Ceunant Cae-gwegi

Valley in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Ceunant Cae-gwegi

Capel Curig War Memorial This memorial stands on the inside corner of the bend in the A5 at the junction with the A4086, outside the former church of St Curig.

The memorial is in the form of a wheel cross standing on a pyramidal plinth. The front shaft of the cross bears the commemoration in Welsh “Er diolchus gof am y rhai a roddasant eu bywydau drosom o’r plwyf hwn yn y rhyfel 1914-1918.” This translates as: “In grateful memory of the ones from this parish who gave their lives on our behalf in the war 1914-1918” (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historypoints.org/index.php?page=capel-curig-war-memorial" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historypoints.org/index.php?page=capel-curig-war-memorial">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> History Points) — Capel Curig War Memorial Credit: David Dixon

Ceunant Cae-gwegi is a stunning valley located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Nestled within the Snowdonia National Park, this valley boasts breathtaking natural beauty and is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers.

The valley is characterized by its steep cliffs and rugged terrain, with the Afon Gwyrfai river meandering through it. The river is known for its crystal-clear waters and is a haven for various species of fish, making it a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Ceunant Cae-gwegi is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The lush vegetation includes ancient woodlands, moss-covered rocks, and colorful wildflowers that create a picturesque landscape. The valley is particularly famous for its population of rare and endangered bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts.

For those seeking adventure, Ceunant Cae-gwegi offers numerous hiking trails that cater to all levels of difficulty. The paths wind through the valley, offering breathtaking views of cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, and panoramic vistas of the surrounding mountains.

Visitors to Ceunant Cae-gwegi can also explore the nearby attractions, such as the historic town of Caernarfon with its famous 13th-century castle, or take a steam train journey on the Welsh Highland Railway.

Overall, Ceunant Cae-gwegi is a hidden gem within the Snowdonia National Park, offering a tranquil and awe-inspiring retreat for those seeking a connection with nature and a taste of Wales' rich natural heritage.

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Ceunant Cae-gwegi Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.096075/-3.8968564 or Grid Reference SH7357. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Capel Curig War Memorial

This memorial stands on the inside corner of the bend in the A5 at the junction with the A4086, outside the former church of St Curig. The memorial is in the form of a wheel cross standing on a pyramidal plinth. The front shaft of the cross bears the commemoration in Welsh “Er diolchus gof am y rhai a roddasant eu bywydau drosom o’r plwyf hwn yn y rhyfel 1914-1918.” This translates as: “In grateful memory of the ones from this parish who gave their lives on our behalf in the war 1914-1918” (Link

History Points)

David Dixon

The A5 at Capel Curig

The A5 is a major trunk road which runs for about 181 miles from London, in England, to Holyhead, in Wales. For part of its route, it follows a section of the Roman route which later took the Anglo-Saxon name Watling Street. At Oswestry, the A5 joins the A483 and becomes the bypass to the east of the town. It continues to multiplex with the A483 until it reaches Halton, where it diverges towards Llangollen and Holyhead.

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Gelli, near Capel Curig

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The bridleway to Crafnant

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Rocks below Clogwyn Mawr

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The footpath down to Bryntyrch

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The bridleway down to Capel Curig

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Perched erratic boulders above Capel Curig

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The bridleway down to Capel Curig

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An ancient bridge on the bridleway

The wonky sign states that the path goes through a garden and please respect this.

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Path protected from erosion - the old way

There is controversy (in 2022) about the National Park's heavy-handed treatment of the Crafnant bridleway. This is a good example of previous, landscape sensitive, work using natural stone. See other photos for the modern process.

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Path protected from erosion - the 2022 method

There is great controversy about the Snowdonia National Park using heavy machinery to dig up this bridleway and then resurfacing with gravel and not natural stone. This is already being washed out by recent storms in places, so the detractors seem to have a case.

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A section of resurfaced path

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Newly resurfaced path

Scraped out and filled with gravel, thus becoming a clichéd 'scar on the landscape' which is likely to be washed out by winter storms.

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Men at work

A digger and gravel pile, ready to cover the old stone path. It is not surprising that the National Park is getting adverse comments about this process.

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Llynnau Mymbyr

Llynnau Mymbyr are two lakes located in Dyffryn Mymbyr, a valley running from the village of Capel Curig to the Pen-y-Gwryd hotel in Snowdonia, north-west Wales. The A4086 runs along their northern banks. This is one lake, originally called Llyn Mymbyr, with a maximum depth of 30 feet. About 3/4 mile long in total, a delta has built up midway along the north shore, and this has to all purposes cut the lake in two - hence the plural name. The river feeding the lakes is the Nantygwryd, which has its source at Llyn Cwm-y-ffynnon, also marked on maps as the Nant Gwryd, which is a tributary of the Afon Llugwy. The two rivers join at Capel Curig.

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A4086, Capel Curig

The A4086 runs for almost 18 miles between Caernarfon and Capel Curig. It is a popular tourist route as it passes through some of the most memorable and famous parts of Snowdonia including the Llanberis Pass.

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