Information for dog owners

Dog-friendly facilities at Canolfan Tryweryn

We know that for many, a great day out in North Wales simply isn't complete without their beloved canine companions by their side. That's why we're absolutely delighted to welcome well-behaved dogs here at Canolfan Tryweryn, the National White Water Centre! Located just a stone's throw from the charming town of Bala, in the heart of picturesque North Wales, we offer a fantastic destination for those enjoying dog-friendly holidays in North Wales or simply looking for things to do with dogs near Bala.


You and your four-legged friend are welcome to explore much of our site, including Manon's Riverside Café, which is dog-friendly.


We have various areas perfect for a dog walk near Bala and enjoying the stunning natural surroundings of the Celtic Rainforest. Naturally, to ensure a pleasant experience for all our visitors, we kindly ask that you exercise common courtesy, which includes the all-important task of picking up after your dog.


We appreciate you might be planning your activities, and while we'd love to involve your pooches in everything, please note that we are unable to offer dog rafting trips or provide dog sitting facilities while you're out on the water enjoying the white-water action.


For the safety and well-being of local livestock, there are signposted areas around our Top Site that are considered active farmland. In these specific locations, we kindly request that dogs are kept on leads. Please keep an eye out for the signs indicating these areas.


Whether you're here specifically for the white water or using us as a base to explore the wider region, Canolfan Tryweryn is a great starting point for discovering dog-friendly attractions in North Wales.


The beautiful Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) is nearby, offering wonderful walks around Llyn Tegid that are perfect for dogs. You'll also find plenty of dog-friendly pubs in Bala and welcoming cafés where you can relax and refuel together after your adventures in this stunning part of dog-friendly Gwynedd.


We eagerly anticipate meeting you and your well-behaved dogs on your next visit to Canolfan Tryweryn, your gateway to adventure in North Wales!