Y Trwyn

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Y Trwyn

Dinas Head Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Dinas Head Credit: Deborah Tilley

Y Trwyn is a prominent coastal feature located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is a headland that juts out into the sea, forming a distinctive point along the coastline. The name "Y Trwyn" translates to "The Nose" in English, which accurately describes its shape and prominence in the area.

The headland is characterized by its rugged cliffs, which rise steeply from the sea, creating a dramatic and picturesque landscape. These cliffs are composed of sedimentary rocks, primarily sandstone and shale, which have been shaped by erosion over millions of years. The constant battering of the waves against the cliffs has resulted in the formation of sea caves and rock arches, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Y Trwyn is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The grassy slopes and rocky outcrops provide habitat for various species of plants, including sea thrift, sea campion, and rock samphire. The surrounding waters are rich in marine life, with seals often spotted basking on the rocks and a variety of seabirds nesting along the cliffs, including fulmars, guillemots, and razorbills.

The headland offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding coastline, with the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park stretching out to the north and south. It is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, who can explore the numerous walking trails that wind their way along the cliffs and through the surrounding countryside.

Overall, Y Trwyn is a remarkable coastal feature, combining breathtaking natural beauty with rich biodiversity, making it a must-visit location for anyone exploring the Pembrokeshire coastline.

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Y Trwyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.026353/-4.8934819 or Grid Reference SN0140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dinas Head Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Dinas Head
Seen from the road from Fishguard to Newport
Aber Rhigian
Aber Rhigian
Perilous point There is some inconsistency between different versions of the Ordnance Survey as to whether this or the next headland is Pen Sidan. Either way, the only reason for scrambling down here was to claim another green square! It's very steep and accessible only via paths made by sheep - and even they sometimes come a cropper, as reported in the local newspaper recently:

"Things went a bit woolly for Fishguard's inshore lifeboat crew yesterday afternoon, as they had a sheep on board.
The animal had become stranded at the bottom of a cliff near Dinas Head. Fishguard coastguard rescue team was also called to the scene.
The baaad sheep was helped aboard the inshore lifeboat, who landed in a safe place. They then delivered the animal to the coastguard team who took her back to the farmer."
Perilous point
There is some inconsistency between different versions of the Ordnance Survey as to whether this or the next headland is Pen Sidan. Either way, the only reason for scrambling down here was to claim another green square! It's very steep and accessible only via paths made by sheep - and even they sometimes come a cropper, as reported in the local newspaper recently: "Things went a bit woolly for Fishguard's inshore lifeboat crew yesterday afternoon, as they had a sheep on board. The animal had become stranded at the bottom of a cliff near Dinas Head. Fishguard coastguard rescue team was also called to the scene. The baaad sheep was helped aboard the inshore lifeboat, who landed in a safe place. They then delivered the animal to the coastguard team who took her back to the farmer."
Inaccessible cove Tiny bay visitable only by boat: note the float and line left to mark the spot a lobster pot has been dropped.
Inaccessible cove
Tiny bay visitable only by boat: note the float and line left to mark the spot a lobster pot has been dropped.
Gull's egg The egg has been broken into and the torn shell left lying in the grass. Another bird is most likely to have been the culprit.
Gull's egg
The egg has been broken into and the torn shell left lying in the grass. Another bird is most likely to have been the culprit.
Dinas Head The rugged promontory of Dinas Head (142m amsl) - seen here from Saddle Point above Fishguard Harbour.
Dinas Head
The rugged promontory of Dinas Head (142m amsl) - seen here from Saddle Point above Fishguard Harbour.
Cliffs at Pen Castell
Cliffs at Pen Castell
Pembrokeshire Coast Path leading up Pen y Fan
Pembrokeshire Coast Path leading up Pen y Fan
St Brynach's Church
St Brynach's Church
Pwll Glas on Dinas Island
Pwll Glas on Dinas Island
View of the coast from near Pen Castell
View of the coast from near Pen Castell
Coast path heading north
Coast path heading north
Church of St Brynach remains At Cwm-yr-Eglwys
Church of St Brynach remains
At Cwm-yr-Eglwys
Cwm-yr-Eglwys Beach View from the sea wall round to Pig y Baw
Cwm-yr-Eglwys Beach
View from the sea wall round to Pig y Baw
Cwm-yr-Eglwys Beach View to Trywn Isaac with more of the sea defences on the far right
Cwm-yr-Eglwys Beach
View to Trywn Isaac with more of the sea defences on the far right
Remains of St Brynach's church
Remains of St Brynach's church
Trig Point on Pen y Fan, Dinas Head
Trig Point on Pen y Fan, Dinas Head
Churchyard and ruined church, Cwm yr Eglwys All that remains of the church of St Brynach, the rest having been washed away by the so-called Royal Charter Storm of October 1859.   A somewhat melancholy sight, all the more so on a drizzly afternoon. 

As for the meaning of the name, if this were Cornwall rather than West Wales, the wording on the map might well be 'Church Cove'.
Churchyard and ruined church, Cwm yr Eglwys
All that remains of the church of St Brynach, the rest having been washed away by the so-called Royal Charter Storm of October 1859. A somewhat melancholy sight, all the more so on a drizzly afternoon. As for the meaning of the name, if this were Cornwall rather than West Wales, the wording on the map might well be 'Church Cove'.
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Y Trwyn is located at Grid Ref: SN0140 (Lat: 52.026353, Lng: -4.8934819)

Unitary Authority: Pembrokeshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///typed.divorcing.tangible. Near Newport, Pembrokeshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.026353,-4.8934819
Cwm-yr-Eglwys
Created By: Potlatch 0.9b
Is In: Pembrokeshire
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q5197179
Lat/Long: 52.023018/-4.8955484
Toilets
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.0236264/-4.895611
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:15; Sa 09:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: SA42 66
Royal Cypher: VR
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2023-06-19
Lat/Long: 52.0229675/-4.8947189
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.0238113/-4.8949582
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.0237606/-4.8948414
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.0236914/-4.8947937
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.0236212/-4.8947413
Give Way
Direction: forward
Lat/Long: 52.0230908/-4.8953769
Aber Gwyn
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 52.0237057/-4.8918721
Saint Brynach's Belfry
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 52.0234984/-4.8946682
Leisure: slipway
Lat/Long: 52.0233783/-4.8945234
Bench
Lat/Long: 52.0234508/-4.8946232
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