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Trwyn y Gorlech

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Caernarfonshire

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Trwyn y Gorlech

Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
Landing on Bardsey Credit: Richard Webb

Trwyn y Gorlech is a prominent headland located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated along the rugged coastline, this coastal feature attracts visitors with its stunning natural beauty and historical significance.

The headland is characterized by its rocky cliffs that rise dramatically from the sea, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area. These cliffs are formed by layers of sedimentary rocks, creating an impressive geological display. Trwyn y Gorlech is also known for its rugged terrain, with steep slopes and jagged edges adding to its distinctive charm.

At the highest point of the headland, visitors can find a historic lighthouse that has been guiding ships along the coastline since the 19th century. This lighthouse not only serves as a navigational aid but also serves as a reminder of the area's rich maritime history.

The headland is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it provides a habitat for a diverse range of bird species. Visitors may spot seabirds such as puffins, gannets, and cormorants nesting along the cliffs. The surrounding waters are also home to marine life, including seals and dolphins, which can occasionally be seen swimming near the headland.

Trwyn y Gorlech is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The headland is easily accessible via a well-maintained footpath that winds its way along the coastline, providing visitors with a chance to explore its natural wonders at their own pace.

Overall, Trwyn y Gorlech is a captivating coastal feature that combines stunning natural scenery, historical significance, and abundant wildlife, making it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.76789/-4.7891543 or Grid Reference SH1122. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
Landing on Bardsey
There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
View from Mynydd Enlli The mountain on Ynys Enlli / Bardsey with a view to the south of the island. The small inlet of Cafn Enlli is visible in front of the bigger bay on the left. This is where boats land or leave from.
View from Mynydd Enlli
The mountain on Ynys Enlli / Bardsey with a view to the south of the island. The small inlet of Cafn Enlli is visible in front of the bigger bay on the left. This is where boats land or leave from.
The misty isle The title might suggest the Isle of Skye, but this is Ynys Enlli [Bardsey] shrouded in sea mist on a warm September day.
The misty isle
The title might suggest the Isle of Skye, but this is Ynys Enlli [Bardsey] shrouded in sea mist on a warm September day.
Bardsey Island from Pen y Cil Bardsey Island is known as the Island of 20,000 saints whilst its Welsh name, Ynys Enlli, refers to it as the Island of Currents. The English name refers to bards or chieftains. Bardsey has a bird observatory, a lighthouse and was made a National Nature Reserve in 1986. In the midground the shallow rocky outcrop in the sea is Carreg Ddu or Black stone.
Bardsey Island from Pen y Cil
Bardsey Island is known as the Island of 20,000 saints whilst its Welsh name, Ynys Enlli, refers to it as the Island of Currents. The English name refers to bards or chieftains. Bardsey has a bird observatory, a lighthouse and was made a National Nature Reserve in 1986. In the midground the shallow rocky outcrop in the sea is Carreg Ddu or Black stone.
The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island
The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island
Bardsey view From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse
Bardsey view
From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse
The Old School, Bardsey Island The School House was originally the 'old chapel' building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.
The Old School, Bardsey Island
The School House was originally the 'old chapel' building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.
Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation
Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli
These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation
Bardsey Abbey The fragmentary remains of the thirteenth century Augustinian abbey who took over from the ancient Celtic foundation of the sixth century. Nearby a Celtic cross stands commemorating the now mostly Christian religious past and very numerous, 20,000, saints reputed to have been buried in or near the site.
Bardsey Abbey
The fragmentary remains of the thirteenth century Augustinian abbey who took over from the ancient Celtic foundation of the sixth century. Nearby a Celtic cross stands commemorating the now mostly Christian religious past and very numerous, 20,000, saints reputed to have been buried in or near the site.
On the slopes of Mynydd Enlli Looking north towards Bae'r Nant
On the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Looking north towards Bae'r Nant
Bardsey Island Looking down on the hamlet from the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Bardsey Island
Looking down on the hamlet from the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Maen Bugail Maen Bugail is a small rock, which lies about 0.3 mile N of the N end of Bardsey Island. A heavy tide race extends nearly 0.5 mile N from this rock.
Maen Bugail
Maen Bugail is a small rock, which lies about 0.3 mile N of the N end of Bardsey Island. A heavy tide race extends nearly 0.5 mile N from this rock.
Bardsey Island Looking down on the main centre of the island from Mynydd Enlli
Bardsey Island
Looking down on the main centre of the island from Mynydd Enlli
Swnt Enlli - Bardsey Sound The area of the Irish Sea between the island and the mainland, from the mountaintop
Swnt Enlli - Bardsey Sound
The area of the Irish Sea between the island and the mainland, from the mountaintop
View east from the top of Bardsey Mountain
View east from the top of Bardsey Mountain
The steep eastern side of Bardsey Mountain
The steep eastern side of Bardsey Mountain
On top of Mynydd Enlli Over Bardsey Sound is the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula; the two peaks on the left are Mynydd Mawr and Mynydd Anelog.
On top of Mynydd Enlli
Over Bardsey Sound is the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula; the two peaks on the left are Mynydd Mawr and Mynydd Anelog.
Faint path along the ridge of Mynydd Enlli
Faint path along the ridge of Mynydd Enlli
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Trwyn y Gorlech is located at Grid Ref: SH1122 (Lat: 52.76789, Lng: -4.7891543)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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