Carreg yr Imbill

Coastal Feature, Headland, Point in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Carreg yr Imbill

Carreg yr Imbill is a prominent coastal feature located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. It is a headland or point that extends out into the Irish Sea, offering stunning panoramic views and acting as a natural boundary between the land and the sea.

The headland is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, with towering cliffs that provide a dramatic backdrop against the crashing waves below. Its name, Carreg yr Imbill, translates to "Rock of the Embers" in English, potentially alluding to the fiery sunsets that can be witnessed from this vantage point.

The headland is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to a variety of plant and animal species. The cliffs provide nesting sites for seabirds such as puffins, razorbills, and kittiwakes, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers. The surrounding waters are also teeming with marine life, including seals and dolphins, which can often be spotted swimming in the sea.

Carreg yr Imbill is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks along the coastal paths, taking in the breathtaking views and immersing themselves in the tranquil atmosphere. The headland is also a favorite spot for photographers, who come to capture the beauty of the rugged landscape and the ever-changing moods of the sea.

In conclusion, Carreg yr Imbill is a picturesque headland in Caernarfonshire, offering breathtaking views, rich biodiversity, and a tranquil escape for those seeking to connect with nature.

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Carreg yr Imbill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.881705/-4.3996204 or Grid Reference SH3834. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Y Maes, Pwllheli

Alpin Stewart

Class 158 Multiple Unit at Pwllheli

David Robinson

The Marina

Kevin Waterhouse

Harbour Dredgings?

Appears to be a large mound of silt by the harbour light

Kevin Waterhouse

Pwllheli Inner Harbour

Peter Whatley

Wetland west of Pwllheli harbour

Peter Whatley

End of the line at Pwllheli station

The train will form the 15.37 departure to Machynlleth and - though unadvertised - onward to Aberystwyth.

Peter Whatley

Start of the Cambrian Coast line

The railway line to the wider world at Pwllheli railway station.

Peter Whatley

AHB (automatic half-barrier) level crossing, Pwllheli

The road leads to the marina with an outcrop of the Allt Fawr rhyolitic tuff formation in the background, being igneous bedrock formed between 458.4 and 449 million years ago during the Ordovician period.

Bill Harrison

Boats under repair, Pwllheli marina

Bill Harrison

Out of water

The somewhat battered looking Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) out of water and under repair at Pwllheli.

Bill Harrison

Boatyard, Pwllheli marina

As well as numerous pleasure boats, several fishing boats are out of the water and under repair including the Little Xtra in the foreground, which is registered to Caernarfon (CO117) on the other side of the Llyn peninsula.

Bill Harrison

Fishing boats under repair, Pwllheli marina

To the left, the Kraken registered to Milford Haven (M675) and an unidentified boat being lifted by the crane/gantry thing.

Bill Harrison

Heading out of the harbour

A speedboat leaves Hafan Pwllheli (Pwllheli marina) and passes holiday chalets on the opposite bank.

Bill Harrison

Gorsaf Bad Achub Pwllheli (Pwllheli Lifeboat Station)

Bill Harrison

Gorsedd stone circle, Bron Y De, Pwllheli

The circle was possibly erected for the 1925 or 1955 Pwllheli Eisteddfods and will presumably see much activity during the 2023 festival. See: Link

for more on Gorsedd stones. The grass is parched in the hot, dry summer of 2022.

Bill Harrison

Shingle beach at Pwllheli looking towards Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock)

Crochan Berw (Gimblet Rock) is a prominent outcrop of micro-gabbro (igneous bedrock formed between 485.4 and 443.8 million years ago during the Ordovician period) at the entrance to Pwllheli harbour and marina.

Bill Harrison