Porth Fechan

Bay in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Porth Fechan

Cottages beside Afon Wen roundabout
Cottages beside Afon Wen roundabout Credit: Bill Harrison

Porth Fechan, located in Caernarfonshire, is a picturesque bay nestled along the rugged coastline of North Wales. With its stunning natural beauty and rich history, it has become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

The bay is known for its pristine sandy beach, which stretches for approximately 2 kilometers at low tide. The golden sands are backed by towering cliffs, creating a dramatic backdrop for visitors to enjoy. Porth Fechan offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and beach activities such as sunbathing, picnicking, and swimming in the clear waters.

The bay is also a haven for wildlife enthusiasts, as it is home to a diverse range of seabirds and marine life. Visitors can often spot species such as gulls, cormorants, and even seals basking on the rocks.

For those interested in history, Porth Fechan has a fascinating past. The remnants of an Iron Age hillfort, known as Dinas Dinlle, can be found nearby. This ancient fortification provides a glimpse into the area's early inhabitants and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the bay and the surrounding Snowdonia mountains.

Porth Fechan is easily accessible, with a car park and facilities available for visitors. It is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and its untouched charm and tranquil atmosphere make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a coastal retreat in Caernarfonshire.

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Porth Fechan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.896748/-4.3269127 or Grid Reference SH4335. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cottages beside Afon Wen roundabout
Cottages beside Afon Wen roundabout
Sunbathers, Afon Wen beach The beach has fine views of southern Snowdonia.
Sunbathers, Afon Wen beach
The beach has fine views of southern Snowdonia.
A497 at Afonwen village boundary
A497 at Afonwen village boundary
A497 at Hafan y Mor Holiday Park
A497 at Hafan y Mor Holiday Park
Porth Fechan
Porth Fechan
Traeth Afonwen - Afonwen beach Looking towards Hafan y Môr holiday park
Traeth Afonwen - Afonwen beach
Looking towards Hafan y Môr holiday park
Traeth Afonwen - Afonwen beach Looking across the estuary of Afon Wen towards Criccieth
Traeth Afonwen - Afonwen beach
Looking across the estuary of Afon Wen towards Criccieth
Aber Afon Wen - Afon Wen estuary Seen from the Wales Coast Path
Aber Afon Wen - Afon Wen estuary
Seen from the Wales Coast Path
Llwybr Arfordir Cymru - Wales Coast Path Heading from Afonwen to Hafan y Môr holiday park
Llwybr Arfordir Cymru - Wales Coast Path
Heading from Afonwen to Hafan y Môr holiday park
Afon Wen Looking upstream towards the bridge which formerly led to Afonwen Station
Afon Wen
Looking upstream towards the bridge which formerly led to Afonwen Station
House near Afon Wen The house is beside the old road.
House near Afon Wen
The house is beside the old road.
Roundabout at Afon Wen The road to Chwilog goes off to the left.
Roundabout at Afon Wen
The road to Chwilog goes off to the left.
Sunrise over Porthmadog Sunrise taken from just east of Gimblet Rock caravan club Pwllheli, towards Porthmadog.
Sunrise over Porthmadog
Sunrise taken from just east of Gimblet Rock caravan club Pwllheli, towards Porthmadog.
The A497 near Afon Wen
The A497 near Afon Wen
The A497 near Penychain
The A497 near Penychain
A train for Pwllheli departing from Penychain Penychain station is a request stop. It was once very busy on summer Saturdays with special trains operating for visitors to the nearby Butlin's holiday camp. The camp survives, but is now Hafan y Môr Holiday Park and most visitors probably arrive by car.
A train for Pwllheli departing from Penychain
Penychain station is a request stop. It was once very busy on summer Saturdays with special trains operating for visitors to the nearby Butlin's holiday camp. The camp survives, but is now Hafan y Môr Holiday Park and most visitors probably arrive by car.
Looking west from Penychain station A once busier past is denoted by the length of the bridge, allowing for three tracks in the station. The bridge carries a road that leads to local farms.
Looking west from Penychain station
A once busier past is denoted by the length of the bridge, allowing for three tracks in the station. The bridge carries a road that leads to local farms.
A lane leading from Penychain station to the main road
A lane leading from Penychain station to the main road
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Porth Fechan is located at Grid Ref: SH4335 (Lat: 52.896748, Lng: -4.3269127)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Porth Fechan
Natural: bay
Source: OS Open Names
Wikipedia: en:List of bays of Wales
Lat/Long: 52.8967644/-4.3269211
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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