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Gaswallt

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Caernarfonshire

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Gaswallt

Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
Landing on Bardsey Credit: Richard Webb

Gaswallt, located in Caernarfonshire, is a prominent headland and coastal feature situated on the northwestern coast of Wales. Occupying a strategic position, it extends into the Irish Sea and offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Gaswallt is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, which juts out into the sea, forming a natural promontory. The headland is composed of ancient volcanic rocks, creating dramatic cliffs that tower over the crashing waves below. These cliffs are a haven for a variety of seabirds, including razorbills, guillemots, and fulmars, which nest along the sheer faces.

The headland is accessible via a well-maintained footpath that winds its way along the coast, providing visitors with a chance to explore the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this unique coastal habitat. Dotted along the path are small coves and secluded beaches, offering opportunities for beachcombing and relaxation.

Gaswallt is also of historical significance, with remnants of an Iron Age hillfort visible on its slopes. The hillfort, dating back to around 500 BC, provides a glimpse into the region's ancient past and offers a fascinating insight into the lives of its early inhabitants.

Its location on the Welsh coast makes Gaswallt an excellent spot for outdoor enthusiasts, with activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography being popular among visitors. The headland's undisturbed natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere make it a haven for those seeking solace and a connection with nature.

In summary, Gaswallt is a captivating headland and coastal feature in Caernarfonshire, Wales. With its rugged cliffs, diverse wildlife, and historical significance, it offers a unique and enriching experience for all who visit.

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Gaswallt Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.753129/-4.7935609 or Grid Reference SH1120. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Landing on Bardsey There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
Landing on Bardsey
There was a transfer to a smaller boat for the landing. The crossing was by a larger fast catamaran, similar to the one used for trips out of Crinan to Jura, Scarab etc. The boat is heading for the inlet of Cafn Enlli where there is a slip.
View from Mynydd Enlli The mountain on Ynys Enlli / Bardsey with a view to the south of the island. The small inlet of Cafn Enlli is visible in front of the bigger bay on the left. This is where boats land or leave from.
View from Mynydd Enlli
The mountain on Ynys Enlli / Bardsey with a view to the south of the island. The small inlet of Cafn Enlli is visible in front of the bigger bay on the left. This is where boats land or leave from.
The misty isle The title might suggest the Isle of Skye, but this is Ynys Enlli [Bardsey] shrouded in sea mist on a warm September day.
The misty isle
The title might suggest the Isle of Skye, but this is Ynys Enlli [Bardsey] shrouded in sea mist on a warm September day.
Bardsey Island from Pen y Cil Bardsey Island is known as the Island of 20,000 saints whilst its Welsh name, Ynys Enlli, refers to it as the Island of Currents. The English name refers to bards or chieftains. Bardsey has a bird observatory, a lighthouse and was made a National Nature Reserve in 1986. In the midground the shallow rocky outcrop in the sea is Carreg Ddu or Black stone.
Bardsey Island from Pen y Cil
Bardsey Island is known as the Island of 20,000 saints whilst its Welsh name, Ynys Enlli, refers to it as the Island of Currents. The English name refers to bards or chieftains. Bardsey has a bird observatory, a lighthouse and was made a National Nature Reserve in 1986. In the midground the shallow rocky outcrop in the sea is Carreg Ddu or Black stone.
The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island
The main - and only - road on Bardsey Island
Bardsey view From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse
Bardsey view
From the farm buildings towards the lighthouse
The Old School, Bardsey Island The School House was originally the 'old chapel' building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.
The Old School, Bardsey Island
The School House was originally the 'old chapel' building for islanders until a more formal school was established in 1875 for the twelve students on the island at the time.
Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation
Plas Bach, Ynys Enlli
These buildings are now used to house the tourists who come to Bardsey Island on vacation
Bardsey Abbey The fragmentary remains of the thirteenth century Augustinian abbey who took over from the ancient Celtic foundation of the sixth century. Nearby a Celtic cross stands commemorating the now mostly Christian religious past and very numerous, 20,000, saints reputed to have been buried in or near the site.
Bardsey Abbey
The fragmentary remains of the thirteenth century Augustinian abbey who took over from the ancient Celtic foundation of the sixth century. Nearby a Celtic cross stands commemorating the now mostly Christian religious past and very numerous, 20,000, saints reputed to have been buried in or near the site.
On the slopes of Mynydd Enlli Looking north towards Bae'r Nant
On the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Looking north towards Bae'r Nant
Bardsey Island Looking down on the hamlet from the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Bardsey Island
Looking down on the hamlet from the slopes of Mynydd Enlli
Bardsey Island Looking down on the main centre of the island from Mynydd Enlli
Bardsey Island
Looking down on the main centre of the island from Mynydd Enlli
Swnt Enlli - Bardsey Sound The area of the Irish Sea between the island and the mainland, from the mountaintop
Swnt Enlli - Bardsey Sound
The area of the Irish Sea between the island and the mainland, from the mountaintop
View east from the top of Bardsey Mountain
View east from the top of Bardsey Mountain
The steep eastern side of Bardsey Mountain
The steep eastern side of Bardsey Mountain
On top of Mynydd Enlli Over Bardsey Sound is the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula; the two peaks on the left are Mynydd Mawr and Mynydd Anelog.
On top of Mynydd Enlli
Over Bardsey Sound is the tip of the Lleyn Peninsula; the two peaks on the left are Mynydd Mawr and Mynydd Anelog.
Faint path along the ridge of Mynydd Enlli
Faint path along the ridge of Mynydd Enlli
Heading south on Bardsey Mountain The little promontory of Pen Diban ahead, with the lighthouse
Heading south on Bardsey Mountain
The little promontory of Pen Diban ahead, with the lighthouse
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Gaswallt is located at Grid Ref: SH1120 (Lat: 52.753129, Lng: -4.7935609)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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