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Glan-yr-afon

Settlement in Merionethshire

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Glan-yr-afon

Sheep grazing in Cwmtirmynach Sheep grazing in a field in Cwmtirmynach, viewed here from the B4501.
Sheep grazing in Cwmtirmynach Credit: Philip Halling

Glan-yr-afon is a small village located in Merionethshire, Wales. Situated along the beautiful River Afon, the village is known for its stunning natural surroundings and picturesque views. The name Glan-yr-afon translates to "bank of the river," which accurately describes the village's location.

The village is home to a small population of residents who enjoy a peaceful and tranquil way of life. The architecture in Glan-yr-afon is a mix of traditional Welsh cottages and more modern homes, giving the village a charming and quaint atmosphere.

Local amenities in the village include a small convenience store, a village hall, and a pub where residents can socialize and relax. The surrounding countryside offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and birdwatching.

Overall, Glan-yr-afon is a hidden gem in Merionethshire, offering a peaceful retreat for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Welsh countryside.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.955268/-3.6236894 or Grid Reference SH9141. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sheep grazing in Cwmtirmynach Sheep grazing in a field in Cwmtirmynach, viewed here from the B4501.
Sheep grazing in Cwmtirmynach
Sheep grazing in a field in Cwmtirmynach, viewed here from the B4501.
Upland to the east of the B4501 Grazing and upland to the east of the B4501 near Glan-yr-Afon.
Upland to the east of the B4501
Grazing and upland to the east of the B4501 near Glan-yr-Afon.
Meadow and Maes-y-gadfa Covert Meadow in the Afon Mynach valley and Maes-y-gadfa Covert viewed from the B4501.
Meadow and Maes-y-gadfa Covert
Meadow in the Afon Mynach valley and Maes-y-gadfa Covert viewed from the B4501.
View across Cwmtirmynach View across Cwmtirmynach with the Arenigs in the distance.
View across Cwmtirmynach
View across Cwmtirmynach with the Arenigs in the distance.
Road to Cwm Penanner Road to Cwm Penanner, viewed from its junction with the B4501 near Nant-y-cyrtiau.
Road to Cwm Penanner
Road to Cwm Penanner, viewed from its junction with the B4501 near Nant-y-cyrtiau.
Entrance to Glan-yr-Afon
Entrance to Glan-yr-Afon
House at Tyn-y-bont
House at Tyn-y-bont
The old chapel by the A4212 It is now a house.
The old chapel by the A4212
It is now a house.
From north of Bala across Coed Penmaen-mawr, and up Mynach River: aerial 2015 See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4699373">SH9140 : Up the Tryweryn River valley from Bala: aerial 2015</a>.
From north of Bala across Coed Penmaen-mawr, and up Mynach River: aerial 2015
See also SH9140 : Up the Tryweryn River valley from Bala: aerial 2015.
Up the Tryweryn River valley from Bala: aerial 2015 See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4699345">SH9041 : From north of Bala across Coed Penmaen-mawr, and up Mynach River: aerial 2015</a>.
Up the Tryweryn River valley from Bala: aerial 2015
See also SH9041 : From north of Bala across Coed Penmaen-mawr, and up Mynach River: aerial 2015.
The B4501 at Pont Mynachddwr
The B4501 at Pont Mynachddwr
Farmland near Frongoch
Farmland near Frongoch
Cwmtirmynach Chapel
Cwmtirmynach Chapel
Neuadd Mynach, Cwmtirmynach A local community hall.
Neuadd Mynach, Cwmtirmynach
A local community hall.
Old railway bridge at Frongoch This old bridge crosses the Afon Tryweryn just south of the site of the old Frongoch Station. These days it carries a track to Rhyd-y-defaid Farm, but originally carried the Bala to Blaneau Ffestiniog branch of the Great Western Railway. The line closed in 1965.
Old railway bridge at Frongoch
This old bridge crosses the Afon Tryweryn just south of the site of the old Frongoch Station. These days it carries a track to Rhyd-y-defaid Farm, but originally carried the Bala to Blaneau Ffestiniog branch of the Great Western Railway. The line closed in 1965.
Y Foel Hill near Frongoch
Y Foel
Hill near Frongoch
Frongoch Station Station building on the former GWR Blaenau Ffestiniog to Bala junction line, closed in 1960's due to the construction of the Llyn Celyn reservoir.
Frongoch Station
Station building on the former GWR Blaenau Ffestiniog to Bala junction line, closed in 1960's due to the construction of the Llyn Celyn reservoir.
View to the Arenigs View to the Arenig range from above Tynddol.
View to the Arenigs
View to the Arenig range from above Tynddol.
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Glan-yr-afon is located at Grid Ref: SH9141 (Lat: 52.955268, Lng: -3.6236894)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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