Seion

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Seion

St Deiniol's Church, Llanddeiniolen
St Deiniol's Church, Llanddeiniolen Credit: Chris Andrews

Seion is a small village located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated in the picturesque countryside of North Wales, it is nestled between the towns of Llanrug and Penygroes. The village is set against a backdrop of rolling hills and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Snowdonia National Park.

Seion is primarily a rural community with a close-knit population. It is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is characterized by its charming traditional Welsh architecture, with many stone-built houses and cottages scattered throughout.

The heart of Seion is the local chapel, also named Seion, which serves as a focal point for the community. The chapel has a strong religious influence and plays an important role in village life, hosting weekly services and various community events. The chapel is surrounded by a well-maintained cemetery, where many generations of Seion residents have been laid to rest.

While Seion is a small village, it offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a primary school, a post office, and a few local shops. The village is also home to several farms, contributing to the agricultural heritage of the area.

Despite its rural setting, Seion benefits from good transportation links, with the nearby A4086 road connecting it to larger towns and cities in the region. Additionally, the village is within reach of popular tourist attractions such as Mount Snowdon, making it an attractive base for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

In summary, Seion is a picturesque and close-knit village in Caernarfonshire, Wales. With its tranquil setting, traditional architecture, and strong sense of community, it offers a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike.

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Seion Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.180764/-4.173977 or Grid Reference SH5467. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Deiniol's Church, Llanddeiniolen
St Deiniol's Church, Llanddeiniolen
Wetland at Llanddeiniolen The Carneddau form the background.
Wetland at Llanddeiniolen
The Carneddau form the background.
Llanddeiniolen, Gwynedd Sheep grazing on pasture land to the east of Llanddeiniolen and to the south of Snowdonia, which can be seen in the distance.
Llanddeiniolen, Gwynedd
Sheep grazing on pasture land to the east of Llanddeiniolen and to the south of Snowdonia, which can be seen in the distance.
Service Bus on the A4244 Gwynfor Coaches Alexander Dennis Enviro 200 Dart, YX11 AEJ on route number 85 towards Bangor. (A4244, Ynys lago bus stop).
Service Bus on the A4244
Gwynfor Coaches Alexander Dennis Enviro 200 Dart, YX11 AEJ on route number 85 towards Bangor. (A4244, Ynys lago bus stop).
Tractor passing Ty Mawr Cottage
Tractor passing Ty Mawr Cottage
B4547 near Tyddyn-Forgan
B4547 near Tyddyn-Forgan
B4547 near Coed Ty'n-llwyn
B4547 near Coed Ty'n-llwyn
Bends on the B4547
Bends on the B4547
Bridge over the B4547 The B4547 passes under the A487 (Y Felinheli bypass).
Bridge over the B4547
The B4547 passes under the A487 (Y Felinheli bypass).
A487, Y Felinheli Bypass
A487, Y Felinheli Bypass
Layby on the Westbound A487
Layby on the Westbound A487
A4244, Glanrhyd
A4244, Glanrhyd
Grassland above Y Felinheli
Grassland above Y Felinheli
A sheep field near Y Felinheli
A sheep field near Y Felinheli
Rough grazing near Greenwood Forest Park
Rough grazing near Greenwood Forest Park
Woodland and rushes near Gwyndy
Woodland and rushes near Gwyndy
Almost a green tunnel The busy A487 is just a few yards to the left, hidden by the trees.
Almost a green tunnel
The busy A487 is just a few yards to the left, hidden by the trees.
The minor road next to the A487
The minor road next to the A487
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Seion is located at Grid Ref: SH5467 (Lat: 53.180764, Lng: -4.173977)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.180764,-4.173977
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.1795022/-4.1758376
Seion
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 53.1797708/-4.1757901
Cae-rhos Terrace
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1824815/-4.1734262
Pen-Y-Graig
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 141.145
Man Made: survey_point
Note: Accurate location import for imagery offset calibration. Please do not move.
Ref: S7303
Source: Ordnance Survey (OGL)
Survey Point: pillar
Tpuk Ref: TP5415
Lat/Long: 53.182335/-4.1766694
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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