed to accurately informing guests of any allergenic contents in the dishes, and also to complying with specific dietary requests, however there remains a small risk that traces from other dishes may be present in food or on surfaces.

Dress code – smart please (although jacket and tie for gentlemen are not obligatory): trainers, tracksuits and shorts are not acceptable.

LUNCHEON
Luncheon is always a treat when served in the elegant Dining Room at Bodysgallen Hall with views over the gardens. Our Head Chef is here to tempt your tastebuds with his imaginative menus – two and three course luncheons using locally sourced produce and seasonal fruit and vegetables from our own gardens.

Our popular Sunday Luncheon maintains a tradition at Bodysgallen Hall and this three-course delight includes canapés on arrival.If you have a food allergy or intolerance, please let us know before you order.

We are committed to complying with specific dietary requirements and informing our guests accurately of any allergenic contents in the dishes served here.

AFTERNOON TEA
Indulge yourself and enjoy Traditional Welsh Afternoon Tea served in the main Hall in front of a cosy fire. A real treat and a wonderful and memorable experience to share with family and friends.

Served in our oak panelled hall, library or drawing room, or on warm summer days outside on the terrace, Bodysgallen’s Traditional Afternoon Tea includes a selection of finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and strawberry jam, cakes and pastries and a choice of freshly brewed teas.

The dining room experience
Our dining menus are constantly evolving contingent on the season and availability of local game and produce. Awarded 3 AA Rosettes, you can expect a gourmet experience in our dining room under the expert supervision of Head Chef and his team.

A fine dining dinner menu is offered Tuesday to Sunday, while on Monday evening a less formal menu is offered. Whenever possible, Chef will be pleased to offer alternative dishes to those on the menu for guests staying longer.

If you have a food allergy or intolerance, please let us know before you order. We are committed to complying with specific dietary requirements and informing our guests accurately of any allergenic contents in the dishes served here.

PRIVATE DINING
With the atmosphere of a private house, Bodysgallen Hall is the perfect place for you to host family celebrations, business dinners and private events.

With a variety of options available to you, the oak panelled Drawing Room and Library are suitable for receptions and cocktail parties, and either of our two dining rooms (the Morning Room or South Dining Room), with views over the gardens, are perfect for lunch or dinner parties of up to 45 guests.

In fine weather, the terrace outside the dining room makes an ideal location for reception drinks. The Wynn Room, housed in an 18th Century converted coach house adjacent to the Hall, can also be used for private entertaining.

For those wanting to venture out into the gardens, parkland or countryside, we would be delighted to prepare a gourmet picnic for the occasion.

BREAKFAST
We believe Breakfast to be a precursor for your day’s activities and we offer a wide variety of options. Linger over a delicious breakfast suited to your individual needs and tastes before you start your day’s activities.

Served in The Dining Room, relax over a Continental Breakfast or choose from the traditional Welsh Breakfast options cooked freshly to order. Cooked breakfast is included in all break rates and hotel bed & breakfast tariff rates, unless otherwise stated.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST
Fresh juices, a selection of breakfast cereals, porridge, yoghurts, fresh fruit, a basket of freshly baked pastries, toast and preserves. A choice of leaf teas, infusions and freshly ground coffee, decaffeinated coffee and hot chocolate.

FULL WELSH COOKED BREAKFAST
In addition to Continental breakfast, the full Welsh cooked breakfast includes eggs (served how the guest would like), grilled bacon, local pork sausage, roasted vine tomatoes, sautéed field mushroom and pan fried black and white pudding.

Other choices include grilled Loch Fyne kippers, poached haddock with poached egg, smoked salmon & scrambled egg and a selection of cured cold meats. Menus listed are samples only and do not take into account seasonal changes and availability of produce.

BODYSGALLEN SPA
Located just a short walk from the hotel, with its own car park close by, the Spa houses a large indoor swimming pool with spa bath, gymnasium, six spa treatment rooms, Club Room and a relaxation room.

The steam room and sauna are currently unavailable. Please download and select from our current beauty and well-being treatments, using products by Aromatherapy Associates, Environ and Jessica.

The gymnasium is well equipped with the latest cardio-vascular equipment and a Power Plate, suitable for all ranges of fitness, is air-conditioned and overlooks the pool. A qualified Personal Trainer is available to tailor a programme to improve your fitness levels.

The Spa Club Room and sun terrace with views towards the ruins of Deganwy Castle, is open daily to both hotel guests and day guests, where you can enjoy a variety of light refreshments, beverages and snacks (unavailable at the present time).

Sun worshippers will find a secluded sun garden next to the pool where they may sunbathe. There is also a croquet lawn in the hotel grounds and several golf courses in the vicinity of the hotel.

Aromatherapy Associates

Aromatherapy Associates has been at the forefront of aromatherapy for over 30 years, believing passionately in the healing powers of natural plant extracts, whose essential oils are highly effective in enhancing the state of our physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

Environ

Environ Skin Care was developed by South African plastic surgeon Dr Des Fernandes to address the effects of UV radiation, pollution, stress and free radical damage. Environ spa treatments and homecare products feature active, effective ingredients that are scientifically proven to combat environmental and physical ageing of the skin.

CACI 

The CACI treatment is totally painless, completely safe and non invasive. CACI stands for Computer Aided Cosmetology Instrument, and became known as the ‘non-surgical’ facelift.

Jessica Nails

Always at the forefront of advanced nail technology, Jessica is the original power nail polishes for hands and feet. Using Phenom nail polish and GELeration, drying time is reduced and the finish resists chips, nicks and smudges. Nails are strengthened and enhanced and colour longer lasting.

Bioslimming Wrap

Bioslimming Wrap is a paraben-free fat burning and slimming body wrap. The treatment enhances weight loss and firms and tones the skin. It eliminates toxins, boosts circulation and increases the metabolism of fat cells, reducing the appearance of stretch marks and stimulating the lymphatic system.

The wrap is effective at producing visible, instant and long lasting results from the first treatment using thermo regulation to burn fat. Burns calories for two hours after application and continues working for 12 hours after treatment.

5D Anti-Ageing Facial from Paris

Anti-wrinkle, lightening, oxygenating, hydrating and skin regenerating effects. Decreases appearance of wrinkles, repair and brightens skin.

This facial will also revive dry, dull skin and even out tone, helping to generate new collagen and reduce pigment production. Products are also available at the Spa to purchase for use at home.

WEDDINGS
For Wedding, Civil Marriage & Partnership Ceremonies, Receptions, Naming Ceremonies & Family Occasions, Bodysgallen Hall provides an idyllic setting and the professional care to make your day memorable.

WEDDING PLANNING
The wedding team provide wedding planning to take the pressure out of your big day.

Each Wedding at Bodysgallen Hall is unique and, in addition to the perfect setting, our experience and attention to detail, gives you a dedicated service with a personal touch, helping you at every stage of the planning process, and allowing you to enjoy the excitement and anticipation of this special occasion – from flowers, to photographers, to honeymoon suites, to chauffeurs.

Should you wish to hold your wedding ceremony at Bodysgallen Hall, please contact us to check availability of your preferred date(s) and to make a provisional booking. You will then need to contact the Superintendent Registrar, whose details are shown below.

The perfect romantic setting for your wedding or civil partnership
You may have been looking for packages, but a wedding held at Bodysgallen is tailored to your individual requirements and wishes and you can be assured that you and your guests will be looked after with award-winning food, excellent wines and a discreet and professional service so you can relax and enjoy the day.

Our Facility Fee includes menus, place cards, cake stand and knife, and room hire of the Upper Wynn Room for the Ceremony, hire of the main Dining Room (minimum 30 guests, maximum 50 guests), or the South Dining Room (minimum 10 guests, maximum 40 guests) for the Reception/Wedding Breakfast.

EXCLUSIVE USE
Yours for the day to host family and friends, Bodysgallen Hall is available for exclusive use. The standard of service and attention to detail ensure that your special day is managed to your entire satisfaction.

With its award-winning gardens and extensive grounds, Bodysgallen can be yours exclusively for a day or weekend. You can host your guests having use of all the reception rooms in the main Hall: the oak panelled Drawing Room, Library, Lounge Bar, and Dining Rooms, all of which are licensed for the Civil Ceremony.

Also included are the 31 beautifully appointed bedrooms, cottages and suites to accommodate your party. Within the grounds there is the possibility of erecting a Marquee with a capacity up to 160 guests. Choosing Bodysgallen Hall with exclusive use opens up the possibility of entertainment, music and dancing.

THE CELEBRATION
Your Wedding Breakfast can be held in one of our two Dining Rooms; the Morning Room for up to 50 guests or the South Dining Room for up to 40 guests, with views over the gardens and to Conwy Castle and Snowdonia.

For larger weddings when you have exclusive use, you may erect a Marquee in the grounds. Bodysgallen Hall can accommodate and service a marquee with capacity to hold 180 guests. We can give you advice on menus, wines from our wine list, and entertainment to suit your personal choice and budget.

Our Chef will design a menu using fresh local produce, taking account of any special dietary requirements. We aim to delight and pride ourselves on innovative cuisine, impeccable service and attention to the last detail.

MEETINGS & EVENTS
An exclusive environment in which privacy and confidentiality are assured, and executive services, as well as leisure activities are close at hand.

MEETING ROOMS
There are a variety of meeting rooms and private dining options available both in the main Hall and The Wynn Rooms, offering total privacy for executive meetings, seminars, and working lunches.

LLANDUDNO
Located 10 minutes by road from Bodysgallen Hall. Llandudno is a perfectly preserved Victorian seaside resort enclosed by the headlands of the Great Orme and Little Orme. Take a ride up the Great Orme by cable railway or cabin lift to capture the views.

Llandudno has two beaches, both award winning, the quiet West Shore with its spectacular views and the lively North Shore with all the fun, not forgetting the famous pier. Llandudno beach was once voted by Harper’s and Queen Magazine as one of the world’s top 50 beaches.

CONWY
Located 10 minutes by road from Bodysgallen Hall. Conwy is without doubt the best preserved medieval town in Wales. Boasting a rich heritage and a unique atmosphere, Conwy, the gateway to Snowdonia is guarded by its imposing castle and is reached via the bridge over the Conwy estuary.

SNOWDON MOUNTAIN RAILWAY
Located 35 minutes by road from Bodysgallen Hall. Snowdon Mountain Railway has been welcoming visitors since 1896 to the little village at the foot of Snowdon, Llanberis in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, to experience the awe inspiring journey by rack railway to the summit of Snowdon.

SNOWDONIA NATIONAL PARK
Get active outdoors and find plenty of adventure in Wales’s mountains, moors, lakes and rivers. Snowdonia is a region in northwest Wales concentrated around the mountains and glacial landforms of massive Snowdonia National Park.

The park’s historic Snowdon Mountain Railway climbs to the summit of Wales’s highest mountain, Mount Snowdon, offering views across the sea to Ireland and back along the North Wales coast. The Park also has an extensive network of trails, over 100 lakes and craggy peaks such as Cader Idris and Tryfan.

NORTHEAST WALES BORDERLANDS
So much to explore – Iron Age hillforts, castles, lighthouses, seaside towns – not forgetting the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. North East Wales encompasses the whole of Wales in one small corner: mountains, valleys, coast and castles.

Take a narrow boat or walk along the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a 300-metre-long ‘stream in the sky’ some 40 metres high, which is an engineering marvel and a World Heritage Site, located not far from Llangollen, on the Welsh-English border.

Walk the last stretch of the Offa’s Dyke, through the Vale of Llangollen and all the way to Prestatyn. Or explore the nooks and crannies of Ruthin Gaol – one of North Wales’ most fascinating buildings.

GOLF NORTH WALES
The Golf Coast of Wales – home to some world-class championship links courses and parkland gems. North Wales has over 60 courses set in the most awe-inspiring landscapes, offering the best value green fees in Europe and courses to suit all standards of golfing ability.

Bodysgallen Hall is well placed base to take advantage of the championship links courses of Conwy (9 mins), Royal St David’s (Harlech, 1hr 10min), and Nefyn (1hr 10min), which has been compared to Pebble Beach in the USA.

North Wales Golf Club (6 mins) and Maesdu (5 mins) offer a pleasant blend of parkland and links and are located just outside Llandudno. Along the coast set in scenic beauty are courses at Abergele (17 mins), Penmaenmawr (26 mins).

These are just a handful of the golf courses in North Wales, and show the approximate drive time from Bodysgallen Hall.

SURF SNOWDONIA
A world-first inland surf lagoon and adventure park, just a 19 minute drive from Bodysgallen Hall. Surf Snowdonia is an artificial wave pool at Dolgarrog in the Conwy valley.

A 300-metre surf lagoon plus more adrenalin thrills on Wipeout=style ‘Crash & Splash’ and ‘Catapult Blob’. Surf Snowdonia offers lessons, structured courses and surf camps for all ages and abilities.

BEAUMARIS CASTLE
The last of King Edward 1’s massive building programme in North Wales, a drive time of 36 minutes from Bodysgallen. Beaumaris is the most technically perfect castle in Britain with classic proportions and perfect symmetry.

It was the 13th-century hi-tech equivalent of a spaceship landing unceremoniously on Anglesey today! The last of King Edward’s Welsh castles, which he was unable to finish due to stretched finances and distraction elsewhere from the Scots.

Under the protection of CADW (Welsh word meaning ‘to protect’), the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Beaumaris Castle along with Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle and Conwy Castle, has been part of the Castles and Town Walls of Edward 1 World Heritage Site since 1986.

CAERNARFON CASTLE
One of the most impressive of King Edward 1’s Welsh castles, and just a 35 minutes drive from Bodysgallen Hall. Caernarfon Castle was built on the previous site of a Norman motte-and-bailey castle, and before that a Roman fort.

Its polygonal towers were a move away from round towers, and the Eagle Tower is the most impressive. King Edward stamped his supremacy on the Welsh population when his son, the first English Prince of Wales was born in the castle in 1284.

In 1969, the investiture of the current Prince of Wales, HRH Prince Charles took place here. The Royal Welch Fusiliers’ Museum is housed in two of the castle’s towers.

Under the protection of CADW (Welsh word meaning ‘to protect’), the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Caernarfon Castle along with Conwy Castle, Harlech Castle and Beaumaris Castle, has been part of the Castles and Town Walls of Edward 1 World Heritage Site since 1986.

CONWY CASTLE
One of the finest surviving medieval fortifications in Britain, just 8 minutes drive from Bodysgallen Hall. Built for King Edward 1, by Master James of St George, it is one of his Welsh castles built between 1277 and 1307, and at an estimated £15,000 was the most expensive of all.

It has two barbicans (fortified gateways), eight massive towers and a great bow-shaped hall. Once up on the battlements, you have breathtaking views across mountains and sea.

Under the protection of CADW (Welsh word meaning ‘to protect’), the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Conwy Castle along with Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle and Beaumaris Castle, has been part of the Castles and Town Walls of Edward 1 World Heritage Site since 1986.

HARLECH CASTLE
Set on a near-vertical cliff-face, it was impregnable from almost every angle. A drive-time of around 1hr 10minutes from Bodysgallen Hall. ‘Men of Harlech’.

The nation’s unofficial anthem is said to describe the siege which took place during the War of the Roses, where in a handful of men held out against a besieging army of thousands.

King Edward 1’s ‘walls within walls’ model was built between 1283 and 1295 by an army of nearly a thousand skilled craftsmen and labourers. Edward liked to use only the best masons from Savoy and England’s finest carpenters and blacksmiths. There is a brand new visitor centre connected to the castle by a bridge, which is an integral part of the visitor experience to the castle.

Under the protection of CADW (Welsh word meaning ‘to protect’), the Welsh Government’s historic environment service, Harlech Castle along with Conwy Castle, Caernarfon Castle and Beaumaris Castle, has been part of the Castles and Town Walls of Edward 1 World Heritage Site since 1986.

PLAS MAWR
Plas Mawr stands as a symbol of a prosperous, buoyant Elizabethan age in the heart of Conwy’s narrow cobbled streets, just a 9 minute drive from Bodysgallen Hall

Plas Mawr is probably the finest town house of the Elizabethan period in Britain. Its owner Robert Wynn, an influential merchant of great repute, was fond of grandeur and colour, and liked entertaining lavishly.

Robert Wynn built this grand house between 1576 and 1585 and has exquisite ornamental plasterwork ceilings and friezes, painted in vivid original colours and skilful carpentry. His initials are evident on various crests and coats of arms throughout the house.

Website: www.bodysgallen.com

Rooms: 31

Price: from 309 EUR per night