Llandygái

Community in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Llandygái

Cen llwyd / Grey lichen
Cen llwyd / Grey lichen Credit: Ceri Thomas

Llandygái is a small community located in the historic county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated on the outskirts of the town of Bangor, it is nestled in the picturesque Ogwen Valley, surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The community covers an area of approximately 7 square miles and is home to a population of around 1,100 residents.

The landscape of Llandygái is characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and the majestic peaks of the Snowdonia National Park to the south. The area is renowned for its outdoor recreational opportunities, with numerous walking trails and cycling routes for visitors to explore.

Historically, Llandygái has been an agricultural community, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. The area is dotted with traditional Welsh farmhouses and barns, showcasing the region's rural heritage.

The community is also home to St. Tegai's Church, a Grade II* listed building dating back to the 12th century. This historic site attracts visitors interested in exploring the rich cultural and religious history of the area.

Llandygái benefits from its close proximity to Bangor, a vibrant town offering a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and educational institutions. The community benefits from excellent transportation links, with the A5 road passing through the area, connecting it to other parts of North Wales.

Overall, Llandygái is a charming community that offers a tranquil countryside setting, breathtaking scenery, and a strong sense of Welsh heritage.

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Llandygái Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.17433/-4.086367 or Grid Reference SH6066. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cen llwyd / Grey lichen
Cen llwyd / Grey lichen
Pont dros Lon Las Ogwen / Bridge over Lon Las Ogwen
Pont dros Lon Las Ogwen / Bridge over Lon Las Ogwen
Former quarry-men's track over the flank of Moel y Ci This was used by quarrymen from Rhiwlas and Pentir districts to get to work at both the Penrhyn and Dinorwig Quarries.
Former quarry-men's track over the flank of Moel y Ci
This was used by quarrymen from Rhiwlas and Pentir districts to get to work at both the Penrhyn and Dinorwig Quarries.
Wall stile near Bwlch y Mawn The wall of the Marchlyn Mawr reservoir is visible in the background.
Wall stile near Bwlch y Mawn
The wall of the Marchlyn Mawr reservoir is visible in the background.
Rivet benchmark near Pen-y-bwlch, Mynydd Llandegai For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114248" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114248">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>
Rivet benchmark near Pen-y-bwlch, Mynydd Llandegai
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Electrical cabinet on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Electrical cabinet on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Sluice valve marker at the junction of Station Road and Bangor Road, Bethesda
Sluice valve marker at the junction of Station Road and Bangor Road, Bethesda
Damaged sluice valve marker on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Damaged sluice valve marker on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Sluice valve marker on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Sluice valve marker on Bangor Road, Bethesda
Wooden fingerpost, Sling
Wooden fingerpost, Sling
Flooded Penrhyn Slate Quarry Penrhyn Quarry is home to Zip World which has the world's fastest and Europe's longest zip line. Velocity 2 has four parallel lines that span 1.5 kilometres over Penrhyn Quarry lake, it is possible to reach speeds of over 100 mph.
Flooded Penrhyn Slate Quarry
Penrhyn Quarry is home to Zip World which has the world's fastest and Europe's longest zip line. Velocity 2 has four parallel lines that span 1.5 kilometres over Penrhyn Quarry lake, it is possible to reach speeds of over 100 mph.
Benchmark on boulder, Mynydd Llandegai For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114242" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114242">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>
Benchmark on boulder, Mynydd Llandegai
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Give way 100 yards sign, Tregarth
Give way 100 yards sign, Tregarth
Stop sign at the junction of Coetmor New Road and Ffordd Bangor, Bethesda
Stop sign at the junction of Coetmor New Road and Ffordd Bangor, Bethesda
Stop sign at the junction of Allt Bryn Eglwys and the B4409, Tanysgafell
Stop sign at the junction of Allt Bryn Eglwys and the B4409, Tanysgafell
Telford milestone by Bethesda football ground Located on the west side of the A5 coaching route through Bethesda, and showing Holyhead 30 miles, Bangor 5 miles and Capel Curig 9 miles & 3 furlongs. The stone was Grade II listed by Cadw in 1997 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/300018379-milestone-by-bethesda-football-club-bethesda" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/300018379-milestone-by-bethesda-football-club-bethesda">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>
Telford milestone by Bethesda football ground
Located on the west side of the A5 coaching route through Bethesda, and showing Holyhead 30 miles, Bangor 5 miles and Capel Curig 9 miles & 3 furlongs. The stone was Grade II listed by Cadw in 1997 LinkExternal link
OS benchmark - Bethesda, milestone by football ground An OS benchmark cut into the front face of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7509963">SH6266 : Telford milestone by Bethesda football ground</a>, and last recorded by the OS in 1955 at 147.087m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
OS benchmark - Bethesda, milestone by football ground
An OS benchmark cut into the front face of SH6266 : Telford milestone by Bethesda football ground, and last recorded by the OS in 1955 at 147.087m above Ordnance Datum Newlyn.
A5 trunk route through Bethesda
A5 trunk route through Bethesda
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Llandygái is located at Grid Ref: SH6066 (Lat: 53.17433, Lng: -4.086367)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

Also known as: Llandygai

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 53.17433,-4.086367
Bench
Tourism: picnic_site
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Tourism: viewpoint
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1766078/-4.0810026
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.178495/-4.0853478
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1774116/-4.0835185
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.1779111/-4.0843758
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.176521/-4.0798734
Bus Stop
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 53.1707733/-4.0877201
Power: substation
Lat/Long: 53.170495/-4.086587
Access: no
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 53.1760555/-4.0826446
Natural: spring
Lat/Long: 53.1786826/-4.0858554
Direction: SE
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.1750484/-4.0837182
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