Bwlch

Settlement in Merionethshire

Wales

Bwlch

Salt marsh, Dysynni estuary On the north side of the estuary. Farmland (grazing or grass crop) is on the floodplain beyond. Tal y Gareg is in the background, with Tonfanau Quarry visible.
Salt marsh, Dysynni estuary Credit: Ian Taylor

Bwlch is a small village located in the historic county of Merionethshire, Wales. Situated in the southern part of Snowdonia National Park, Bwlch is surrounded by stunning natural beauty and offers a peaceful retreat for visitors and residents alike.

The village is nestled between the mountains of Cadair Idris and Rhinog Fawr, providing breathtaking views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, and fishing. It is also close to the popular tourist destinations of Dolgellau and Barmouth, offering easy access to a range of amenities and attractions.

Bwlch has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The area was once known for its slate quarries, which were a significant source of employment and industry in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, remnants of the quarrying era can still be seen in the local landscape.

The village itself is characterized by its charming stone houses and traditional Welsh architecture. It has a close-knit community and a strong sense of Welsh culture, with the Welsh language being widely spoken.

A visit to Bwlch offers the opportunity to immerse oneself in the tranquility of the Welsh countryside, explore the nearby mountains, and experience the warmth and hospitality of the local community. Whether seeking an active outdoor adventure or a peaceful escape, Bwlch provides a picturesque setting that captures the essence of rural Wales.

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Bwlch Images

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Salt marsh, Dysynni estuary On the north side of the estuary. Farmland (grazing or grass crop) is on the floodplain beyond. Tal y Gareg is in the background, with Tonfanau Quarry visible.
Salt marsh, Dysynni estuary
On the north side of the estuary. Farmland (grazing or grass crop) is on the floodplain beyond. Tal y Gareg is in the background, with Tonfanau Quarry visible.
Looking across the fields to Rhoslefain
Looking across the fields to Rhoslefain
The road towards Perllan
The road towards Perllan
The lane to Pant-afal
The lane to Pant-afal
The lane to Trefaes
The lane to Trefaes
Roadworks on the A493
Roadworks on the A493
A493 at Rhoslefain
A493 at Rhoslefain
Slopes below Cefn Bod Gadfan
Slopes below Cefn Bod Gadfan
Bron y Foel
Bron y Foel
Driveway to Bodgadfan
Driveway to Bodgadfan
Timber stack at Hafdy
Timber stack at Hafdy
Min y Don Stone built house typical of the area.
Min y Don
Stone built house typical of the area.
Remains of Tonfanau Camp One of the few traces of the former military base at Tonfanau, north of Tywyn.
Remains of Tonfanau Camp
One of the few traces of the former military base at Tonfanau, north of Tywyn.
Tonfanau Quarry Tonfanau Quarry near the Dysynni River to the North of Tywyn.
Tonfanau Quarry
Tonfanau Quarry near the Dysynni River to the North of Tywyn.
Cave at Cae Du These low sea cliffs are a popular climbing area for local outdoor centres. Owain Glyndwr is reputed to have hidden from the English in this cave.
Cave at Cae Du
These low sea cliffs are a popular climbing area for local outdoor centres. Owain Glyndwr is reputed to have hidden from the English in this cave.
Ty Coch  ( Red House ) Ruins.
Ty Coch ( Red House ) Ruins.
Llanfendigaid Hall. Shame about the Leylandii!
Llanfendigaid Hall.
Shame about the Leylandii!
Tyddyn Meurig. Owain Glyndwr is reputed to have stayed at this farm.
Tyddyn Meurig.
Owain Glyndwr is reputed to have stayed at this farm.
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Bwlch is located at Grid Ref: SH5705 (Lat: 52.623874, Lng: -4.1140035)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///tenders.speaker.shippers. Near Tywyn, Gwynedd

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Bwlch Rhoslefain

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Located within 500m of 52.623874,-4.1140035
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.6235012/-4.1168283
Tyddyn Meurig
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.6231495/-4.1120004
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