Rediscover History Checklist | Cadw

Are you planning an adventure through Welsh history?

Or perhaps you’re just searching for exciting weekend activities?

Then look no further than our Rediscover History Checklist: a collection of fun-filled day trips and epic weekends to try in Wales — all with a flavour of history.

From unforgettable road-trips along the Wales Way to Sunday saunters in the Welsh countryside, there’s plenty of ways to rediscover Welsh heritage in 2024. And, our Rediscover History Checklist — which contains bespoke itineraries for walkers, adventurers and families — will help you to do just that...

Happy adventuring — and don’t forget to tag Cadw in your social media posts!

The Walker's Checklist

The Inspiration Itinerary

A 7km linear walk along the Wales Coast Path, from St Clears to Laugharne — following in the footsteps of artists and poets from centuries gone by

The ‘Car-free’ Itinerary

A four mile walk to visit a craggy masterpiece built by Llywelyn the Great

The Mindfulness Itinerary

A 5k stroll along the western bank of the River Wye with a visit to a majestic Cistercian Abbey

The Adventurer’s Checklist

The Underground Adventure Itinerary

A full day of activities to take in the sights of mountains, dungeons and caves

The Runners’ Itinerary

An energising 5k sprint from Flint Castle to Flint Point and back again.

The Victorian Cycle Itinerary

An 8km cycle along the Taff trail to Wales’s fairytale castle

The Family-friendly Checklist

The smallest city itinerary

Hunt for Welsh Dragons at Wales’s largest fortress and spot fairies at Wales’s fairytale castle

The Flora and Feminists Itinerary

Discover the story of Gwenllian and the National Botanic Garden of Wales

The Beaches and Bastions Itinerary

A mini road trip to see two castles, a river and a beach — all within 12 miles