Coed Pant-y-wrâch

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

Wales

Coed Pant-y-wrâch

Ffestiniog Railway volunteers at Rhiw Goch Signalbox A wave and a smile from one of the volunteers working at Rhiw Goch Signalbox. — Ffestiniog Railway volunteers at Rhiw Goch Signalbox Credit: Jeff Buck

Coed Pant-y-wrâch, located in Merionethshire, Wales, is a serene and captivating woodland area. Spread across a vast expanse, this enchanting forest is nestled amidst the picturesque landscape of the Snowdonia National Park. The name "Pant-y-wrâch" translates to "Witch's Hollow," adding an air of mysticism and intrigue to the area.

The woodland boasts a rich diversity of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. Towering ancient oak and beech trees dominate the canopy, providing a dense cover that filters sunlight and creates a tranquil atmosphere. Beneath these majestic giants, a lush understory teems with ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, painting the forest floor in vibrant hues.

Coed Pant-y-wrâch is home to an array of wildlife, including several rare and endangered species. Visitors may be fortunate enough to spot red squirrels darting among the trees or catch a glimpse of elusive birds such as pied flycatchers and redstarts. The forest also offers a habitat for various species of bats, foxes, and badgers.

The woodland features a network of well-maintained trails, inviting visitors to explore its wonders. Hikers can embark on a leisurely stroll or undertake a more challenging trek, immersing themselves in the natural beauty that abounds. The peacefulness of the surroundings provides an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

Coed Pant-y-wrâch is not only a place of natural beauty but also a site of historical significance. Ruins of old mines and quarries can be discovered throughout the forest, serving as reminders of the area's industrial past.

Overall, Coed Pant-y-wrâch in Merionethshire is a captivating woodland destination offering a perfect blend of natural wonders, wildlife, and historical charm. It beckons travelers seeking solace in the embrace of nature's embrace.

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Coed Pant-y-wrâch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.940998/-4.0598737 or Grid Reference SH6140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ffestiniog Railway volunteers at Rhiw Goch Signalbox

A wave and a smile from one of the volunteers working at Rhiw Goch Signalbox.

Jeff Buck

Scania R450, Coed Cae Fali

CML Scania R450 (MD19 OXS) heading east on the A487, passing Coed Cae Fali.

David Dixon

A487 near Hafod-talog

The A487 is one of the most important roads in Wales. It covers the majority of the west coast from St Davids to Menai Bridge, and is a primary route for most of its length, including a section where it multiplexes with the A470, another important north-south road. Along the way, it runs through two national parks: Snowdonia and Pembrokeshire Coast. Despite its length and importance, it is predominantly single carriageway, although the road has been upgraded in numerous places. It is 174 miles long. Link

David Dixon

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket (G2615)

This Flush Bracket can be found on Ty-cae-fali. It marks a point 14.510m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Siloam Methodist Chapel, Llanfrothen

No longer used as a chapel.

Chris Andrews

Agricultural Building Near Brynllydan

Chris Andrews

'Blanche' on Gwyndy Bank â 1970

'Blanche' is one of the two former Penrhyn Railway locomotive purchased in the early 1960s. The train comprises one of the original FR bogie coaches and four of the 'Centenary Stock' coaches from c.1964-70.

Alan Murray-Rust

'Earl of Merioneth' at Penrhyndeudraeth â 1970

Heading towards Portmadoc with a train of 'Centenary Stock'. The location is almost identical to Peter Trimming's 2013 view Link but there are significant changes. The station has lost its passing loop and siding, and the locomotive, although carrying the same name, is completely different, being built new between 1972 and 1979 as a replacement for the locomotive in my view. The first 'Earl of Merioneth' was withdrawn in 1971 with a view to rebuilding, but pressure to retain it in its still (more or less) original condition finally led to it being cosmetically restored under its original name of 'Livingstone Thompson'. In 2021 it is on loan to the National Railway Museum at York Link

Alan Murray-Rust