Pant-caerhun

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Pant-caerhun

A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor An Eastbound view, showing the snow-covered mountains of Snowdonia ahead. This section of the A55 makes up the Bangor Bypass and opened in 1983.
A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor Credit: Oliver Mills

Pant-caerhun is a village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated just 4 miles south of the town of Caernarfon, it is nestled within the picturesque countryside of Snowdonia National Park. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and offers stunning views of the nearby Menai Strait.

The origins of Pant-caerhun can be traced back to ancient times, with evidence of human activity in the area dating back to the Iron Age. The village takes its name from an Iron Age hillfort, Caerhun, which is located nearby. The hillfort is a significant historical site and attracts visitors interested in exploring its ancient ruins.

Pant-caerhun is a small, close-knit community with a population of around 300 residents. It is known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle. The village is home to a charming parish church, St. Mary's, which has stood for centuries and is a focal point for local religious activities.

Despite its small size, Pant-caerhun offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a community hall, a primary school, and a local pub that serves as a social hub for the village. Additionally, the surrounding area provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing, attracting nature enthusiasts from both near and far.

Overall, Pant-caerhun is a quiet and idyllic village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. Its rich history, stunning natural surroundings, and strong sense of community make it a desirable place to live for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of Wales.

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Pant-caerhun Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.202075/-4.139119 or Grid Reference SH5769. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor An Eastbound view, showing the snow-covered mountains of Snowdonia ahead. This section of the A55 makes up the Bangor Bypass and opened in 1983.
A typical road bridge over the A55, near Bangor
An Eastbound view, showing the snow-covered mountains of Snowdonia ahead. This section of the A55 makes up the Bangor Bypass and opened in 1983.
Eddie Stobart truck, Bangor
Eddie Stobart truck, Bangor
Eddie Stobart tanker, Bangor kathleen Amy H5953 PF19 WDK
Eddie Stobart tanker, Bangor
kathleen Amy H5953 PF19 WDK
Lôn Las Ogwen passes under the A55
Lôn Las Ogwen passes under the A55
Field and houses near Lôn Las Ogwen
Field and houses near Lôn Las Ogwen
Solid walls on the bridge over the Afon Cegin
Solid walls on the bridge over the Afon Cegin
A good biking surface on Lôn Las Ogwen
A good biking surface on Lôn Las Ogwen
The last of the leaves in the woodland Next to Lôn Las Ogwen.
The last of the leaves in the woodland
Next to Lôn Las Ogwen.
Sandstone walls on Lôn Las Ogwen
Sandstone walls on Lôn Las Ogwen
A large field near Fodol Newydd
A large field near Fodol Newydd
Cattle near Pont Cae-cerig
Cattle near Pont Cae-cerig
The lane to Brithdir Mawr The larger sign is for Cae Lai 'campio glampio' - an invented phrase, I think! But it does sound better than 'glamping'.
The lane to Brithdir Mawr
The larger sign is for Cae Lai 'campio glampio' - an invented phrase, I think! But it does sound better than 'glamping'.
The grassy lane to Brithdir
The grassy lane to Brithdir
An underpass below the A55
An underpass below the A55
A bridleway next to the A55 The A55 major highway is hidden by the trees to the left.
A bridleway next to the A55
The A55 major highway is hidden by the trees to the left.
A4087 towards Y Felinheli
A4087 towards Y Felinheli
Llys Orwig along the A4087
Llys Orwig along the A4087
Benchmark at  Four Alls, Pant-caerhun This benchmark is located on SE face of Four Alls in Pant-caerhun & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 85.7890m above the Newlyn datum.
Benchmark at Four Alls, Pant-caerhun
This benchmark is located on SE face of Four Alls in Pant-caerhun & it is shown in the current Ordnance Survey database at a height of 85.7890m above the Newlyn datum.
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Pant-caerhun is located at Grid Ref: SH5769 (Lat: 53.202075, Lng: -4.139119)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Pant Caerhun

What 3 Words

///spoiled.exhale.profited. Near Bangor, Gwynedd

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Caerhun
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Shelter
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