Carreg y Llam

Cliff, Slope in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Carreg y Llam

Car park below Yr Eifl This is a Forestry Commission car park I think. It has an interesting sculpture as a centrepiece which look like three fingers or three stone age tools or three inscribed monoliths or three sponge fingers left over from making a trifle. I wish I had been interested enough to find out, either then or now... — Car park below Yr Eifl Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Carreg y Llam is a prominent cliff located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated near the village of Llanaelhaearn, it is known for its impressive height and stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The cliff rises approximately 150 meters (492 feet) above sea level, offering breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Irish Sea and the picturesque countryside.

The geological composition of Carreg y Llam primarily consists of rugged sedimentary rock formations, which have been shaped by erosion over millions of years. The cliff face is characterized by its steepness, with a sheer drop that leaves visitors in awe of nature's grandeur. The layers of rock visible on the cliff provide a fascinating insight into the area's geological history.

Carreg y Llam is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Many visitors are drawn to the cliff for its excellent hiking opportunities and the chance to witness the diverse wildlife that inhabits the surrounding area. Peregrine falcons, choughs, and other bird species can often be spotted soaring above the cliff, adding to its allure.

Due to its location and dramatic appearance, Carreg y Llam has also become a popular spot for photographers and artists seeking to capture the beauty of the Welsh landscape. The changing light and weather conditions throughout the day create a dynamic and ever-changing backdrop for creative endeavors.

Overall, Carreg y Llam is a captivating natural landmark that showcases the stunning beauty of Caernarfonshire. Its towering presence, breathtaking views, and rich geological history make it a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the region.

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Carreg y Llam Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.964466/-4.4804202 or Grid Reference SH3343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Car park below Yr Eifl

This is a Forestry Commission car park I think. It has an interesting sculpture as a centrepiece which look like three fingers or three stone age tools or three inscribed monoliths or three sponge fingers left over from making a trifle. I wish I had been interested enough to find out, either then or now...

Jeremy Bolwell

Sticil ysgol / Ladder stile

Sticil ysgol ddiddorol wedi ei gwneud o fetel ar lwybr ceffyl nid nepell o bentre Llithfaen. Awgryma'r colynnau fod, ar un adeg, gat fetel yma hefyd. An interesting ladder stile on a bridleway near the village of Llithfaen. The hinges on the structure suggest that it once supported a metal gate which has long disappeared.

Alan Richards

Cerflunwaith Chwarelwyr / Quarrymen Sculpture

Cerfluniaeth yn y maes parcio uwchben Nant Gwrtheyrn yn coffau'r chwarelwyr lleol a fu'n gweithio yn y tair chwareli cyfagos. Enw'r mynydd yn y pellter yw'r Garn Ganol neu'r Eifl ond mewn gwirionedd enw ar y tair copa cyfagos yw'r Eifl (gan gynnwys Garn Ganol) oherwydd pan edrychir arnynt o bell maent yn debyg i fforch a thair pig. A sculpture in the car park above Nant Gwrtheyrn which commemorates local quarrymen who worked in the nearby quarries. The name of the mountain in the distance is Garn Ganol (Middle Cairn) o'r Yr Eifl. However, strictly speaking, Yr Eifl is the name of three adjoining peaks (including Garn Ganol) because when seen from a distance they resemble the prongs of a fork

Alan Richards

Derelict hotel next to Pistyll Farm

Dave Spicer

B4417 at Pistyll

Looking west from near the chapel.

Trevor Harris

Pistyll Hotel

Great location for a hotel - but it's derelict.

Trevor Harris

Llwybr Arfordir Lleyn Coastal Path

Llwybr Arfordir Lleyn ger Penrhyn Glas. Graigfor yw enw'r graig yn y pellter. Lleyn Coastal Path near Penrhyn Glas. The name of the rock in the distance is Graigfor

Alan Richards

Llwybr Arfordir Llŷn/Lleyn Coastal Path (Pistyll)

Hen walydd sych ar Lwybr Arfordir Llŷn ger Pistyll. Old stone walls on Lleyn Coastal Path near Pistyll

Alan Richards

Bethania chapel in Pistyll

Dated 1875.

Jeremy Bolwell

Bethania chapel, Pistyll

The frontage is well weathered, as you might expect with a coastal location.

Jeremy Bolwell

Coastal view at Pistyll

An interesting coastal view, incorporating a large, long derelict old hotel.

Jeremy Bolwell

Derelict old hotel near Pistyll

I hear there may be plans afoot to refurb this old place. Great.

Jeremy Bolwell

Capel Bethania, Pistyll

With the attached manse or schoolroom it would make a sizeable house. The plaque commemorates an old minister here I believe, Tom Nefyn Williams (1895-1958).

Jeremy Bolwell