Coed Dôl-fawr

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

Wales

Coed Dôl-fawr

Canu yn yr awyr agored An album launch (by the very talented Osian Morris, centre) on a crag on the side of Foel Offwrm as the sun went down.
Canu yn yr awyr agored Credit: Mike Parker

Coed Dôl-fawr, located in Merionethshire, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Spanning approximately 200 acres, this ancient forest is nestled in the heart of the Welsh countryside, offering visitors a peaceful and serene environment to explore.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including a variety of tree species such as oak, beech, birch, and ash. These majestic trees create a dense canopy that provides shelter for numerous bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Visitors may be fortunate enough to spot species such as woodpeckers, cuckoos, and tawny owls.

Coed Dôl-fawr boasts a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind their way through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. The trails offer stunning views, with glimpses of enchanting waterfalls and babbling brooks along the way.

This woodland also holds historical significance, as evidence of human habitation dates back to the Neolithic era. Archaeological discoveries, including remnants of ancient settlements and burial sites, provide a glimpse into the area's past.

Coed Dôl-fawr is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and those seeking a tranquil retreat. The forest's accessibility and well-marked trails make it suitable for visitors of all ages and abilities. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or an adventurous hike, Coed Dôl-fawr offers a memorable experience for all who visit.

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Canu yn yr awyr agored An album launch (by the very talented Osian Morris, centre) on a crag on the side of Foel Offwrm as the sun went down.
Canu yn yr awyr agored
An album launch (by the very talented Osian Morris, centre) on a crag on the side of Foel Offwrm as the sun went down.
Machlud yr haul ar Foel Offrwmm Sunset from the path around Foel Offrwm, with Cadair Idris in the distance.
Machlud yr haul ar Foel Offrwmm
Sunset from the path around Foel Offrwm, with Cadair Idris in the distance.
The A494 north approaching junction for Brithdir
The A494 north approaching junction for Brithdir
Small crag on Foel Offrwm The crag lies to the east of a well built ridge wall on the south side of the hill. The distant low cloud conceals peaks of the Cadair Idris range.
Small crag on Foel Offrwm
The crag lies to the east of a well built ridge wall on the south side of the hill. The distant low cloud conceals peaks of the Cadair Idris range.
House by the A494
House by the A494
Bends west of Brithdir turning
Bends west of Brithdir turning
Grazing near Nannau Several pairs of twin lambs were in the field; two pairs can be seen bottom left.
Grazing near Nannau
Several pairs of twin lambs were in the field; two pairs can be seen bottom left.
Hywel Sele Lodge, Llanfachreth Hywel Sele (Howel Sele) Lodge is en route to Llanfachreth and formed part of the Nannau Estate and is overlooking a Deer Park.  Probably built between 1794 and 1818 by Sir Robert Williams Vaughan.  It is a Tudor-Gothic folly lodge that has recently been restored as a get-away-from-it-all holiday let.
The Arch is Tudor in origin.
Hywel Sele Lodge, Llanfachreth
Hywel Sele (Howel Sele) Lodge is en route to Llanfachreth and formed part of the Nannau Estate and is overlooking a Deer Park. Probably built between 1794 and 1818 by Sir Robert Williams Vaughan. It is a Tudor-Gothic folly lodge that has recently been restored as a get-away-from-it-all holiday let. The Arch is Tudor in origin.
Deer Park, Llanfachreth The Deer Park from Sele Lodge.  In the distance, Dollgellau.
Deer Park, Llanfachreth
The Deer Park from Sele Lodge. In the distance, Dollgellau.
Nannau estate deer park
Nannau estate deer park
A larch tree barrier Hiding the view of Foel Offrwm.
A larch tree barrier
Hiding the view of Foel Offrwm.
A GR postbox Set in the wall beside the lane from Nannau to Dolgellau.
A GR postbox
Set in the wall beside the lane from Nannau to Dolgellau.
Road descending from Nannau towards Dolgellau
Road descending from Nannau towards Dolgellau
The minor road near Nannau With Foel Offrwm ahead.
The minor road near Nannau
With Foel Offrwm ahead.
The minor road next to Coed y Môch Presumably meaning "The Wood of the Pigs", but the Welsh word for pigs is 'moch', not 'môch'. (The circumflex changes the pronunciation.)
The minor road next to Coed y Môch
Presumably meaning "The Wood of the Pigs", but the Welsh word for pigs is 'moch', not 'môch'. (The circumflex changes the pronunciation.)
The minor road near Nannau
The minor road near Nannau
Llywbr uwchben afon Clywedog / Track above the Torrent Walk
Llywbr uwchben afon Clywedog / Track above the Torrent Walk
Mynwent eglwys Brithdir / graves at Brithdir church
Mynwent eglwys Brithdir / graves at Brithdir church
Show me another place!

Coed Dôl-fawr is located at Grid Ref: SH7518 (Lat: 52.752628, Lng: -3.8464973)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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