Discover Aardman's famous duo as they touch down at Bodnant Garden this summer
This summer, experience Wallace & Gromit's 'All Systems Go', a brand-new, augmented reality trail from the Aardman team, at Bodnant Garden in the Conwy Valley.
The dynamic duo will be helping to keep families entertained throughout the school summer holidays, all set against the stunning backdrop of the world-famous historic garden.
Fans of the pair will be able to help Wallace & Gromit get their rocket ready for blast off by following the markers and completing a series of challenges along the way.
Using the brand-new, free app, visitors will be able to capture photos together as they complete a whole host of challenges for all ages to enjoy.
There are also plenty of surprises to find as you follow the trail down through the Old Park and through the Yew Dell, heading towards the Far End.
When you arrive at Bodnant Garden, you can head over to the App Store or Google Play to download the free bilingual AR app. Simply search for 'All Systems Go', enter the location code of 1 2 3 4, and you'll find Wallace & Gromit ready to begin the adventure with you.
Don't worry if you'd rather not play on a phone, there are still plenty of fun activities to discover along the way.
A grand day out
Summer is the perfect time for the whole family to visit Bodnant Garden and walk through the Old Park meadow.
Enjoy a picnic down by the Willow maze, taking in the peaceful surroundings as you watch the birds, including new duck families with their young brood. There's no need to rush, so why not enjoy some outdoor play with a variety of activities and games in beautiful surroundings?
Sitting against the backdrop of the Carneddau mountain range of Eryri (Snowdonia) the garden holds a special place in the hearts of thousands of visitors across the generations, both in the UK and globally.
The garden always delights with its constantly changing display of flowers, towering trees and brightly coloured borders along with many 'wow' moments on offer throughout the season.
Bodnant Garden is open daily from 9.30am to 5pm, last entry at 4.30pm. Dogs are welcome every Thursday to Sunday, between April 1 to September 30 and on short leads at all times.
*Wallace & Gromit's 'All Systems Go' runs from July 19 until August 31. Normal admission prices apply to the garden and the trail itself is free.
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