Bontnewydd

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Bontnewydd

Cambr croes / Cross cambre Note the angle of the traffic cones compared with the upright telephone pole.
Cambr croes / Cross cambre Credit: Ceri Thomas

Bontnewydd is a small village located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, in the northwest region of Wales, United Kingdom. Situated just two miles southeast of the town of Caernarfon, Bontnewydd is nestled in a picturesque setting, surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and the majestic Snowdonia National Park.

The village takes its name from the Welsh language, with "Bont" meaning bridge and "newydd" meaning new, referring to the bridge that crosses the nearby Afon Gwyrfai river. This river, along with the nearby Afon Cegin, provides a beautiful backdrop to the village, creating opportunities for scenic walks and outdoor activities.

Bontnewydd is a close-knit community with a population of around 1,500 residents. The village offers various amenities, including a primary school, a post office, a community center, and a local pub. The area also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting Bontnewydd to the nearby towns and villages.

The village is rich in history, with evidence of human settlements dating back to the prehistoric era. It is also known for its connection to the Welsh language and culture, with many residents speaking Welsh as their first language. Bontnewydd is proud of its heritage and hosts various cultural events throughout the year, celebrating Welsh traditions, music, and folklore.

Overall, Bontnewydd offers a tranquil and scenic environment, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle, while still being within close proximity to urban amenities and the stunning natural beauty of Snowdonia.

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Bontnewydd Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.116211/-4.270648 or Grid Reference SH4860. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cambr croes / Cross cambre Note the angle of the traffic cones compared with the upright telephone pole.
Cambr croes / Cross cambre
Note the angle of the traffic cones compared with the upright telephone pole.
Dyffryn Gwyrfai Note the lush lowland pastures compared with the bleak uplands in the background.
Dyffryn Gwyrfai
Note the lush lowland pastures compared with the bleak uplands in the background.
Dinas Dinoethwy Possibly the site of an iron age settlement, although the evidence is inconclusive.
Dinas Dinoethwy
Possibly the site of an iron age settlement, although the evidence is inconclusive.
Pont dros ffordd osgoi Bontnewydd / Bridge over the Bontnewydd bypass
Pont dros ffordd osgoi Bontnewydd / Bridge over the Bontnewydd bypass
Capel Glanrhyd
Capel Glanrhyd
Taith gerdded elusennol  / Charity walk (2)
Taith gerdded elusennol / Charity walk (2)
The church at Dinas
The church at Dinas
Public bridleway to Bontnewydd A field edge footpath.
Public bridleway to Bontnewydd
A field edge footpath.
Giât fach mewn wal carreg sych This small gate off a bridleway leads to no path or building, just a field.
Giât fach mewn wal carreg sych
This small gate off a bridleway leads to no path or building, just a field.
Llwybr march, edrych i'r gorllewin / Bridleway, looking west Walled and hedged and becoming increasing overgrown.
Llwybr march, edrych i'r gorllewin / Bridleway, looking west
Walled and hedged and becoming increasing overgrown.
Defaid, rhai ag ŵyn / Sheep, some with lambs On the north side of the bridleway, near Bodwyn.
Defaid, rhai ag ŵyn / Sheep, some with lambs
On the north side of the bridleway, near Bodwyn.
Coeden wedi cwympo ar y llwybr / fallen tree on the path Been down for some time, looking at the wear from people climbing over it.
Coeden wedi cwympo ar y llwybr / fallen tree on the path
Been down for some time, looking at the wear from people climbing over it.
Giât ar y llwybr / Gate on the path A kissing gate on a public bridleway.
Giât ar y llwybr / Gate on the path
A kissing gate on a public bridleway.
Camfa a giât ger y porthdy / Stile and gate near the lodge On a public bridleway. The steps are narrow but very secure, as is the handrail at the top.
Camfa a giât ger y porthdy / Stile and gate near the lodge
On a public bridleway. The steps are narrow but very secure, as is the handrail at the top.
Rhaeadr ar yr afon Gwyrfai / Waterfall on Afon Gwyrfai The OS map surveyed in 1888 shows a wool factory upstream of here and a water-powered corn mill downstream. The farm here is called Dol Pandy - 'pandy' being Welsh for fulling mill.
Rhaeadr ar yr afon Gwyrfai / Waterfall on Afon Gwyrfai
The OS map surveyed in 1888 shows a wool factory upstream of here and a water-powered corn mill downstream. The farm here is called Dol Pandy - 'pandy' being Welsh for fulling mill.
Coed ar derfyn cae blaenorol / Trees on a former field boundary The large-scale OS maps surveyed in 1888 and 1898 show a track to Ty'n y Coed following the line of the trees. It is not shown on the map revised in 1913.
Coed ar derfyn cae blaenorol / Trees on a former field boundary
The large-scale OS maps surveyed in 1888 and 1898 show a track to Ty'n y Coed following the line of the trees. It is not shown on the map revised in 1913.
Hen gamfa fetel dros wal / Old metal stile over a wall On the public bridleway south of Bodwyn.
Hen gamfa fetel dros wal / Old metal stile over a wall
On the public bridleway south of Bodwyn.
Pont droed ar y llwybr  march / Footbridge on the bridleway The footbridge [which the OS maps] is the small slab of slate at the foot of the ladder stile.
Pont droed ar y llwybr march / Footbridge on the bridleway
The footbridge [which the OS maps] is the small slab of slate at the foot of the ladder stile.
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Bontnewydd is located at Grid Ref: SH4860 (Lat: 53.116211, Lng: -4.270648)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Y Bontnewydd

What 3 Words

///whisk.weekends.pillows. Near Llanwnda, Gwynedd

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.116211,-4.270648
Y Bontnewydd
Name Cy: Y Bontnewydd
Name En: Bontnewydd
Place: village
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q3396864
Wikipedia: en:Bontnewydd, Gwynedd
Lat/Long: 53.1141055/-4.2668097
Bontnewydd
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Usage: tourism
Wikidata: Q4942626
Lat/Long: 53.1167689/-4.2759103
Morrisons Daily
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: LL54 7UN
Addr Street: Caernarfon Road
Addr Village: Bontnewydd
Brand: Morrisons Daily
Brand Wikidata: Q99752411
Fhrs Id: 723882
Operator: McColl's
Operator Wikidata: Q16997477
Shop: convenience
Website: https://my.morrisons.com/storefinder/61353/morrisons-daily-bontnewydd-caernarfon-road
Lat/Long: 53.1141293/-4.2684849
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1152732/-4.2730178
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1156596/-4.2720146
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1150459/-4.2717346
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.115988/-4.2713923
Crossing: uncontrolled
Railway: crossing
Lat/Long: 53.1162601/-4.2751719
Place Of Worship
Capel Libanus
Religion: christian
Lat/Long: 53.1125055/-4.2681039
Fast Food
Y Penfras Aur
Addr City: Caernarfon
Addr Housename: Beuno Buildings
Addr Postcode: LL55 2UF
Addr Village: Bontnewydd
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Name En: The Golden Cod
Old Fhrs Id: 83682
Lat/Long: 53.1154915/-4.2687193
Ruby Elizabeth
Old Name: Spar
Shop: beauty
Lat/Long: 53.1166747/-4.2672656
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.120563/-4.2693032
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1204166/-4.2705746
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.118971/-4.2742546
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1184527/-4.275534
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1178748/-4.276977
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1196996/-4.2724069
Bus Stop
y Bontnewydd
Bus: yes
Name Cy: y Bontnewydd
Name En: Bontnewydd
Naptan AtcoCode: 5400AWD70207
Naptan NaptanCode: gwnatmp
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1156398/-4.2680615
Bus Stop
Cartref, Bontnewydd
Bus: yes
Name Cy: Cartref, Bontnewydd
Name En: Cartref, Bontnewydd
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.1124311/-4.2687928
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 53.1165966/-4.2649533
Power: substation
Lat/Long: 53.115776/-4.271696
Power: substation
Lat/Long: 53.116956/-4.269857
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: KX100
Colour: green
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: Former telephone box
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Wheelchair: limited
Lat/Long: 53.114763/-4.2683816
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 11:00; Sa 10:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: LL55 99
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 53.1147943/-4.268344
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 53.1170911/-4.2762771
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.1165085/-4.2756658
Turning Loop
Lat/Long: 53.1170781/-4.2710826
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.1163911/-4.265998
Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.1164231/-4.2660749
Direction: 145
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 4
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.1151562/-4.2661077
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 5400AWD70204
Naptan NaptanCode: gwnatmt
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.1187367/-4.2678914
Bus Stop
y Bontnewydd
Bus: yes
Name Cy: y Bontnewydd
Name En: Bontnewydd
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1160064/-4.268264
Services
Lat/Long: 53.1178472/-4.2681834
Noexit: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1170974/-4.2721347
Post Office
Addr Country: GB
Addr Postcode: LL54 7UN
Addr Street: Caernarfon Road
Addr Village: Bontnewydd
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Operator: Morrisons Daily
Operator Wikidata: Q99752411
Ref Pol Id: 130749
Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/3486044/bontnewydd
Lat/Long: 53.1141264/-4.2685476
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: LL55 118D
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Lat/Long: 53.1168086/-4.2672
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