Coed Gwern-borter

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Gwern-borter

Fishing in the morning There were a number of anglers situated around the lake enjoying the glorious morning weather, which was to get hotter during the day. — Fishing in the morning Credit: Richard Hoare

Coed Gwern-borter, located in Caernarfonshire, Wales, is a beautiful woodland area known for its stunning natural scenery and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife lovers.

The woodland is primarily composed of native tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for various flora and fauna. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Coed Gwern-borter offers numerous walking trails and footpaths, allowing visitors to explore the woodland at their own pace. The trails wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape and glimpses of native wildlife, such as red squirrels, badgers, and a variety of bird species.

For those interested in history, Coed Gwern-borter also holds archaeological significance. The forest contains ancient remains, including burial mounds and standing stones, providing a glimpse into the area's past.

The woodland is well-maintained, with designated picnic areas and benches strategically placed for visitors to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. There are also educational signs throughout the forest, offering insights into the local flora and fauna, making it an ideal destination for families and nature enthusiasts alike.

Coed Gwern-borter is a true gem of Caernarfonshire, offering a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of modern life. It is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature and experience the wonders of a pristine woodland ecosystem.

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Coed Gwern-borter Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.241692/-3.8551103 or Grid Reference SH7673. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fishing in the morning

There were a number of anglers situated around the lake enjoying the glorious morning weather, which was to get hotter during the day.

Richard Hoare

The lake at Glyn Isa Fisheries

There were a number of anglers situated around the lake enjoying the glorious morning weather, which was to get hotter during the day.

Richard Hoare

Green water at Glyn Isa

The lower pond.

Richard Hoare

Glyn Isa Fisheries

The lower pond.

Richard Hoare

Tuag at yr hen eglwys Llangelynin

The C14 church of Llangelynin in a landscape of rock and stone.

Mike Parker

Coedlan ger Henryd / Woodland near Henryd

Ceri Thomas

Coed ffawydd / Beech trees

Ceri Thomas

Llangelynnin morning 1

Early autumn view of farmland toward Henryd.

Jonathan Wilkins

Llangelynnin morning 2

A view over farmland and the upper valley of the Afon Gyffin. The moon, a couple of days after full, is still visible in the sky, despite the advancing day.

Jonathan Wilkins

Building site above Ty'n-y-Groes

A public footpath from Ty'n-y-Groes starts as a track passing one house before ending at this point where building work is going on. The path continues into a field on the photographer's left.

Andy Waddington

Fenceline above Ty'n-y-Groes

The public footpath from Ty'n-y-Groes towards Glyn Uchaf crosses a stile into a field and becomes very vague - the mapping on my GPS seemed to indicate that it came up here and then turned left to cross the stream further north than is actually the case (and as is shown on more modern maps online). Needless to say, a retreat and search soon revealed the correct route, but most of the sheep in the field seemed to find my venture very interesting and accompanied me up to this point. Since the path seemed little used, perhaps they expect no-one to venture here except those carrying handy bags of sheep nuts...

Andy Waddington

Footpath in the woods below Glyn-bach

This is a perfectly pleasant public footpath, rendered unpleasant by the sheer number of signs demanding that the footpath be adhered to and dogs kept on leads - a self-defeating tactic that simply encourages people to react by wondering what you've got to hide that justifies all that expense and aggravation and no doubt in some cases causes them to go looking or to venture off the path just out of sheer annoyance. Can't say I blame them. I didn't have time...

Andy Waddington

Autumnal oak above Pont Rhyd-Lydan

By this time of year, the sun is getting low by twenty past three, and the light catches the autumn colours of this tree by the lane down to Pont Rhyd-Lydan nicely.

Andy Waddington

Autumnal lane north of Rowen

It's not obvious from the map that this is a right of way, except in that a public footpath starts from it, and is accessible no other way.

Andy Waddington

Footpath to Rowen

Andy Waddington

Field and woodland south of Rowen

A walled public footpath heads south from Rowen for destinations such as Coed Gorswen National Nature Reserve, Tyddyn Bach and Tyddyn Wern. This view looks over its eastern wall into pasture surrounded by autumnal woodland.

Andy Waddington