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Coed Penyglannau

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

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Coed Penyglannau

St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog Credit: John H Darch

Coed Penyglannau is a woodland area located in the historic county of Merionethshire, Wales. Situated near the village of Llanfachreth, it is renowned for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, this ancient forest is a haven for wildlife and offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, ash, beech, and birch, with some coniferous trees interspersed throughout. The dense canopy provides a shady and cool environment, making it an ideal habitat for a variety of flora and fauna. Bluebells, wood sorrel, and wild garlic carpet the forest floor in the spring, creating a stunning display of color and fragrance.

Coed Penyglannau is home to a diverse range of wildlife. Bird enthusiasts can spot species such as woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls, while lucky visitors may even catch a glimpse of red squirrels darting through the trees. The forest is also inhabited by various mammals, including badgers, foxes, and bats, which can be observed at dusk.

The woodland offers a network of well-maintained footpaths, enabling visitors to explore its captivating beauty at their own pace. Picnic areas and benches are strategically placed throughout the forest, providing perfect spots to relax and soak in the peaceful atmosphere. Coed Penyglannau truly offers a delightful experience for nature lovers and those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of the Welsh countryside.

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St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
St Twrog's Parish Church, Maentwrog
Layby on the A496, Vale of Ffestiniog The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Layby on the A496, Vale of Ffestiniog
The A496 is a major coastal and mountainous road in southern Snowdonia. It runs for almost 33 miles from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llanelltyd, via Harlech. The road passes through a diverse landscape, including the mountainous region of Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Chapel at Maentwrog The old chapel beside the A487 at Maentwrog. The picture is taken from a car crossing the Afon Dwyryd bridge in the Vale of Ffestiniog at the junction with the A496.
Chapel at Maentwrog
The old chapel beside the A487 at Maentwrog. The picture is taken from a car crossing the Afon Dwyryd bridge in the Vale of Ffestiniog at the junction with the A496.
A496 near Maentwrog
A496 near Maentwrog
The Old School, Maentwrog Grade II listed late C19 school in the centre of the village
The Old School, Maentwrog
Grade II listed late C19 school in the centre of the village
The River Dwyryd from Maentwrog Bridge
The River Dwyryd from Maentwrog Bridge
Trawsfynydd Nuclear Power Station Construction of the power station started in 1959 and the facility was fully open by 1968, closing in 1991. Total decommissioning time will take around 100 years, compared with the 25 years of power generation.
Trawsfynydd Nuclear Power Station
Construction of the power station started in 1959 and the facility was fully open by 1968, closing in 1991. Total decommissioning time will take around 100 years, compared with the 25 years of power generation.
A road out from Gellilydan Leads to the A487 road.
A road out from Gellilydan
Leads to the A487 road.
Coed y Llwyn Houses on the edge of Gellilydan. The minor road on the right runs over the hills and joins the A496 road near Maentwrog power station <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SH65423962">SH65423962</a>.
Coed y Llwyn
Houses on the edge of Gellilydan. The minor road on the right runs over the hills and joins the A496 road near Maentwrog power station SH65423962.
Gate on the Cambrian Way Here the long distance path runs by the grounds of Cae Einion Alan [residential house]. To the left is cycle route 82 which emerges by the Trawsfynydd power station building.
Gate on the Cambrian Way
Here the long distance path runs by the grounds of Cae Einion Alan [residential house]. To the left is cycle route 82 which emerges by the Trawsfynydd power station building.
Gate on cycle route 82 The route leads to Trawfynydd power station and beyond.
Gate on cycle route 82
The route leads to Trawfynydd power station and beyond.
On the Cambrian Way - briefly The Cambrian Way branches here, heading for Maentwrog. My route is to the left, heading for Ivy Bridge to cross Afon Prysor.
On the Cambrian Way - briefly
The Cambrian Way branches here, heading for Maentwrog. My route is to the left, heading for Ivy Bridge to cross Afon Prysor.
Mountain road through Coed Pennyglannau Most of the forestry on the right has been clear-felled.
Mountain road through Coed Pennyglannau
Most of the forestry on the right has been clear-felled.
Track leading to Ty'n-y-bryn A farm track, not marked as a right of way, nor is it access land. However, it does converge with a public path by the wall ahead, hence the ladder stile. The path eventually joins the Cambrian Way, between Maentwrog and Gellilydan, by a somewhat meandering route. The track now forms part of the new Maentwrog Circular walk <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/maentwrog-circular-walk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/maentwrog-circular-walk">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>
Track leading to Ty'n-y-bryn
A farm track, not marked as a right of way, nor is it access land. However, it does converge with a public path by the wall ahead, hence the ladder stile. The path eventually joins the Cambrian Way, between Maentwrog and Gellilydan, by a somewhat meandering route. The track now forms part of the new Maentwrog Circular walk LinkExternal link
Waymarker for the new Maentwrog Circular Route A new walk of some 10½ miles, encompassing Maentwrog, Tan-y-bwlch, Penrhynseudraeth, Llandecwyn and back to Maentwrog <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/maentwrog-circular-walk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.visitsnowdonia.info/maentwrog-circular-walk">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>
Waymarker for the new Maentwrog Circular Route
A new walk of some 10½ miles, encompassing Maentwrog, Tan-y-bwlch, Penrhynseudraeth, Llandecwyn and back to Maentwrog LinkExternal link
Uplands road leading to Maentwrog power station
Uplands road leading to Maentwrog power station
Road through Coed Felenrhyd Bach Eventually leading down into Cwm Prysor and joining the A496 by Maentwrog Power Station.
Road through Coed Felenrhyd Bach
Eventually leading down into Cwm Prysor and joining the A496 by Maentwrog Power Station.
Access gate to Ceunant Llennyrch A National (Wales) nature Reserve.
Access gate to Ceunant Llennyrch
A National (Wales) nature Reserve.
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Coed Penyglannau is located at Grid Ref: SH6739 (Lat: 52.932049, Lng: -3.9732364)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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