Cwm Brwynog

Valley in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Cwm Brwynog

Penny Post by the Llanberis Path A custom I engaged in.
Penny Post by the Llanberis Path Credit: David Bremner

Cwm Brwynog is a picturesque valley located in the county of Caernarfonshire, in North Wales. Nestled amidst the stunning Snowdonia National Park, this valley boasts breathtaking natural beauty and a rich history.

Surrounded by lush green hills and mountains, Cwm Brwynog is a haven for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers. The valley is known for its diverse wildlife, including rare bird species and a variety of flora and fauna. Visitors can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the valley, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The valley is also home to several small, charming villages, where visitors can experience the warm hospitality and traditional Welsh culture. The village of Cwm Brwynog itself is a quaint settlement, with a handful of stone cottages and a historic church. The local community takes great pride in preserving the area's heritage and maintaining its rural charm.

Historically, Cwm Brwynog has been inhabited for centuries, with evidence of Bronze Age settlements and ancient burial mounds found in the vicinity. The valley also played a significant role in the slate industry during the 19th century, with numerous quarries dotting the landscape. Today, remnants of the industry can still be seen, adding to the valley's historical appeal.

Overall, Cwm Brwynog is a hidden gem in Caernarfonshire, offering visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and historical significance. Whether it's exploring the great outdoors or immersing oneself in the local heritage, this valley has something to offer for every type of traveler.

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Cwm Brwynog Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.082907/-4.1015707 or Grid Reference SH5956. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Penny Post by the Llanberis Path A custom I engaged in.
Penny Post by the Llanberis Path
A custom I engaged in.
From the Llanberis Path
From the Llanberis Path
Cloud Touches Snowdon Cloud came and went on the very summit of Snowdon. It never lingered and most often was clear.
Cloud Touches Snowdon
Cloud came and went on the very summit of Snowdon. It never lingered and most often was clear.
A View of Mount Snowdon Taken from the path that leads to Garnedd Ugain from the Llanberis path.
A View of Mount Snowdon
Taken from the path that leads to Garnedd Ugain from the Llanberis path.
Garnedd Ugain Trig Point Summit of Snowdon beyond.
Garnedd Ugain Trig Point
Summit of Snowdon beyond.
Clogwyn Station On the Snowdon Mountain Railway as seen from a Snowdon summit bound train
Clogwyn Station
On the Snowdon Mountain Railway as seen from a Snowdon summit bound train
Llanberis Path South of Halfway House as seen from ascending train
Llanberis Path
South of Halfway House as seen from ascending train
Heading for the summit Walkers and ultramarathon runners cross the rocky expanse about 1 km north of the summit of Snowdon.
Heading for the summit
Walkers and ultramarathon runners cross the rocky expanse about 1 km north of the summit of Snowdon.
A busy day on the Snowdon Ranger path... ...but it was nothing compared to the crowds on the Llanberis path.
A busy day on the Snowdon Ranger path...
...but it was nothing compared to the crowds on the Llanberis path.
Track under repair Trains on the Snowdon Mountain Railway could not make it all the way to the summit in 2022 for obvious reasons...   Anglesey and the Menai Strait can be seen in the distance.
Track under repair
Trains on the Snowdon Mountain Railway could not make it all the way to the summit in 2022 for obvious reasons... Anglesey and the Menai Strait can be seen in the distance.
Meeting of paths north of Snowdon summit Coming in from the left, the Snowdon Ranger path and climbing steeply to the right, the path to the summit of Garnedd Ugain (1065 m), the second highest peak in England and Wales.  In between them, the Llanberis path, which is the easiest and most popular route for visitors.  There were thousands of people tracking back and forth to the summit on a glorious July day in 2022.
Meeting of paths north of Snowdon summit
Coming in from the left, the Snowdon Ranger path and climbing steeply to the right, the path to the summit of Garnedd Ugain (1065 m), the second highest peak in England and Wales. In between them, the Llanberis path, which is the easiest and most popular route for visitors. There were thousands of people tracking back and forth to the summit on a glorious July day in 2022.
Almost up The gruelling final stage of the Pyg track zigzags up the side of the scree-laden south slope of Garnedd Ugain.
Almost up
The gruelling final stage of the Pyg track zigzags up the side of the scree-laden south slope of Garnedd Ugain.
The Snowdon Ranger path viewed from the Llanberis path The crowds are starting to thin out a bit by early afternoon on a very warm July day.  Moel Eilio looms in the background.
The Snowdon Ranger path viewed from the Llanberis path
The crowds are starting to thin out a bit by early afternoon on a very warm July day. Moel Eilio looms in the background.
Distant view of Clogwyn station Clogwyn was the terminus of the Snowdon Mountain Railway in 2022, as the track near the summit was being renewed.  Farms and houses in the Pass of Llanberis can be seen to the right, several hundred metres lower down.  The rocky outcrop behind the station is part of the 'bedded pyroclastic formation, being igneous bedrock formed between 458.4 and 449 million years ago during the Ordovician period.
Distant view of Clogwyn station
Clogwyn was the terminus of the Snowdon Mountain Railway in 2022, as the track near the summit was being renewed. Farms and houses in the Pass of Llanberis can be seen to the right, several hundred metres lower down. The rocky outcrop behind the station is part of the 'bedded pyroclastic formation, being igneous bedrock formed between 458.4 and 449 million years ago during the Ordovician period.
Clogwyn station in the landscape
Clogwyn station in the landscape
Llyn Du'r Arddu... ...as seen from the Llanberis path near Clogwyn station.   This is, I think, an example of a tarn: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarn_(lake)" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tarn_(lake)">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> .
Llyn Du'r Arddu...
...as seen from the Llanberis path near Clogwyn station. This is, I think, an example of a tarn: LinkExternal link .
Heading down on the Llanberis path... ...with the welcome sight of the Halfway House cafe in the distance.   Much farther back is the coastal plain and Anglesey.
Heading down on the Llanberis path...
...with the welcome sight of the Halfway House cafe in the distance. Much farther back is the coastal plain and Anglesey.
The Llanberis path just south of the Halfway House... ...which is just visible around the bend.
The Llanberis path just south of the Halfway House...
...which is just visible around the bend.
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Cwm Brwynog is located at Grid Ref: SH5956 (Lat: 53.082907, Lng: -4.1015707)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Located within 500m of 53.082907,-4.1015707
Bwlch Cwm-brwynog
Natural: saddle
Source: OS 1:25k
Lat/Long: 53.0802581/-4.1050228
Cwm Brwynog
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 53.0825106/-4.1019222
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 53.0801525/-4.1050003
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