Coed Cae'n-y-coed

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Cae'n-y-coed

Cefnrhos Gwawr Cefnrhos Gwawr forestry — Cefnrhos Gwawr Credit: Colin Prosser

Coed Cae'n-y-coed is a beautiful woodland located in Caernarfonshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its lush greenery, diverse flora, and serene atmosphere. The name "Coed Cae'n-y-coed" translates to "Wood, Forest" in English, which accurately represents its natural surroundings.

The woodland is characterized by a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, birch, beech, and pine. These trees provide a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, making Coed Cae'n-y-coed a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Visitors can often spot various bird species, such as jays, woodpeckers, and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and foxes.

Walking trails crisscross through the woodland, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its beauty on foot. The paths lead to hidden gems, such as a picturesque stream that meanders through the forest, adding to the tranquility of the surroundings. The woodland is also home to several picnic areas, providing a perfect spot for visitors to relax and enjoy a meal amidst nature.

Coed Cae'n-y-coed is a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and photography. The changing seasons bring a different charm to the woodland, with vibrant autumn colors and blooming wildflowers in spring. The management of Coed Cae'n-y-coed focuses on preserving its natural beauty and promoting sustainable practices, ensuring that future generations can continue to appreciate its splendor.

In conclusion, Coed Cae'n-y-coed is a captivating woodland in Caernarfonshire, offering a serene escape into nature. Its diverse flora and fauna, coupled with well-maintained trails and picnic spots, make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of Wales.

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Coed Cae'n-y-coed Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.099327/-3.8438689 or Grid Reference SH7657. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cefnrhos Gwawr

Cefnrhos Gwawr forestry

Colin Prosser

Swallow Falls

The Swallow falls near Betws-y-Coed on the Afon Llugwy.

Bob Walters

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.

David Dixon

A5 near Swallow Falls

David Dixon

Fire station and Rhes Dolydd

A pleasing group of buildings in a slate vernacular. I thought that the fire station resembled a chapel; maybe that was deliberate?

Jonathan Wilkins

Bro Gethin, Ffordd Gethin

Housing in an outlying part of Betws-y-coed.

Jonathan Wilkins

Afon Llugwy

A view upstream from a dry section of the braided channel by Ty Hyll.

Jonathan Wilkins

Fallen tree

A fallen tree, whose root-plate has been washed clean by floodwater.

Jonathan Wilkins

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.

Jonathan Wilkins

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.

Jonathan Wilkins

The Towers Outdoor Education Centre

Eirian Evans

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.

Andy Waddington

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.

Andy Waddington

Looking over ruined Cyffty lead mine buildings

Next to the carpark is the crushing mill whilst autumnal bracken outlines the buddle beyond which lies the forge. Unlike lead mining ruins in some other areas, the ground does not seem to have become so toxic that nothing grows and the mine is much more overgrown than I would have expected.

Andy Waddington

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.

Andy Waddington