Allt-ddu

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Allt-ddu

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

Allt-ddu, located in the county of Caernarfonshire in North Wales, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. The name itself, which translates to "Wood" or "Forest" in English, perfectly captures the essence of this enchanting place.

Situated at the foothills of Snowdonia National Park, Allt-ddu boasts a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The woodland is characterized by dense trees, including oak, birch, and pine, creating a vibrant and lush environment. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its aesthetic appeal.

The area is crisscrossed by several well-marked trails and footpaths, making it ideal for hiking, walking, and birdwatching. Visitors can explore the woodlands at their own pace, immersing themselves in the serene atmosphere and taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Allt-ddu also boasts a rich historical heritage. The woodland has been managed and preserved for centuries, providing timber for local communities and supporting the local economy. Today, it serves as a living testament to the area's cultural and environmental heritage.

Whether you are seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life or simply want to reconnect with nature, Allt-ddu offers a serene and idyllic retreat.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.126979/-4.1077121 or Grid Reference SH5960. 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.
A4086 near Llanberis The A4086 runs for almost 18 miles between Caernarfon and Capel Curig. It is a popular tourist route as it passes through some of the most memorable and famous parts of Snowdonia including the Llanberis Pass.
A4086 near Llanberis
The A4086 runs for almost 18 miles between Caernarfon and Capel Curig. It is a popular tourist route as it passes through some of the most memorable and famous parts of Snowdonia including the Llanberis Pass.
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.
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Allt-ddu is located at Grid Ref: SH5960 (Lat: 53.126979, Lng: -4.1077121)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Related Wikis

Dinorwic quarry

Dinorwic quarry ( din-OR-wig; Welsh: [dɪˈnɔrwɪɡ]; also known as Dinorwig quarry) is a large former slate quarry, now home to the Welsh National Slate Museum...

Gilfach Ddu railway station

Gilfach Ddu (LLR) railway station is an intermediate station on the Llanberis Lake Railway (LLR), located in Llanberis, Gwynedd, Wales. Most of the LLR...

National Slate Museum

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...

Gilfach Ddu

Gilfach Ddu (also known as the Dinorwic Slate Quarry Workshops) are a series of well preserved Grade I listed industrial buildings built to serve the Dinorwic...

Nearby Amenities

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Dinorwig walk Parking
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Post Box
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The Mills
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Ardal 'Mills' Mills
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Bench
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