Dolbenmaen

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Dolbenmaen

Looking towards Garndolbenmaen from the summit of Graig-y-garn
Looking towards Garndolbenmaen from the summit of Graig-y-garn Credit: Meirion

Dolbenmaen is a small village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated in the northwestern part of the country, it lies approximately 10 miles southeast of the popular tourist town of Porthmadog. The village is nestled within the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes.

With a population of around 900 residents, Dolbenmaen exudes a strong sense of community and tranquility. The village is primarily residential, with a scattering of local amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a small convenience store. The village is also home to a charming 13th-century church, St. Mary's, which adds to its historical charm.

Dolbenmaen enjoys a strategic location, offering easy access to the nearby Snowdonia National Park. This idyllic natural playground attracts outdoor enthusiasts from far and wide, with its rugged mountains, scenic trails, and breathtaking vistas. The village is also within close proximity to the stunning coastline of Cardigan Bay, providing opportunities for beach walks and water sports.

The surrounding area offers several attractions for visitors, including the renowned Portmeirion Village, a unique Italianate village designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. Additionally, the historic town of Caernarfon, with its impressive medieval castle and UNESCO World Heritage site status, is only a short drive away.

Overall, Dolbenmaen is a charming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle, with easy access to both natural beauty and cultural attractions.

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Dolbenmaen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.964416/-4.224813 or Grid Reference SH5043. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards Garndolbenmaen from the summit of Graig-y-garn
Looking towards Garndolbenmaen from the summit of Graig-y-garn
A487 at western Garndolbenmaen junction
A487 at western Garndolbenmaen junction
Turning for Cross Foxes from A487
Turning for Cross Foxes from A487
Field near Beudy Mawr farm Looking across the Afon Dwyfor.
Field near Beudy Mawr farm
Looking across the Afon Dwyfor.
Boggy track near Ystumcegid Farm
Boggy track near Ystumcegid Farm
Ystumcegid Farm
Ystumcegid Farm
Boggy track near Ystum-cegid-ganol
Boggy track near Ystum-cegid-ganol
The track to Ystum-cegid-ganol
The track to Ystum-cegid-ganol
Field near Ystum-cegid-ganol
Field near Ystum-cegid-ganol
Junction on A487
Junction on A487
A487 near Beudy Mawr The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long.
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A487 near Beudy Mawr
The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. LinkExternal link
A487 south of Garndolbenmaen
A487 south of Garndolbenmaen
Cottages north of Garndolbenmaen A minor road between the A487 and Garndolbenmaen.
Cottages north of Garndolbenmaen
A minor road between the A487 and Garndolbenmaen.
Mynydd-glâs A minor road between the A487 and Garndolbenmaen.
Mynydd-glâs
A minor road between the A487 and Garndolbenmaen.
Street in Garndolbenmaen A minor road heading south from Garndolbenmaen to the A487.
Street in Garndolbenmaen
A minor road heading south from Garndolbenmaen to the A487.
Bus stops in Garndolbenmaen Looking towards the centre of the village.
Bus stops in Garndolbenmaen
Looking towards the centre of the village.
Spider silk near Ystumcegid-isaf A lot of spiders were flying (ballooning) through the air, when we visited the burial chamber.
Spider silk near Ystumcegid-isaf
A lot of spiders were flying (ballooning) through the air, when we visited the burial chamber.
Golan Community Centre
Golan Community Centre
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Dolbenmaen is located at Grid Ref: SH5043 (Lat: 52.964416, Lng: -4.224813)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.964416,-4.224813
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Lat/Long: 52.9646462/-4.2263028
Dolbenmaen
Place: village
Lat/Long: 52.9656987/-4.2261866
Dolbenmaen Motte
Historic: archaeological_site
Historic 1: castle
Ruins: yes
Lat/Long: 52.9641469/-4.2251943
Shelter
Shelter Type: public_transport
Lat/Long: 52.9645513/-4.2276797
Direction: 190
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 15
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 52.9650763/-4.2249667
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