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Rabbit Warren

Downs, Moorland in Merionethshire

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Rabbit Warren

St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog Credit: John H Darch

Rabbit Warren, located in the county of Merionethshire, is a picturesque area known for its sprawling downs and moorland. This region is characterized by its rolling hills, lush greenery, and abundance of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The downs in Rabbit Warren offer stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its gentle slopes covered in vibrant heather and grasses. These open grasslands are ideal for grazing animals, and it is not uncommon to spot sheep and cattle roaming freely. Additionally, the downs provide a serene setting for leisurely walks and picnics, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the tranquility of the countryside.

The moorland in Rabbit Warren is a diverse ecosystem, home to a variety of plant and animal species. This rugged terrain is characterized by its vast expanses of heath and bog, interspersed with rocky outcrops. Moorland birds such as curlews, lapwings, and red grouse can be spotted here, along with other wildlife including hares, foxes, and even the occasional wild rabbit.

Rabbit Warren offers a range of outdoor activities for visitors to enjoy. Walking and hiking trails crisscross the downs and moorland, providing opportunities to explore the natural beauty of the area. Birdwatching and photography are also popular pastimes, allowing visitors to capture the unique flora and fauna that call this region home.

With its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, Rabbit Warren, Merionethshire (Downs, Moorland) is an idyllic destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.946625/-3.97582 or Grid Reference SH6740. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
Towards Dduallt Station Dduallt Station and the Dduallt Deviation. Seen from the 'Mountain Prince' excursion which takes passengers from Porthmadog to a trip round The Spiral on the deviation then returning via Tan-y-Bwlch for refreshments at the cafe.
Towards Dduallt Station
Dduallt Station and the Dduallt Deviation. Seen from the 'Mountain Prince' excursion which takes passengers from Porthmadog to a trip round The Spiral on the deviation then returning via Tan-y-Bwlch for refreshments at the cafe.
A double-fairlie on the loop at Dduallt In the days when Dduallt was the upper terminus of the Ffestiniog Railway and the 'Deviationists' were working hard to extend the line to Blaenau. Here, the locomotive is running round prior to taking its train back to Porthmadog.
A double-fairlie on the loop at Dduallt
In the days when Dduallt was the upper terminus of the Ffestiniog Railway and the 'Deviationists' were working hard to extend the line to Blaenau. Here, the locomotive is running round prior to taking its train back to Porthmadog.
Ffestiniog Railway, Ddault, 1969 The upper terminus at the time. Work was in progress on the spiral deviation to lift the line above the level of Tanygrisiau Reservoir, which had flooded the original route. This old route is blocked by the white gate.
Ffestiniog Railway, Ddault, 1969
The upper terminus at the time. Work was in progress on the spiral deviation to lift the line above the level of Tanygrisiau Reservoir, which had flooded the original route. This old route is blocked by the white gate.
'Earl of Merioneth' at Dduallt – 1970 This was just a couple of years after the extension to Dduallt was opened to passenger service, with the embankment of the new deviation beginning to take shape.
'Earl of Merioneth' at Dduallt – 1970
This was just a couple of years after the extension to Dduallt was opened to passenger service, with the embankment of the new deviation beginning to take shape.
'Earl of Merioneth' running round at Dduallt – 1970 This was the terminus of the line from 1968 to 1977 when the new extension came into use. The track layout has since been changed so that there is no longer a passing loop, the right hand track being merely a siding.
'Earl of Merioneth' running round at Dduallt – 1970
This was the terminus of the line from 1968 to 1977 when the new extension came into use. The track layout has since been changed so that there is no longer a passing loop, the right hand track being merely a siding.
Waiting for departure, Dduallt – 1970 In the background is the incomplete bridge that would carry the spiral of the deviation enabling the line to eventually reach Blaenau Ffestiniog again.
Waiting for departure, Dduallt – 1970
In the background is the incomplete bridge that would carry the spiral of the deviation enabling the line to eventually reach Blaenau Ffestiniog again.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on Tafarn Trip. It marks a point 82.311m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on Tafarn Trip. It marks a point 82.311m above mean sea level.
A496 near Pont Taly-y-bont The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
A496 near Pont Taly-y-bont
The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
A496 passing Ffatri Farm The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
A496 passing Ffatri Farm
The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Layby on the A496, Vale of Ffestiniog The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Layby on the A496, Vale of Ffestiniog
The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
A487, Maentwrog The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487">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>
A487, Maentwrog
The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. LinkExternal link
A487 near Tan-y-bwlch The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487">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>
A487 near Tan-y-bwlch
The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. LinkExternal link
DAF Truck on the A487 near Plas Farm The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.sabre-roads.org.uk/wiki/index.php?title=A487">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>
DAF Truck on the A487 near Plas Farm
The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. LinkExternal link
Chapel at Maentwrog The old chapel beside the A487 at Maentwrog. The picture is taken from a car crossing the Afon Dwyryd bridge in the Vale of Ffestiniog at the junction with the A496.
Chapel at Maentwrog
The old chapel beside the A487 at Maentwrog. The picture is taken from a car crossing the Afon Dwyryd bridge in the Vale of Ffestiniog at the junction with the A496.
A496 near Maentwrog
A496 near Maentwrog
Looking across the Dwyryd valley, near Maentwrog Across the valley is Coed Ty Coch, and the summit of Moelwyn Bach in the far distance
Looking across the Dwyryd valley, near Maentwrog
Across the valley is Coed Ty Coch, and the summit of Moelwyn Bach in the far distance
The Old School, Maentwrog Grade II listed late C19 school in the centre of the village
The Old School, Maentwrog
Grade II listed late C19 school in the centre of the village
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Rabbit Warren is located at Grid Ref: SH6740 (Lat: 52.946625, Lng: -3.97582)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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