Y Wern

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Y Wern

Tir Plas Porthamel / Land at Plas Porthamel
Tir Plas Porthamel / Land at Plas Porthamel Credit: Ceri Thomas

Y Wern is a small village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated in the beautiful countryside, it is surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes. The village is nestled between the larger towns of Caernarfon and Pwllheli, making it a peaceful and tranquil retreat for residents and visitors alike.

Y Wern is known for its picturesque setting and its close proximity to the Snowdonia National Park, which offers a wide range of outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and fishing. The village itself has a small population, with a close-knit community that prides itself on its Welsh heritage and culture.

The village is home to a few amenities, including a local pub, a post office, and a small convenience store. The nearest schools and medical facilities are located in the nearby towns, providing easy access to essential services.

In terms of transportation, Y Wern is well connected to the surrounding areas. The A499 road runs close to the village, providing easy access to larger towns and cities. Public transport is also available, with regular bus services connecting Y Wern to nearby towns and villages.

Y Wern offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a rural retreat. Its stunning natural surroundings, strong sense of community, and convenient location make it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Y Wern Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.177098/-4.2158648 or Grid Reference SH5266. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tir Plas Porthamel / Land at Plas Porthamel
Tir Plas Porthamel / Land at Plas Porthamel
Creyr Glas / Grey Heron
Creyr Glas / Grey Heron
Severn Sisters Remains of a coastal slate boat.
Severn Sisters
Remains of a coastal slate boat.
Coed ym Mhlas Coch / Trees at Plas Coch
Coed ym Mhlas Coch / Trees at Plas Coch
Plas Dinorwig
Plas Dinorwig
Cychod Felinheli / Boats at Felinheli
Cychod Felinheli / Boats at Felinheli
O Fôn i'r Felinheli / Felinheli from Anglesey
O Fôn i'r Felinheli / Felinheli from Anglesey
Y Felinheli a'r Wyddfa / Felinheli and Snowdon
Y Felinheli a'r Wyddfa / Felinheli and Snowdon
Layby on the Westbound A487
Layby on the Westbound A487
Layby on Felinheli Bypass (Eastbound)
Layby on Felinheli Bypass (Eastbound)
Truck on the Y Felinheli Bypass (A487) DAF XF (CX18 MON) on the A487 near Y Felinheli.
Truck on the Y Felinheli Bypass (A487)
DAF XF (CX18 MON) on the A487 near Y Felinheli.
Bridge over the Y Felinheli Bypass near Carreg Goch
Bridge over the Y Felinheli Bypass near Carreg Goch
A487 at Plas Menai Roundabout Roadworks at the Plas Menai Roundabout as the diversion to the A487 (the new Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> ) is nearing completion (it would be opened later in the week).
A487 at Plas Menai Roundabout
Roadworks at the Plas Menai Roundabout as the diversion to the A487 (the new Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass LinkExternal link ) is nearing completion (it would be opened later in the week).
Lifting Bridge, Former Slate Dock, Y Felinheli
Lifting Bridge, Former Slate Dock, Y Felinheli
Gatehouse, Vaynol Estate
Gatehouse, Vaynol Estate
Vaynol Estate Wall, Menai Straits
Vaynol Estate Wall, Menai Straits
Gash in the hillside, below Bryn Covert The northern end of the new Caernarfon and Bontnewydd by-pass.
Gash in the hillside, below Bryn Covert
The northern end of the new Caernarfon and Bontnewydd by-pass.
A487, old and new In the foreground, the old A487 from Y Felinheli to Caernarfon [now the A4871]. Cutting through the hillside, the new A487 from Y Felinheli, bypassing both Caernarfon and Bontnewydd.
A487, old and new
In the foreground, the old A487 from Y Felinheli to Caernarfon [now the A4871]. Cutting through the hillside, the new A487 from Y Felinheli, bypassing both Caernarfon and Bontnewydd.
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Y Wern is located at Grid Ref: SH5266 (Lat: 53.177098, Lng: -4.2158648)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 10:30; Sa 11:00
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