Llyn Gors-gôch

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Anglesey

Wales

Llyn Gors-gôch

Enclosed track leading onto Mynydd Mechell Looking north-westward from the entrance to Bryn Engan
Enclosed track leading onto Mynydd Mechell Credit: Peter Wood

Llyn Gors-gôch, also known as Lake Gors-gôch, is a small freshwater lake located on the island of Anglesey in North Wales. The lake encompasses an area of approximately 4.5 acres and is situated within a picturesque nature reserve.

Surrounded by lush vegetation and rolling hills, Llyn Gors-gôch is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. The lake is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including various species of water birds, such as ducks, swans, and herons. The surrounding marshland provides a rich habitat for numerous amphibians, insects, and small mammals.

The lake itself is fed by natural springs and rainfall runoff, ensuring a constant supply of fresh water. The water is clear and unpolluted, making it an ideal habitat for a wide variety of aquatic plants, including water lilies and reeds. Fish species such as perch and tench can also be found in the lake.

There are several walking trails and observation points around Llyn Gors-gôch, allowing visitors to explore the area and observe the wildlife up close. The peaceful and tranquil atmosphere of the lake makes it a popular spot for birdwatching, photography, and nature study.

Overall, Llyn Gors-gôch is a hidden gem on Anglesey, offering a serene and natural setting for visitors to enjoy the beauty of freshwater marshes and the diverse wildlife that thrives within them.

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Llyn Gors-gôch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.372614/-4.4770836 or Grid Reference SH3589. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Enclosed track leading onto Mynydd Mechell Looking north-westward from the entrance to Bryn Engan
Enclosed track leading onto Mynydd Mechell
Looking north-westward from the entrance to Bryn Engan
Road through Melin Mechell Looking south-westward.
Road through Melin Mechell
Looking south-westward.
Garreg Fawr
Garreg Fawr
Lane passing Garreg Fawr
Lane passing Garreg Fawr
Cott Farm
Cott Farm
Road junction at Gors-Goch
Road junction at Gors-Goch
The road to Llanrhyddlad
The road to Llanrhyddlad
  Footpath to Llanfflewin
Footpath to Llanfflewin
  Grazing sheep   
  Above the footpath to Llanfflewin <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6099632">SH3588 :   Footpath to Llanfflewin</a>.
Grazing sheep
Above the footpath to Llanfflewin SH3588 : Footpath to Llanfflewin.
 Sheep safely grazing   
  Above the footpath to Llanfflewin <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6099638">SH3588 :   Grazing sheep</a>.
Sheep safely grazing
Above the footpath to Llanfflewin SH3588 : Grazing sheep.
Eglwys St Fflewin
Eglwys St Fflewin
Looking towards Mynydd y Garn
Looking towards Mynydd y Garn
Minor road near Llyn Llygeirian The lake can just be seen on the right of the photo.
Minor road near Llyn Llygeirian
The lake can just be seen on the right of the photo.
Melin Mechell mill This mill is also known as Melin Minffordd and Melin Maen Arthur (the name of a nearby hill). Nothing is known of its origin and it first appears in the historical records in 1883 when Robert Parry is listed as the miller in Slater's Directory. It continued to be run by Parrys until its closure sometime around World War I.
Melin Mechell mill
This mill is also known as Melin Minffordd and Melin Maen Arthur (the name of a nearby hill). Nothing is known of its origin and it first appears in the historical records in 1883 when Robert Parry is listed as the miller in Slater's Directory. It continued to be run by Parrys until its closure sometime around World War I.
Hedge enclosed lane from A5025 to Llanfechell Looking eastward in the direction of Llanfechell.
Hedge enclosed lane from A5025 to Llanfechell
Looking eastward in the direction of Llanfechell.
Lane near Bryn Eglwys Looking north-eastward.
Lane near Bryn Eglwys
Looking north-eastward.
Road through Melin Mechell Looking north-westward.
Road through Melin Mechell
Looking north-westward.
Mynydd Mechell A view looking to the southeast across the lane from Llanfechell towards the windmill at Mynydd Mechell, now converted to a private dwelling like many on Anglesey.
Mynydd Mechell
A view looking to the southeast across the lane from Llanfechell towards the windmill at Mynydd Mechell, now converted to a private dwelling like many on Anglesey.
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Llyn Gors-gôch is located at Grid Ref: SH3589 (Lat: 53.372614, Lng: -4.4770836)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Anglesey

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///lakes.syndicate.dorms. Near Llanfaethlu, Isle of Anglesey

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