Caeathro

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Caeathro

Public bridleway to Bontnewydd A field edge footpath.
Public bridleway to Bontnewydd Credit: Christine Johnstone

Caeathro is a small rural village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated just south of the town of Caernarfon, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of North Wales. The village lies on the banks of the River Seiont, which adds to its scenic charm.

Caeathro is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a quiet and idyllic lifestyle. The village is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, including rolling hills, lush green fields, and the nearby Snowdonia National Park. This makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors.

Despite its small size, Caeathro offers a range of amenities for its residents. There is a local convenience store and a pub, providing essential services and a place to socialize. The village is also home to a primary school, ensuring that families with young children have access to education within the community.

For those seeking cultural and historical experiences, the nearby town of Caernarfon offers a wealth of attractions. Caernarfon Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a major draw for tourists and a testament to the area's rich history. Additionally, the town boasts a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

In summary, Caeathro is a charming village in Caernarfonshire that offers a peaceful lifestyle amidst beautiful natural surroundings. With its proximity to both the countryside and the amenities of Caernarfon, it provides residents with the best of both worlds.

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Caeathro Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.131527/-4.240107 or Grid Reference SH5061. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Public bridleway to Bontnewydd A field edge footpath.
Public bridleway to Bontnewydd
A field edge footpath.
Giât fach mewn wal carreg sych This small gate off a bridleway leads to no path or building, just a field.
Giât fach mewn wal carreg sych
This small gate off a bridleway leads to no path or building, just a field.
Hen gamfa fetel dros wal / Old metal stile over a wall On the public bridleway south of Bodwyn.
Hen gamfa fetel dros wal / Old metal stile over a wall
On the public bridleway south of Bodwyn.
Pont droed ar y llwybr  march / Footbridge on the bridleway The footbridge [which the OS maps] is the small slab of slate at the foot of the ladder stile.
Pont droed ar y llwybr march / Footbridge on the bridleway
The footbridge [which the OS maps] is the small slab of slate at the foot of the ladder stile.
Llwyfan nythu ger coetir / Nesting platform near woodland It appears to be currently unoccupied, but is big enough for an eagle.
Llwyfan nythu ger coetir / Nesting platform near woodland
It appears to be currently unoccupied, but is big enough for an eagle.
Llwybr march ger Hendai / Bridleway near Hendai The gorse and large tree are in a ruined enclosure. On the older large-scale OS maps this was Hendai - a small building with a square enclosure. Hendai can be translated as old house, or rural house. The enclosure and the bridleway are now part of a paddock.
Llwybr march ger Hendai / Bridleway near Hendai
The gorse and large tree are in a ruined enclosure. On the older large-scale OS maps this was Hendai - a small building with a square enclosure. Hendai can be translated as old house, or rural house. The enclosure and the bridleway are now part of a paddock.
Llanberis Road approaching Bypass Remnants of the roadworks at the new roundabout where the A4086 meets the "new" A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://gov.wales/a487-caernarfon-bontnewydd-bypass">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> which was due to be opened later in the week.
Llanberis Road approaching Bypass
Remnants of the roadworks at the new roundabout where the A4086 meets the "new" A487 Caernarfon to Bontnewydd bypass LinkExternal link which was due to be opened later in the week.
Llanberis Road passing Restaurant at Rhosbodrual The A4086 runs for almost 18 miles between Caernarfon and Capel Curig. It is a popular tourist route as it passes through some of the most memorable and famous parts of Snowdonia including the Llanberis Pass.
Llanberis Road passing Restaurant at Rhosbodrual
The A4086 runs for almost 18 miles between Caernarfon and Capel Curig. It is a popular tourist route as it passes through some of the most memorable and famous parts of Snowdonia including the Llanberis Pass.
Plas Tirion Lodge The lodge at the entrance to the drive of Plas Tirion is built in a dark stone of unknown origin, as are the gate pillars and wonderfully executed wing walls. The drive is a public bridleway.
Plas Tirion Lodge
The lodge at the entrance to the drive of Plas Tirion is built in a dark stone of unknown origin, as are the gate pillars and wonderfully executed wing walls. The drive is a public bridleway.
Plas Tirion drive Close to the lodge the drive to Plas Tirion is well surfaced as it serves another house close to the road. Elsewhere the track has become very waterlogged.
Plas Tirion drive
Close to the lodge the drive to Plas Tirion is well surfaced as it serves another house close to the road. Elsewhere the track has become very waterlogged.
Pasture by the stream A small stream drains the valley to the west of Plas Tirion. Here it breaks free of woodland into open pasture.
Pasture by the stream
A small stream drains the valley to the west of Plas Tirion. Here it breaks free of woodland into open pasture.
Drumlin with standing stone The valley floor has numerous drumlins as a reminder of the glacial history of the landscape. Many are surmounted by standing stones or small circles, which are apparently a romantic ornament supplied by Sir Hugh Rowlands of Plas Tirion.
Drumlin with standing stone
The valley floor has numerous drumlins as a reminder of the glacial history of the landscape. Many are surmounted by standing stones or small circles, which are apparently a romantic ornament supplied by Sir Hugh Rowlands of Plas Tirion.
View to Glynifor The fields in the valley bottom are rather boggy in places.
View to Glynifor
The fields in the valley bottom are rather boggy in places.
Fields above Plas Tirion drive A branch in the drive leads into the fields above the wooded dell.
Fields above Plas Tirion drive
A branch in the drive leads into the fields above the wooded dell.
Overgrown wetland Autumn colours are shown by trees growing in a small wet depression, which has temporarily dried out.
Overgrown wetland
Autumn colours are shown by trees growing in a small wet depression, which has temporarily dried out.
Bridge Abutment at Seiont Nurseries Surviving bridge abutment where the former LNWR Llanberis branch line crossed the Afon Seiont.
Bridge Abutment at Seiont Nurseries
Surviving bridge abutment where the former LNWR Llanberis branch line crossed the Afon Seiont.
A4086 Road Bridge Road bridge at Pont-Rug, that crosses the Afon Seiont and the disused former LNWR branch line to Llanberis.
A4086 Road Bridge
Road bridge at Pont-Rug, that crosses the Afon Seiont and the disused former LNWR branch line to Llanberis.
Bryn Gwna, Caeathro Inn on the main road outside between Caernarfon and Waunfawr.
Bryn Gwna, Caeathro
Inn on the main road outside between Caernarfon and Waunfawr.
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Caeathro is located at Grid Ref: SH5061 (Lat: 53.131527, Lng: -4.240107)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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