Abergwynant Woods

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

Wales

Abergwynant Woods

Penmaenpool railway station (site), Gwynedd Opened in 1865 on the Aberystwyth &amp; Welsh Coast Railway&#039;s line from Barmouth Junction (now Morfa Mawddach) to Dolgellau, this soon became part of the Cambrian Railway&#039;s empire. The station closed in 1965.
View north east towards Dolgellau. Although the former station master&#039;s house is in the foreground, the platforms were beyond the small building in the middle distance. The signalbox was also extant when this image was taken, hidden by the trees. — Penmaenpool railway station (site), Gwynedd Credit: Nigel Thompson

Abergwynant Woods, located in Merionethshire, is a picturesque woodland area encompassing approximately 60 hectares in total. The woods are situated in the southern part of Snowdonia National Park, near the village of Arthog. This ancient woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife, attracting nature enthusiasts and hikers throughout the year.

The trees within Abergwynant Woods mainly consist of native species like oak, ash, and birch, providing a vibrant green canopy that spans the landscape. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of wildflowers, including bluebells, primroses, and wood anemones, which create a colorful display during the spring months.

The woods are crisscrossed with a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the area and appreciate its tranquility. These paths lead to various points of interest, such as streams, waterfalls, and viewpoints that offer stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Wildlife thrives in Abergwynant Woods, with various species including red squirrels, badgers, foxes, and a wide array of birdlife. Nature lovers can often spot woodpeckers, owls, and buzzards while quietly exploring the woods.

Abergwynant Woods also holds historical significance, with remnants of old cottages and ruins scattered throughout the area. These remnants provide a glimpse into the past and add an element of intrigue to the woodland experience.

Overall, Abergwynant Woods in Merionethshire offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, biodiversity, and historical charm, making it a cherished destination for those seeking solace in nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.741867/-3.9601277 or Grid Reference SH6717. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Penmaenpool railway station (site), Gwynedd

Opened in 1865 on the Aberystwyth & Welsh Coast Railway's line from Barmouth Junction (now Morfa Mawddach) to Dolgellau, this soon became part of the Cambrian Railway's empire. The station closed in 1965. View north east towards Dolgellau. Although the former station master's house is in the foreground, the platforms were beyond the small building in the middle distance. The signalbox was also extant when this image was taken, hidden by the trees.

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Penmaenpool Toll Bridge

Penmaenpool toll bridge - a wooden toll bridge built in 1879 to replace the then ferry crossing. It is Grade II listed. Looking across the bridge from the north side of the Mawddach estuary towards - on the right of the bridge - the George III inn, originally built in 1650 In the left of the bridge is the former Penmaenpool railway station signal box. The Mawddach Trail, a cycle and walking trail following the route of the old railway tracks, passes through Penmaenpool.

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Semaphore signal at Penmaenpool

Signal at the site of Penmaenpool station on the former Ruabon - Barmouth line, closed to all traffic on 12th December 1964 following flood damage. Part of the line was reopened later that month, but then passenger services ceased as planned under the Beeching axe on 18th January 1965. Part of the line has been preserved as a standard gauge steam railway between Llangollen and Corwen, and another section is operated as the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The section pictured here is used as the Mawddach Trail, a cycleway and footpath between Barmouth Junction and Dolgellau. The picture shows the stationmaster's house on the right of the shot.Also visible is part of Penmaenpool toll bridge and the bridge keeper's hut, and immediately to its right and partially obscured by a tree, the former signal box, now converted into an information centre.

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Llyn Wylfa taken from Craig y Castell

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Llyn Wylfa

Not as exciting as it appears on the map!

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Geese on Llyn Wylfa

Three Canada Geese were seen on the lake

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Bridge over the Mawddach river at Penmaenpool

The toll bridge at Penmaenpool was opened in 1879 and replaced the ferry across the river.

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Toll Booth on the Penmaenpool Bridge

You can cross the Mawddach in a vehicle for just 60p and 20p for pedestrians.

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George III Hotel Lodge, Penmaenpool

The lodge is an annexe to the main hotel, a little way further down the path. It was originally the station master's house, ticket office and waiting room of Penmaenpool railway station on the Ruabon to Barmouth line.

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Penmaenpool Toll Bridge

Toll booth on the right and Y Garn in the distance.

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Semaphore signal on the Mawddach Trail

A relic of the time when the Ruabon to Harlech railway line passed this way. The former railway track is now the Mawddach Trail, for cyclists and walkers.

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The George III Hotel, Penmaenpool

The hotel was built circa 1650 and was once two separate buildings-one half was a pub and the other a ship chandlers' serving the flourishing boat building industry outside the hotel. The two buildings were matched around 1890 to form what is now the hotel.

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Cyclists on the Mawddach Trail

Having left Penmaenpool and heading for Abergwynant.

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Drainage ditch in the Mawddach marshes

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The marshes of the Mawddach

Looking southwest from the Mawddach Trail, Cadair Idris on the horizon.

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Picnic spot by the Mawddach Trail

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Horses grazing on the Mawddach marshes

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View towards Bontddu from the Mawddach Trail

The river Mawddach is across the marsh, and beyond on the hillside is the village of Bontddu, where gold was found in the 1830's whilst drilling for copper. There followed a mini Gold Rush, but the industry had all but disappeared by the 1920's. Welsh Gold found here is traditionally used for wedding rings for the Royal family.

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Abergwynant Woods is located at Grid Ref: SH6717 (Lat: 52.741867, Lng: -3.9601277)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales