Yr Hen Erddi (The Old Allotments)

Downs, Moorland in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Yr Hen Erddi (The Old Allotments)

Llanberis Road approaching Bypass Remnants of the roadworks at the new roundabout where the A4086 meets the "new" A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass">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> which was due to be opened later in the week.
Llanberis Road approaching Bypass Credit: David Dixon

Yr Hen Erddi, also known as The Old Allotments, is a picturesque area located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated on the stunning Downs, it is surrounded by vast moorland that adds to its natural charm. This tranquil setting offers visitors a unique experience of the Welsh countryside.

The Old Allotments is a well-preserved piece of land that was historically used for agricultural purposes. The area consists of a series of small plots of land, each divided by low stone walls. These plots were traditionally used by local farmers to grow crops and raise livestock. Today, however, the land is no longer actively cultivated and has been left untouched, allowing nature to reclaim its space.

The landscape of Yr Hen Erddi is characterized by rolling hills covered in lush grasses and scattered with wildflowers. The moorland surrounding the allotments is home to a variety of native plant and animal species, creating a rich and diverse ecosystem. Visitors to the area can enjoy leisurely walks along the well-maintained paths, taking in the breathtaking scenery and immersing themselves in the peaceful ambiance.

The Old Allotments is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike. Its untouched beauty and idyllic setting make it a perfect location for capturing stunning images of the Welsh countryside. The area also offers a sense of tranquility and serenity, providing visitors with a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Yr Hen Erddi is a hidden gem in Caernarfonshire, showcasing the natural beauty and rich history of the region. Whether you are interested in exploring the moorland, observing wildlife, or simply enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, The Old Allotments is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a true taste of rural Wales.

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Yr Hen Erddi (The Old Allotments) Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.147388/-4.2695166 or Grid Reference SH4863. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Llanberis Road approaching Bypass Remnants of the roadworks at the new roundabout where the A4086 meets the "new" A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass">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> which was due to be opened later in the week.
Llanberis Road approaching Bypass
Remnants of the roadworks at the new roundabout where the A4086 meets the "new" A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass LinkExternal link which was due to be opened later in the week.
Illuminated castle
Illuminated castle
Pivot benchmark on quay wall, Caernarfon This pivot benchmark is on the water facing wall of Caernarfon quay just in front of the white bollard. As it is water facing it can only be safely observed from the opposite bank of Afon Seiont. The mark is not shown in the current Ordnance Survey database but is shown on a 1901 map of the area at a height of 9.8ft above the Liverpool datum.
Pivot benchmark on quay wall, Caernarfon
This pivot benchmark is on the water facing wall of Caernarfon quay just in front of the white bollard. As it is water facing it can only be safely observed from the opposite bank of Afon Seiont. The mark is not shown in the current Ordnance Survey database but is shown on a 1901 map of the area at a height of 9.8ft above the Liverpool datum.
Rivet benchmark on wall at base of the black tower of Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon This rivet benchmark is located on a low wall at the base of the black tower of Caernarfon castle & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 5.2300m above the Newlyn datum.
Rivet benchmark on wall at base of the black tower of Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon
This rivet benchmark is located on a low wall at the base of the black tower of Caernarfon castle & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 5.2300m above the Newlyn datum.
Victoria Dock
Victoria Dock
Walking route beside the Menai Straits
Walking route beside the Menai Straits
Tide out at Barras
Tide out at Barras
Lon Eifion - NCR 8
Lon Eifion - NCR 8
Inner Walls of Caernarfon Castle
Inner Walls of Caernarfon Castle
An old concrete 6 mile railway milepost besides cycle track, Caernarfon A relic of the old railway line which once ran along what is now a cycle track.
An old concrete 6 mile railway milepost besides cycle track, Caernarfon
A relic of the old railway line which once ran along what is now a cycle track.
Booking office at the Welsh Highland Railway's Caernarfon Station Booking office at the Welsh Highland Railway's northern Terminus at Caernarfon Station, with passengers making their way to the platform to catch the 11:00 train for Porthmadog.

The station lies on the trackbed of a former standard gauge railway built as the Carnarvonshire Railway and opened in 1862.  It continued northwards from this point, entering the tunnel whose mouth can just be seen in the middle distance.  This line was closed in 1964.  The current WHR station was opened in 1997.
Booking office at the Welsh Highland Railway's Caernarfon Station
Booking office at the Welsh Highland Railway's northern Terminus at Caernarfon Station, with passengers making their way to the platform to catch the 11:00 train for Porthmadog. The station lies on the trackbed of a former standard gauge railway built as the Carnarvonshire Railway and opened in 1862. It continued northwards from this point, entering the tunnel whose mouth can just be seen in the middle distance. This line was closed in 1964. The current WHR station was opened in 1997.
Passengers boarding the train at Caernarfon Station Passengers boarding the 11:00 Welsh Highland Railway train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog, while the engine (Garratt Class NG/G16 No.138) makes its way to the front of the train.

For the first three miles, from here to Dinas, the railway follows the course of the former standard gauge Carnarvonshire railway, which it shares with the Lôn Eifion cycle track.
Passengers boarding the train at Caernarfon Station
Passengers boarding the 11:00 Welsh Highland Railway train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog, while the engine (Garratt Class NG/G16 No.138) makes its way to the front of the train. For the first three miles, from here to Dinas, the railway follows the course of the former standard gauge Carnarvonshire railway, which it shares with the Lôn Eifion cycle track.
Harbour Offices, Caernarfon Offices of the Caernarfon Harbour Trust, which was established in 1793.

From the Trust's web site, "Caernarfon Harbour Trust is the authority responsible for the control of navigation and the provision and maintenance of navigational aids in the area from Britannia Bridge to Caernarfon Bay. It is also the competent Harbour Authority responsible for the provision of pilotage throughout the Menai Strait.  The Trust provides and maintains a number of moorings in the River Seiont and Port Dinorwic. Additionally, it also serves as manager for Victoria Dock Marina, Caernarfon."
Harbour Offices, Caernarfon
Offices of the Caernarfon Harbour Trust, which was established in 1793. From the Trust's web site, "Caernarfon Harbour Trust is the authority responsible for the control of navigation and the provision and maintenance of navigational aids in the area from Britannia Bridge to Caernarfon Bay. It is also the competent Harbour Authority responsible for the provision of pilotage throughout the Menai Strait. The Trust provides and maintains a number of moorings in the River Seiont and Port Dinorwic. Additionally, it also serves as manager for Victoria Dock Marina, Caernarfon."
The TARDIS lands at the Castle, Caernarfon
The TARDIS lands at the Castle, Caernarfon
The TARDIS materialises on the Queen's Gate at the Castle, Caernarfon
The TARDIS materialises on the Queen's Gate at the Castle, Caernarfon
Benchmark on South Road, Caernarfon This benchmark is located on the W side of South Road (Lôn Parc) on what is now the wall of the Tesco car park in Caernarfon & it is shown on an 1891 map of the area at a height of 63.1ft above the Liverpool datum.
Benchmark on South Road, Caernarfon
This benchmark is located on the W side of South Road (Lôn Parc) on what is now the wall of the Tesco car park in Caernarfon & it is shown on an 1891 map of the area at a height of 63.1ft above the Liverpool datum.
Benchmark on Lôn Parc, Caernarfon This benchmark is located on the E side of Lôn Parc (South Road) in Caernarfon & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 21.0101m above the Newlyn datum.
Benchmark on Lôn Parc, Caernarfon
This benchmark is located on the E side of Lôn Parc (South Road) in Caernarfon & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 21.0101m above the Newlyn datum.
Benchmark at 33 Marcus Street, Caernarfon This benchmark is located on the garden wall of No. 33 Marcus Street in Caernarfon and it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 30.54m above the Newlyn datum.
Benchmark at 33 Marcus Street, Caernarfon
This benchmark is located on the garden wall of No. 33 Marcus Street in Caernarfon and it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 30.54m above the Newlyn datum.
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Yr Hen Erddi (The Old Allotments) is located at Grid Ref: SH4863 (Lat: 53.147388, Lng: -4.2695166)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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