Dinas

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Dinas

Stone-built houses in Criccieth Solid stone houses typical of the architecture of North Wales.
Stone-built houses in Criccieth Credit: Alan Hughes

Dinas is a small village located in Caernarfonshire, a historic county in northwestern Wales. Situated on the Llŷn Peninsula, Dinas is nestled between the towns of Pwllheli and Caernarfon, offering its residents a tranquil and picturesque setting. The village is part of the community of Llanwnda, and its name translates to "fort" in Welsh.

Dinas boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Iron Age. The area is dotted with ancient monuments and archaeological sites, including the remains of hill forts and burial chambers, providing a glimpse into the village's past.

The village itself is characterized by its charming rural atmosphere, with a small population of around 500 residents. Dinas is primarily an agricultural community, with many of its inhabitants involved in farming and livestock rearing. The surrounding countryside offers stunning views of the Snowdonia National Park and the nearby coastline, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts.

Although Dinas is a small village, it has basic amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local primary school, a village hall, and a community center. For additional services and facilities, residents can easily access the nearby towns of Pwllheli and Caernarfon, which offer a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.

Dinas provides a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents, while also benefiting from its proximity to larger towns and the natural beauty of its surroundings.

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Stone-built houses in Criccieth Solid stone houses typical of the architecture of North Wales.
Stone-built houses in Criccieth
Solid stone houses typical of the architecture of North Wales.
Criccieth Castle
Criccieth Castle
Rhes Ffynnon/Holywell Terrace A mixed bunch of eight houses
Rhes Ffynnon/Holywell Terrace
A mixed bunch of eight houses
Ffynnon Saint Small well at the roadside in Criccieth
Ffynnon Saint
Small well at the roadside in Criccieth
The gate and drive to Parciau Situated on a 'kink' in the road. Presumably the road was diverted around the small estate at some time.
The gate and drive to Parciau
Situated on a 'kink' in the road. Presumably the road was diverted around the small estate at some time.
The lane north of Parciau Leading to Broneifion Farm.
The lane north of Parciau
Leading to Broneifion Farm.
Lôn Fêl near Parciau Lôn Fêl means Honey Lane.
Lôn Fêl near Parciau
Lôn Fêl means Honey Lane.
Cottages on Lôn Fêl
Cottages on Lôn Fêl
Criccieth Castle The gatehouse and north west wall around the inner ward viewed from the recreation ground
Criccieth Castle
The gatehouse and north west wall around the inner ward viewed from the recreation ground
View of Criccieth Castle from Criccieth Esplanade The ruins of Criccieth Castle looking south west from Criccieth Esplanade. The castle is a Grade I listed building in the Cadw records. Cadw is the historic environment service of the Welsh Government.
View of Criccieth Castle from Criccieth Esplanade
The ruins of Criccieth Castle looking south west from Criccieth Esplanade. The castle is a Grade I listed building in the Cadw records. Cadw is the historic environment service of the Welsh Government.
Criccieth station
Criccieth station
Parciau Terrace junction with the A497 Criccieth
Parciau Terrace junction with the A497 Criccieth
Small park Criccieth
Small park Criccieth
Marine Terrace Criccieth
Marine Terrace Criccieth
Criccieth bowling green
Criccieth bowling green
Criccieth Castle Criccieth Castle is a native Welsh castle situated on the headland between two beaches at Criccieth, North Wales. It is built on a rocky peninsula overlooking Tremadog Bay. It was built by Llywelyn the Great of the kingdom of Gwynedd but it was heavily modified following its capture by English forces of Edward I in the late 13th century.
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Criccieth Castle
Criccieth Castle is a native Welsh castle situated on the headland between two beaches at Criccieth, North Wales. It is built on a rocky peninsula overlooking Tremadog Bay. It was built by Llywelyn the Great of the kingdom of Gwynedd but it was heavily modified following its capture by English forces of Edward I in the late 13th century. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Cottages, Criccieth Attractive granite cottages on Castle Street: note the second cottage has its gable end facing the street.
Cottages, Criccieth
Attractive granite cottages on Castle Street: note the second cottage has its gable end facing the street.
Looking east along Marine Terrace, Criccieth The terrace was developed in the 1880s as Criccieth expanded as a seaside resort and now seems to be a mix of residences, holiday lets and boarding houses.  Note the lack of pavements. There are fine views over Tremadoc Bay.
Looking east along Marine Terrace, Criccieth
The terrace was developed in the 1880s as Criccieth expanded as a seaside resort and now seems to be a mix of residences, holiday lets and boarding houses. Note the lack of pavements. There are fine views over Tremadoc Bay.
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Dinas is located at Grid Ref: SH4937 (Lat: 52.909151, Lng: -4.2468502)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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///panther.princes.cadet. Near Criccieth, Gwynedd

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