Coed Dinorwig

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Dinorwig

Llyn Padarn railway Headed by Elidir.
Built 1889, Hunslet 0-4-0ST Elidir worked at Dinorwic Quarries as Red Damsel until transferred to the Llanberis Lake Railway at the end of 1969.
Llyn Padarn railway Credit: Richard Hoare

Coed Dinorwig, located in Caernarfonshire, Wales, is a stunning woodland area known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Spanning an area of approximately 800 hectares, it is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The forest is made up of a diverse range of trees, including oak, birch, beech, and coniferous species. The lush greenery and towering trees create a tranquil and picturesque atmosphere, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration. The forest floor is covered in a thick carpet of moss and ferns, adding to its enchanting appeal.

Coed Dinorwig is home to a variety of wildlife, including several bird species such as buzzards, woodpeckers, and owls. Visitors may also spot mammals like deer, badgers, and foxes. The forest's diverse ecosystem supports a wide range of plant and animal life, making it a haven for nature conservation.

The woodland area offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. There are also picnic areas and viewpoints strategically placed throughout the forest, providing visitors with opportunities to rest and appreciate the stunning natural landscapes.

Coed Dinorwig is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts, but it also plays an important role in the local community. The forest is managed by the local authority and various conservation organizations, ensuring its preservation and sustainability for future generations to enjoy.

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Coed Dinorwig Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.121695/-4.1085445 or Grid Reference SH5860. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Llyn Padarn railway Headed by Elidir.
Built 1889, Hunslet 0-4-0ST Elidir worked at Dinorwic Quarries as Red Damsel until transferred to the Llanberis Lake Railway at the end of 1969.
Llyn Padarn railway
Headed by Elidir. Built 1889, Hunslet 0-4-0ST Elidir worked at Dinorwic Quarries as Red Damsel until transferred to the Llanberis Lake Railway at the end of 1969.
Elidir at Gilfach Ddu Built 1889, Hunslet 0-4-0ST Elidir worked at Dinorwic Quarries as Red Damsel until transferred to the Llanberis Lake Railway at the end of 1969.
Elidir at Gilfach Ddu
Built 1889, Hunslet 0-4-0ST Elidir worked at Dinorwic Quarries as Red Damsel until transferred to the Llanberis Lake Railway at the end of 1969.
Llyn Padarn train at Gilfach Ddu
Llyn Padarn train at Gilfach Ddu
Rusty trucks and tracks At Gilfach Ddu station sidings.
Rusty trucks and tracks
At Gilfach Ddu station sidings.
Offer weindio Chwerel Dinorwig / Dinorwig Quarry winding gear
Offer weindio Chwerel Dinorwig / Dinorwig Quarry winding gear
Coed Dinorwig
Coed Dinorwig
Chwarelau Dinorwig Rhybudd o Berygl / Dinorwig Quarries Danger Notice
Chwarelau Dinorwig Rhybudd o Berygl / Dinorwig Quarries Danger Notice
Elidir at Gilfach Ddu Standing by the National Slate Museum, by the Llanberis Lake Railway.
Elidir at Gilfach Ddu
Standing by the National Slate Museum, by the Llanberis Lake Railway.
National Slate Museum at Llanberis
National Slate Museum at Llanberis
Llanberis, Stryd Fawr (High Street)
Llanberis, Stryd Fawr (High Street)
High Street Llanberis
High Street Llanberis
Llanberis Lake Railway, Bridge across Afon y Bala The Llanberis Lake Railway, in Snowdonia, uses this bridge to cross the shortest river in Wales, Afon y Bala, which flows between Llyn Peris and Llyn Padarn.
Llanberis Lake Railway, Bridge across Afon y Bala
The Llanberis Lake Railway, in Snowdonia, uses this bridge to cross the shortest river in Wales, Afon y Bala, which flows between Llyn Peris and Llyn Padarn.
Llanberis Lake Railway, Gilfach Ddu The original terminus of the railway, at Gilfach Ddu, is now a through station serving both the National Slate Museum and the nearby Dolbadarn Castle.
Llanberis Lake Railway, Gilfach Ddu
The original terminus of the railway, at Gilfach Ddu, is now a through station serving both the National Slate Museum and the nearby Dolbadarn Castle.
National Slate Museum. Llanberis The National Slate Museum (previously known as the Welsh Slate Museum and the North Wales Quarrying Museum) is located at Gilfach Ddu, the 19th-century workshops of the now disused Dinorwic quarry, within the Padarn Country Park, Llanberis. The museum is dedicated to the preservation and display of relics of the slate industry in Wales.

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://museum.wales/slate/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://museum.wales/slate/">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> (the museum’s official site) for more information.
National Slate Museum. Llanberis
The National Slate Museum (previously known as the Welsh Slate Museum and the North Wales Quarrying Museum) is located at Gilfach Ddu, the 19th-century workshops of the now disused Dinorwic quarry, within the Padarn Country Park, Llanberis. The museum is dedicated to the preservation and display of relics of the slate industry in Wales. See LinkExternal link (the museum’s official site) for more information.
Afon y Bala The Llanberis Lake Railway, in Snowdonia, uses this bridge to cross the shortest river in Wales, Afon y Bala, which flows between Llyn Peris and Llyn Padarn.
Afon y Bala
The Llanberis Lake Railway, in Snowdonia, uses this bridge to cross the shortest river in Wales, Afon y Bala, which flows between Llyn Peris and Llyn Padarn.
Open space off High Street, Llanberis With a solitary picnic table. 
The church is in neighbouring square.
Open space off High Street, Llanberis
With a solitary picnic table. The church is in neighbouring square.
Llanberis High Street This is a most colourful part of the street.
Llanberis High Street
This is a most colourful part of the street.
Slate Wagon Display Link to the industry of the area
Slate Wagon Display
Link to the industry of the area
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Coed Dinorwig is located at Grid Ref: SH5860 (Lat: 53.121695, Lng: -4.1085445)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///thunder.skims.trombone. Near Llanberis, Gwynedd

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Located within 500m of 53.121695,-4.1085445
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Mini Roundabout
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Hiking: yes
Information: map
Map Type: topo
Tourism: information
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Vivian Quarry
Disused: yes
Landuse: quarry
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Crossing Barrier: no
Railway: level_crossing
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Railway: level_crossing
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Entrance: main
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Railway: switch
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Gilfach Ddu
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Usage: tourism
Wheelchair: yes
Wikidata: Q28197591
Wikipedia: en:Gilfach Ddu railway station
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Post Box
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Post Box Mounting: wall
Post Box Type: lamp
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Royal Cypher: EVIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102324
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Vivian Dive Centre
Name En: Vivian Dive Centre
Shop: sports
Wheelchair: no
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Power: pole
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Wellington
Place: locality
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The Mills
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 53.1236757/-4.1039433
Tourism: viewpoint
Lat/Long: 53.1216813/-4.1073514
Wellington Pond
Natural: bay
Lat/Long: 53.1189926/-4.104216
Elevator
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Railway: buffer_stop
Lat/Long: 53.1214059/-4.1148951
Disused Railway: level_crossing
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Disused Railway: level_crossing
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 10:30; Sa 11:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
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Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: LL55 155
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
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Location: roof
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Location: roof
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Ardal 'Mills' Mills
Description: This buidling once housed one of Dinorwig's slate mills.
Information: board
Tourism: information
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Cafe
Rheilffordd Llyn Padarn Railway
Addr City: Llanberis
Addr Place: Gilfach Ddu
Addr Postcode: LL55 4TY
Contact Email: sales@lake-railway.co.uk
Contact Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LlanberisLakeRailway
Contact Phone: +44 1286 870549
Contact Twitter: @LakeRailway
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Fhrs Local Authority Id: 6912
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Name En: Llanberis Lake Railway
Shop: gift
Website: https://www.lake-railway.co.uk/
Wheelchair: yes
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Covered: no
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Covered: no
Leisure: picnic_table
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Padarn Pottery
Addr City: Llanberis
Addr Place: Parc Gwledig Padarn
Addr Postcode: LL55 4TY
Fhrs Id: 996226
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 6908
Shop: gift
Wheelchair: yes
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Cafe
Caffi'r Ffowntan
Addr City: Llanberis
Addr Housename: Welsh Slate Museum
Addr Place: Gilfach Ddu
Addr Postcode: LL55 4TY
Fhrs Id: 150305
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 9792
Wheelchair: yes
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Barrier: kissing_gate
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Defibrillator
Emergency: defibrillator
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