Maps are provided for local walking routes starting on the doorstep. The North Wales mountains provide unlimited dramatic scenery for walking. The picturesque town of Llangollen is only half an hour’s drive away and has many attractions www.new.llangollen.org.uk. It is home to the famous International Eisteddfod www.international-eisteddfod.co.uk which will be held on July 2-7th next year.

Heading into mid Wales a visit to the Lake Vernwy reservoir and surrounding estate should not be missed. www.lake-vernwy.com where there is walking, cycling, boating and, after all that, eating scones and cream on the terrace of the Lake Vernwy Hotel. www.lakevernwy.com

The beautiful North Wales coast is a scenic drive through the Snowdonia National Park and down to Barmouth Bay. www.barmouth.org.uk Eating fresh caught fish with chips at The Anchor on a sunny day while watching the boats takes some beating.

October 25th 2016 – North Wales has been chosen as one of the best places in the world to visit.

Travel guide Lonely Planet named it fourth in a list of best regions to visit in 2017.

Surf Snowdonia, Penrhyn Quarry’s zip lines and the underground trampoline in Blaenau Ffestiniog are all mentioned in the guide as attractions in the area.

Tom Hall, Lonely Planet’s editorial director, said: “It’s a stunning area with a vast array of activities on offer to keep travellers entertained.”

There are a variety of places available locally from cosy pubs to award winning restaurants. Sebastians or Townhouse www.townhouseoswestry.com in Oswestry are places to go for a special occasion so book in advance. www.sebastians-hotel.com.

Lake Vernwy Hotel, www.lakevyrnwy.com serves good food in elegant surroundings and its position, above the lake cradled by the immense Welsh mountains, is stunning. They allow dogs in the bar and terrace. Bike hire to ride around the lake is available. www.artisans-lakevyrnwy.co.uk.bikehire

The Hand, Llanarmon www.thehandhotel.co.uk is at the top of the lovely Glyn Ceriog valley and should also be visited. Also dog friendly.

If you are staying in then stock up at Treflach Farm www.treflachfarm.co.uk with local produce or Oswestry still has several great family butchers selling local meats. StoneHouse Brewery produces the popular local award winning beers and can be visited for a tour and tasting session prior to buying. www.stonehousebrewery.co.uk If you would like to try local game products please ask as, depending on the time of year, that can also be arranged.

Other local pubs for food are The Barley Mow, Trefonen and The Green Inn, Llangedwyn, both about 10 minutes drive away.

Oswestry is very lucky to be home to Body and face Options who provide some of the most up to date beauty treatments available in the UK today. Jane Millington will put together a package of treatments specifically designed for you at a reduced rate if you are staying at Rest on the Hill. www.bodyandfaceoptions.co.uk

In nearby Shrewsbury Theatre Severn has a list of national productions including drama, music and comedy which is worth looking at prior to a visit. www.theatresevern.co.uk