Bryniau

Hill, Mountain in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Bryniau

A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor An Eastbound view, showing the snow-covered mountains of Snowdonia ahead. This section of the A55 makes up the Bangor Bypass and opened in 1983. — A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor Credit: Oliver Mills

Bryniau is a prominent hill/mountain located in Caernarfonshire, a historic county in northwest Wales. Situated near the town of Caernarfon, Bryniau offers breathtaking views and a range of outdoor activities for nature enthusiasts.

Rising to a height of approximately 1,200 feet (366 meters), Bryniau stands as an impressive landmark in the region. Its distinct geographical features include steep slopes, rocky outcrops, and a lush green landscape that is characteristic of the Welsh countryside. The summit provides a panoramic view of the surrounding area, including the Snowdonia National Park and the Menai Strait.

The hill/mountain is a popular destination for hikers and climbers, with several well-marked trails catering to varying levels of difficulty. The paths meander through heather-clad slopes and offer a chance to encounter diverse flora and fauna. Visitors can spot a variety of bird species, including red kites and peregrine falcons, as well as small mammals such as rabbits and foxes.

Bryniau also holds historical significance, as it is believed to have served as a defense point during ancient times. Ruins of an Iron Age hillfort can still be seen on its slopes, providing a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, Bryniau is a captivating destination for those seeking natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and a glimpse into Wales' rich history.

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Bryniau Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.218156/-4.1297579 or Grid Reference SH5771. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor

An Eastbound view, showing the snow-covered mountains of Snowdonia ahead. This section of the A55 makes up the Bangor Bypass and opened in 1983.

Oliver Mills

Eddie Stobart truck, Bangor

Meirion

A good biking surface on LÃ´n Las Ogwen

David Medcalf

The last of the leaves in the woodland

Next to Lôn Las Ogwen.

David Medcalf

Benchmark at Four Alls, Pant-caerhun

This benchmark is located on SE face of Four Alls in Pant-caerhun & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 85.7890m above the Newlyn datum.

Meirion

A5 to Bangor

The A5 is a major trunk road that runs 260 miles from London to Holyhead. It follows the course of an old Roman Road (Watling Street). Wikipedia: Link

N Chadwick

A5 The A5 is a major trunk road that runs 260 miles from London to Holyhead. It follows the course of an old Roman Road (Watling Street).
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The A5 is a major trunk road that runs 260 miles from London to Holyhead. It follows the course of an old Roman Road (Watling Street). Wikipedia: Link

N Chadwick

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the front of Four Alls Pant Caerhun. It marks a point 85.789m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

The A55 heading east

Steve Daniels

The A55 runs under a bridge near Caerhun

Steve Daniels

Commercial edge

Retail and catering on the edge of Bangor, adjacent to the supermarket development. Previously, this was a little-known back-road into the hilly hinterland of the town.

Jonathan Wilkins

Bridge over the North Wales Expressway near to Glasinfryn

The A55, also known as the North Wales Expressway (Gwibffordd Gogledd Cymru), is the major road in North Wales running for 88 miles between Chester and Holyhead via Conwy and Bangor. The A55 is a very high quality road, much of it rebuilt since the 1970s in response to traffic problems in Colwyn Bay, Colwyn and Llandudno caused by traffic having to pass through town centres on totally unsuitable streets, (especially in Conwy where lorries often scraped their paintwork as they passed through 12th century arches in the town's walls), leading to the construction of an east-west expressway bypassing the urban centres. It is a dual carriageway primary route for its entire length with the exception of the point where it crosses the Britannia Bridge over the Menai Strait. All of its junctions are grade separated except for two roundabouts; one east of Penmaenmawr and one in Llanfairfechan. The road originally ran from Chester to Bangor but was extended parallel to the A5 across Anglesey right into Holyhead Docks in 2001. Link

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David Dixon