Allt Fawr

Downs, Moorland in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Allt Fawr

Y Maes, Pwllheli
Y Maes, Pwllheli Credit: Alpin Stewart

Allt Fawr is a prominent hill located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated within the Snowdonia National Park, it is part of the expansive mountainous landscape that characterizes this region. With an elevation of approximately 698 meters (2,290 feet), Allt Fawr offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area.

The hill is predominantly covered in moorland, characterized by its vast stretches of open, treeless terrain. The moorland is composed of heather, grasses, and scattered shrubs, creating a picturesque and rugged landscape. This type of environment supports a variety of wildlife, including birds such as red grouse and birds of prey.

Accessing Allt Fawr can be done through several walking routes, with the most popular starting from the village of Rhyd Ddu. The trail is well-marked and offers a challenging yet rewarding hike for outdoor enthusiasts. Along the way, hikers may encounter rocky paths and steep sections, adding to the excitement and adventure.

Reaching the summit of Allt Fawr rewards visitors with stunning views of the surrounding mountains, valleys, and lakes. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as the Irish Sea and the Isle of Man. The hill is also a popular spot for paragliding and hang gliding due to its favorable wind conditions and panoramic vistas.

Allt Fawr, Caernarfonshire, presents nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the rugged beauty of the Welsh moorland and experience the awe-inspiring landscapes that Snowdonia National Park has to offer.

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Allt Fawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.895246/-4.4032085 or Grid Reference SH3835. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Y Maes, Pwllheli
Y Maes, Pwllheli
Class 158 Multiple Unit at Pwllheli
Class 158 Multiple Unit at Pwllheli
The Marina
The Marina
Harbour Dredgings? Appears to be a large mound of silt by the harbour light
Harbour Dredgings?
Appears to be a large mound of silt by the harbour light
Pwllheli Inner Harbour
Pwllheli Inner Harbour
Wetland west of Pwllheli harbour
Wetland west of Pwllheli harbour
End of the line at Pwllheli station The train will form the 15.37 departure to Machynlleth and - though unadvertised - onward to Aberystwyth.
End of the line at Pwllheli station
The train will form the 15.37 departure to Machynlleth and - though unadvertised - onward to Aberystwyth.
Start of the Cambrian Coast line The railway line to the wider world at Pwllheli railway station.
Start of the Cambrian Coast line
The railway line to the wider world at Pwllheli railway station.
Ebenezer Chapel, Abererch Built 1868 across the road from the established church and Cadw grade-II listed (21356 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=21356" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=21356">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ).
Ebenezer Chapel, Abererch
Built 1868 across the road from the established church and Cadw grade-II listed (21356 LinkExternal link ).
AHB (automatic half-barrier) level crossing, Pwllheli The road leads to the marina with an outcrop of the Allt Fawr rhyolitic tuff formation in the background, being igneous bedrock formed between 458.4 and 449 million years ago during the Ordovician period.
AHB (automatic half-barrier) level crossing, Pwllheli
The road leads to the marina with an outcrop of the Allt Fawr rhyolitic tuff formation in the background, being igneous bedrock formed between 458.4 and 449 million years ago during the Ordovician period.
Boats under repair, Pwllheli marina
Boats under repair, Pwllheli marina
Out of water The somewhat battered looking Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) out of water and under repair at Pwllheli.
Out of water
The somewhat battered looking Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) out of water and under repair at Pwllheli.
Boatyard, Pwllheli marina As well as numerous pleasure boats, several fishing boats are out of the water and under repair including the Little Xtra in the foreground, which is registered to Caernarfon (CO117) on the other side of the Llyn peninsula.
Boatyard, Pwllheli marina
As well as numerous pleasure boats, several fishing boats are out of the water and under repair including the Little Xtra in the foreground, which is registered to Caernarfon (CO117) on the other side of the Llyn peninsula.
Fishing boats under repair, Pwllheli marina To the left, the Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) and an unidentified boat being lifted by the crane/gantry thing.
Fishing boats under repair, Pwllheli marina
To the left, the Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) and an unidentified boat being lifted by the crane/gantry thing.
Heading out of the harbour A speedboat leaves Hafan Pwllheli (Pwllheli marina) and passes holiday chalets on the opposite bank.
Heading out of the harbour
A speedboat leaves Hafan Pwllheli (Pwllheli marina) and passes holiday chalets on the opposite bank.
Gorsaf Bad Achub Pwllheli (Pwllheli Lifeboat Station)
Gorsaf Bad Achub Pwllheli (Pwllheli Lifeboat Station)
Gorsedd stone circle, Bron Y De, Pwllheli The circle was possibly erected for the 1925 or 1955 Pwllheli Eisteddfods and will presumably see much activity during the 2023 festival. See:  <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorsedd_stones" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorsedd_stones">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for more on Gorsedd stones.  The grass is parched in the hot, dry summer of 2022.
Gorsedd stone circle, Bron Y De, Pwllheli
The circle was possibly erected for the 1925 or 1955 Pwllheli Eisteddfods and will presumably see much activity during the 2023 festival. See: LinkExternal link for more on Gorsedd stones. The grass is parched in the hot, dry summer of 2022.
Shingle beach at Pwllheli looking towards Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock) Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock) is a prominent outcrop of micro-gabbro (igneous bedrock formed between 485.4 and 443.8 million years ago during the Ordovician period) at the entrance to Pwllheli harbour and marina.
Shingle beach at Pwllheli looking towards Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock)
Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock) is a prominent outcrop of micro-gabbro (igneous bedrock formed between 485.4 and 443.8 million years ago during the Ordovician period) at the entrance to Pwllheli harbour and marina.
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Allt Fawr is located at Grid Ref: SH3835 (Lat: 52.895246, Lng: -4.4032085)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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