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Coed Craig-Forris

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Craig-Forris

Cefnrhos Gwawr Cefnrhos Gwawr forestry
Cefnrhos Gwawr Credit: Colin Prosser

Coed Craig-Forris is a picturesque woodland located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Spread over a vast area, it offers a serene and tranquil environment for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers. The woodland is nestled in the heart of the stunning Snowdonia National Park, which adds to its allure and popularity.

The woodland is characterized by its diverse range of trees and vegetation, including oak, birch, and pine. These trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a variety of animal species that call this woodland home. Visitors can often spot squirrels, rabbits, and a multitude of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Coed Craig-Forris is crisscrossed by a network of walking trails, making it an ideal destination for hikers and walkers of all abilities. These trails allow visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace, immersing themselves in its natural beauty. The paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of stunning vistas and unique rock formations.

In addition to its natural beauty, Coed Craig-Forris also holds historical significance. The woodland was once a source of timber for the local community, and remnants of old sawpits and charcoal platforms can still be found scattered throughout the area. These historical features provide a glimpse into the past and add an extra layer of interest for those with an appreciation for history.

Overall, Coed Craig-Forris is a captivating woodland that offers a peaceful and enchanting escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature, this woodland has something to offer for everyone.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.097077/-3.8538097 or Grid Reference SH7557. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cefnrhos Gwawr Cefnrhos Gwawr forestry
Cefnrhos Gwawr
Cefnrhos Gwawr forestry
Swallow Falls The Swallow falls near Betws-y-Coed on the Afon Llugwy.
Swallow Falls
The Swallow falls near Betws-y-Coed on the Afon Llugwy.
A5 towards Betws-y-Coed The A5 is a major trunk road which runs for about 181 miles from London, in England, to Holyhead, in Wales. For part of its route, it follows a section of the Roman route which later took the Anglo-Saxon name Watling Street. At Oswestry, the A5 joins the A483 and becomes the bypass to the east of the town. It continues to multiplex with the A483 until it reaches Halton, where it diverges towards Llangollen and Holyhead.
A5 towards Betws-y-Coed
The A5 is a major trunk road which runs for about 181 miles from London, in England, to Holyhead, in Wales. For part of its route, it follows a section of the Roman route which later took the Anglo-Saxon name Watling Street. At Oswestry, the A5 joins the A483 and becomes the bypass to the east of the town. It continues to multiplex with the A483 until it reaches Halton, where it diverges towards Llangollen and Holyhead.
A5 near Swallow Falls The A5 is a major trunk road which runs for about 181 miles from London, in England, to Holyhead, in Wales. For part of its route, it follows a section of the Roman route which later took the Anglo-Saxon name Watling Street. At Oswestry, the A5 joins the A483 and becomes the bypass to the east of the town. It continues to multiplex with the A483 until it reaches Halton, where it diverges towards Llangollen and Holyhead.
A5 near Swallow Falls
The A5 is a major trunk road which runs for about 181 miles from London, in England, to Holyhead, in Wales. For part of its route, it follows a section of the Roman route which later took the Anglo-Saxon name Watling Street. At Oswestry, the A5 joins the A483 and becomes the bypass to the east of the town. It continues to multiplex with the A483 until it reaches Halton, where it diverges towards Llangollen and Holyhead.
Afon Llugwy A view upstream from a dry section of the braided channel by Ty Hyll.
Afon Llugwy
A view upstream from a dry section of the braided channel by Ty Hyll.
Fallen tree A fallen tree, whose root-plate has been washed clean by floodwater.
Fallen tree
A fallen tree, whose root-plate has been washed clean by floodwater.
Forest track Rock outcrops by the side of a forestry access road. Without the benefit of this activity by the Forestry Commission, we would have no view of the rocks in this area.
Forest track
Rock outcrops by the side of a forestry access road. Without the benefit of this activity by the Forestry Commission, we would have no view of the rocks in this area.
Quarry in the forest A small quarry operated (originally) by the Forestry Commission to produce stone for building access roads in this tract of upland forestry. The rock exposed here belongs to the Cwm Eigiau Formation (Ordovician, Soudleyan to Longvillian), which is mostly siltstone and mudstone hardened into poor-quality slate by tectonic forces. Here there was a knoll, now quarried away, comprising competent sandstone which was better for crushing down for surface dressings. Grading of the site is preparatory to closure for extraction.
Quarry in the forest
A small quarry operated (originally) by the Forestry Commission to produce stone for building access roads in this tract of upland forestry. The rock exposed here belongs to the Cwm Eigiau Formation (Ordovician, Soudleyan to Longvillian), which is mostly siltstone and mudstone hardened into poor-quality slate by tectonic forces. Here there was a knoll, now quarried away, comprising competent sandstone which was better for crushing down for surface dressings. Grading of the site is preparatory to closure for extraction.
The Towers Outdoor Education Centre
The Towers Outdoor Education Centre
Forest track above Afon Abrach On the route from Capel Curig to Llyn Geirionydd in a forest unnamed on the map but referred to by other geographers as Gwydir Forest.
Forest track above Afon Abrach
On the route from Capel Curig to Llyn Geirionydd in a forest unnamed on the map but referred to by other geographers as Gwydir Forest.
Forest track On the route from Capel Curig to Llyn Geirionydd in a forest unnamed on the map but referred to by other geographers as Gwydir Forest.
Forest track
On the route from Capel Curig to Llyn Geirionydd in a forest unnamed on the map but referred to by other geographers as Gwydir Forest.
Broad junction of forest tracks To the right leads to Capel Curig and the Llugwy valley, left is our route to Llyn Geirionydd, whilst ahead leads to another junction, one way looping round to our own route whilst the other eventually ends dead.
Broad junction of forest tracks
To the right leads to Capel Curig and the Llugwy valley, left is our route to Llyn Geirionydd, whilst ahead leads to another junction, one way looping round to our own route whilst the other eventually ends dead.
Looking along the dam face of Llyn Tynymynydd The shallow Llyn Tynymynydd is slowly silting up and reverting to bog, but was once a reservoir used in the lead mining industry. Both the shore and the dam face are becoming covered in seral trees, mainly birch and alder.
Looking along the dam face of Llyn Tynymynydd
The shallow Llyn Tynymynydd is slowly silting up and reverting to bog, but was once a reservoir used in the lead mining industry. Both the shore and the dam face are becoming covered in seral trees, mainly birch and alder.
Sarn Helen above Rhiwddolion Although the modern track follows the Roman road closely most of the way, this bit of Sarn Helen may not be quite in the footsteps of the legions, as it seems to wave around off the dead straight course we've come to expect of invaders determined to get where they are going as directly as possible. The dogs clearly aren't of Latin descent, they can make any straight line walk into a random wander.
Sarn Helen above Rhiwddolion
Although the modern track follows the Roman road closely most of the way, this bit of Sarn Helen may not be quite in the footsteps of the legions, as it seems to wave around off the dead straight course we've come to expect of invaders determined to get where they are going as directly as possible. The dogs clearly aren't of Latin descent, they can make any straight line walk into a random wander.
Ruined house by the track to Bryn Derw Whilst the gable end walls are pretty intact, the roof and front wall are in total decay, despite some protection from the elements by the trees.
Ruined house by the track to Bryn Derw
Whilst the gable end walls are pretty intact, the roof and front wall are in total decay, despite some protection from the elements by the trees.
The lane below Coed Bryn-y-gefeilliau
The lane below Coed Bryn-y-gefeilliau
Grassland near Coed Bryn-y-gefeilliau
Grassland near Coed Bryn-y-gefeilliau
The minor road near Caer Llugwy
The minor road near Caer Llugwy
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Coed Craig-Forris is located at Grid Ref: SH7557 (Lat: 53.097077, Lng: -3.8538097)

Unitary Authority: Conwy

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///slurs.ready.crumbles. Near Betws-y-Coed, Conwy

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