Bob Valentine Shooting School - Contains information for game, clay, lady and young shot. Also includes gun fitting details and tariff.
North West Sailing School - Offers competent crew, day and coastal skipper, yacht-master preparation courses and VHF radio Instruction.
Pwllheli Golf Club - Photographs of the course, price details, and a reservation form.
Pwllheli Rugby Club - Information about the facilities, coming tours and merchandise.
Hafan Pwllheli - Marina situated on the south side of the Lleyn Peninsula: Features pilot notes and tariff. Also includes a virtual tour and contact details.
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