Welcome to Windward Retreats:
Your Perfect Holiday in North Wales Awaits

We all need a "detox" from the news cycle occasionally, and last week, we found the perfect place to do it—about 200 feet underground. While the rest of the country was focused on the Senedd polls, we hopped in the truck for the scenic 50-minute drive from Emlyn’s Coppice to Llandudno. Our destination? A place that, incredibly, we only properly discovered a year or so ago: The Great Orme Bronze Age Mines. Mind-Blowing Ancient Engineering I’ll be honest, I thought I knew what

There is a specific kind of magic in the North East Welsh landscape. It’s where the industrial echoes of the coast fade into ancient Cistercian ruins, and where the spine of Wales finally dips its toes into the Irish Sea. Whether you’re walking for the soul on the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way or tackling the legendary Offa’s Dyke Path, the stretch around Prestatyn and Holywell is where the story really deepens.

Are you dreaming of an escape that combines the tranquility of nature with the ultimate in relaxation? Imagine unwinding in your very own private sauna, surrounded by the peaceful Welsh woodland, just moments from the stunning North Wales coast. At Emlyn's Coppice, we believe glamping should be an experience of pure indulgence, and our Orme Pod is specifically designed to deliver just that. This isn't just glamping; it's your exclusive spa retreat nestled in the heart of Fli