Coed Bedw

Wood, Forest in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Coed Bedw

Level crossing near Tal-y-Cafn
Level crossing near Tal-y-Cafn Credit: Steven Brown

Coed Bedw, located in Caernarfonshire, Wales, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. Spanning approximately 100 acres, the forest is situated near the village of Beddgelert, nestled within the Snowdonia National Park.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, birch, and rowan, which create a dense canopy providing shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to its enchanting atmosphere.

Coed Bedw is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and families seeking outdoor recreation. It offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its serene surroundings at their own pace. Along these paths, one may encounter an array of wildlife, including red squirrels, badgers, and a diverse range of bird species.

The forest also boasts a number of notable features, such as a tranquil river and a small waterfall, which add to the scenic allure of the area. These water features provide opportunities for visitors to relax, picnic, or engage in water-based activities.

Coed Bedw is not only a haven for wildlife and nature lovers but also serves as an important ecological site, contributing to the conservation and preservation of the region's biodiversity. Its accessibility, natural beauty, and abundant wildlife make it a treasured destination for both locals and tourists alike, offering a peaceful retreat amidst the stunning Welsh countryside.

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Coed Bedw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.222538/-3.8351081 or Grid Reference SH7771. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Level crossing near Tal-y-Cafn
Level crossing near Tal-y-Cafn
Llyn Syberi
Llyn Syberi
Tal-y-Bont village entrance signs
Tal-y-Bont village entrance signs
A bend in the River Conwy As viewed from a train heading towards Llandudno, near Coed y Borthol, which is to the right off screen. Tal y Fan is in the background.
A bend in the River Conwy
As viewed from a train heading towards Llandudno, near Coed y Borthol, which is to the right off screen. Tal y Fan is in the background.
Llyn Syberi Above Tal Y Cafn this small lake is one of the many hidden glories of the Conwy valley.
Llyn Syberi
Above Tal Y Cafn this small lake is one of the many hidden glories of the Conwy valley.
Afon Conwy The River Conway (Afon Conwy) rises on the Migneint Moors and flows northward for 27 miles to its mouth at Conwy.
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Afon Conwy
The River Conway (Afon Conwy) rises on the Migneint Moors and flows northward for 27 miles to its mouth at Conwy. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Conwy Valley Railway 2 Looking northwards (up direction) from the northern occupational crossing of the two in this square, with the line continuing on its straight course fringed by reed-beds.
Conwy Valley Railway 2
Looking northwards (up direction) from the northern occupational crossing of the two in this square, with the line continuing on its straight course fringed by reed-beds.
Conwy Valley Railway 3 Warning board and telephone by the side of an occupational crossing, looking in the down direction towards the GSM-R radio antenna that gives secure communication between signalling staff and trains on this section.
Conwy Valley Railway 3
Warning board and telephone by the side of an occupational crossing, looking in the down direction towards the GSM-R radio antenna that gives secure communication between signalling staff and trains on this section.
Reed beds Extensive beds of reeds occupy the eastern side of the Conwy Valley, an important wetland habitat in an area that is otherwise rather intensively farmed. The river cannot be seen in this view, but is significantly tidal even so far south.
Reed beds
Extensive beds of reeds occupy the eastern side of the Conwy Valley, an important wetland habitat in an area that is otherwise rather intensively farmed. The river cannot be seen in this view, but is significantly tidal even so far south.
Wet grassland The last two weeks have been very wet, and the grass in the foreground is completely waterlogged. Larger pools and a huge expanse of reed-beds fill the flat floor of the valley, across which meanders the Afon Conwy, completely hidden in this view. In the far distance, the summit of Tal-y-fan <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SH7372">SH7372</a> can be seen.
Wet grassland
The last two weeks have been very wet, and the grass in the foreground is completely waterlogged. Larger pools and a huge expanse of reed-beds fill the flat floor of the valley, across which meanders the Afon Conwy, completely hidden in this view. In the far distance, the summit of Tal-y-fan SH7372 can be seen.
A470, southbound The A470(T) is a major long-distance road in Wales, from Cardiff on the south coast to Llandudno on the north coast. It is 186 miles long, with a tortuous route through the country's mountainous central region, including the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia National Park.
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A470, southbound
The A470(T) is a major long-distance road in Wales, from Cardiff on the south coast to Llandudno on the north coast. It is 186 miles long, with a tortuous route through the country's mountainous central region, including the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia National Park. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
A470, Coed-y-Borthol The A470(T) is a major long-distance road in Wales, from Cardiff on the south coast to Llandudno on the north coast. It is 186 miles long, with a tortuous route through the country's mountainous central region, including the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia National Park.
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A470, Coed-y-Borthol
The A470(T) is a major long-distance road in Wales, from Cardiff on the south coast to Llandudno on the north coast. It is 186 miles long, with a tortuous route through the country's mountainous central region, including the Brecon Beacons and Snowdonia National Park. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Afon Conwy
Afon Conwy
Autumn treescape Birch and Ash trees wearing fine colours above Llyn Syberi.
Autumn treescape
Birch and Ash trees wearing fine colours above Llyn Syberi.
Old Milestone Old milestone on the B5106 near to Llanbedr-y-Cennin, Conway. For overall view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5121426" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5121426">Link</a>
Old Milestone
Old milestone on the B5106 near to Llanbedr-y-Cennin, Conway. For overall view see Link
Old Milestone Old milestone on the B5106 near to Llanbedr-y-Cennin, Conway. For close up view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5121422" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5121422">Link</a>
Old Milestone
Old milestone on the B5106 near to Llanbedr-y-Cennin, Conway. For close up view see Link
Afon Conwy Arriva Trains and the Ffestiniog Railway offer a 'Round Robin' ticket, a circular route taking in the Cambrian Line from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury, thence to Llandudno and onto Blaenau, a one-way trip on the Ffestiniog and back on Arriva from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth. 

On a senior railcard the current fare is £23.75, not bad value compared to a normal 'walk-on' fare of about £57.

The route shown above is the one I took but it is possible to join and depart anywhere on the circular route.

I attach the photos that I took on my journey. I have done the 'circle' a few times before but to do it again this year had to travel before the end of October as the Ffestiniog Railway is not running through trains to Bleanau in November.
Afon Conwy
Arriva Trains and the Ffestiniog Railway offer a 'Round Robin' ticket, a circular route taking in the Cambrian Line from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury, thence to Llandudno and onto Blaenau, a one-way trip on the Ffestiniog and back on Arriva from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth. On a senior railcard the current fare is £23.75, not bad value compared to a normal 'walk-on' fare of about £57. The route shown above is the one I took but it is possible to join and depart anywhere on the circular route. I attach the photos that I took on my journey. I have done the 'circle' a few times before but to do it again this year had to travel before the end of October as the Ffestiniog Railway is not running through trains to Bleanau in November.
Old Milestone by the B5106, north of Castell, Caerhun parish Carnarvon chamfered slate by the B5106, in parish of Caerhun (Conwy County Borough District), North of Pont Farchwel, West side of road.

Inscription reads:-
(CON)WAY (5)
TREFRIW 4
LLANRWST 7

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CAE_CYLR05
Old Milestone by the B5106, north of Castell, Caerhun parish
Carnarvon chamfered slate by the B5106, in parish of Caerhun (Conwy County Borough District), North of Pont Farchwel, West side of road. Inscription reads:- (CON)WAY (5) TREFRIW 4 LLANRWST 7 Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CAE_CYLR05
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Coed Bedw is located at Grid Ref: SH7771 (Lat: 53.222538, Lng: -3.8351081)

Unitary Authority: Conwy

Police Authority: North Wales

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