Bala
United Kingdom · WalesGB
Town in Gwynedd, Wales
Bala is a town and community in Gwynedd, Wales. Formerly an urban district, Bala lies in the historic county of Merionethshire, at the north end of Llyn Tegid. According to the 2021 census, Bala had a population of 1,999 and 72.5 per cent of the population could speak Welsh.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 1,980
- Coordinates
- 52.911, -3.597
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Bala
Bala is the kind of tiny locality you find in Wales, United Kingdom. Around 1,980 people live here. And it shows in how much there is to see. The local offer centres on water sports and nature. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Bala
Water Sports in Bala
(6)Water Sports in Bala covers Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle, Paddleboarding and Rafting. The category holds 6 entries in our dataset. Straight from the activity profile stored for Bala.
Nature in Bala
(1)The nature shortlist for Bala: Lakes. It is a direct read of Bala's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Bala
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Bala rewards a slow approach — a hub in Wales, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/London on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Bala that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Bala known for?
- Travellers associate Bala with water sports and nature. It sits in Wales, United Kingdom and counts about 1,980 residents.
- What can you do in Bala?
- Bala is tagged with Canoeing, Kayaking, Paddle, Paddleboarding and Rafting, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Bala?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Bala located?
- Bala belongs to Wales, United Kingdom, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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