Clwt-y-bont

Settlement in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Clwt-y-bont

WWII Defences of North Wales: Lake View Hotel, Llanberis -
Minefield: EDoB ID: e46184 

Concrete landmine sockets in the old road surface in the car park of the Lake View Hotel. I got some curious looks from patrons of the hotel photographing these!
WWII Defences of North Wales: Lake View Hotel, Llanberis Credit: Mike Searle

Clwt-y-bont is a small village located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Situated in the northern part of the country, it lies on the banks of the Afon Gwyrfai River, just a few miles south of Caernarfon town. The village is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the Snowdonia National Park to the east and the Llyn Peninsula to the west.

With a population of approximately 500 residents, Clwt-y-bont retains its rural charm and tranquility. The village is characterized by its picturesque stone houses and narrow winding lanes, which add to its traditional Welsh atmosphere. The community is close-knit, and local events and gatherings are an important part of village life.

While Clwt-y-bont is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Caernarfon, with its historic castle and vibrant town center, is just a short drive away, offering a range of amenities such as shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village also benefits from good transportation links, with the A487 road passing nearby, providing easy access to surrounding areas.

Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to Clwt-y-bont thanks to its stunning surroundings. The village is an ideal base for exploring the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, which offers a myriad of opportunities for hiking, climbing, and enjoying the great outdoors. Additionally, the nearby coast of the Llyn Peninsula provides opportunities for water sports and beach activities.

Overall, Clwt-y-bont offers a peaceful and idyllic setting in the heart of the Welsh countryside, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a rural retreat with easy access to amenities and natural beauty.

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WWII Defences of North Wales: Lake View Hotel, Llanberis -
Minefield: EDoB ID: e46184 

Concrete landmine sockets in the old road surface in the car park of the Lake View Hotel. I got some curious looks from patrons of the hotel photographing these!
WWII Defences of North Wales: Lake View Hotel, Llanberis
- Minefield: EDoB ID: e46184 Concrete landmine sockets in the old road surface in the car park of the Lake View Hotel. I got some curious looks from patrons of the hotel photographing these!
Craig Llew from the Clegyr Path These are some of the oldest rocks in Wales. Moel Eilio forms the background.
Craig Llew from the Clegyr Path
These are some of the oldest rocks in Wales. Moel Eilio forms the background.
Wooded wetland below Craig Llew The walls are  the work of early 18thC quarrymen-farmers who carved small holdings from the wastes. This dual economy remained a feature of the slate quarrying districts of Caernarvonshire until the 1960s/
Wooded wetland below Craig Llew
The walls are the work of early 18thC quarrymen-farmers who carved small holdings from the wastes. This dual economy remained a feature of the slate quarrying districts of Caernarvonshire until the 1960s/
A4086 near Llanberis 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.
A4086 near Llanberis
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.
A4086 towards Llanberis 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.
A4086 towards Llanberis
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.
Angela's Coach near Llanberis Angela Coaches' VDL Futura coach (R600 ACL) on the A4086 road about one mile outside Llanberis.
Angela's Coach near Llanberis
Angela Coaches' VDL Futura coach (R600 ACL) on the A4086 road about one mile outside Llanberis.
A4244 near Bryn Derw The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
A4244 near Bryn Derw
The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
Beran Service Station The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
Beran Service Station
The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
A4244 northbound The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
A4244 northbound
The A4244 is a relatively short (6½ miles) rural A-road in north Caernarfonshire. It connects the A5/A55 (near the Llys-y-gwynt junction) with the A4086 at Brynrefail, just outside Llanberis.
View South towards Llandinorwig Church and Cefn y Waun Chapel from the upper section of Lon Pen Bont The two places of worship were built on the moorland edge above the village of Deiniolen.
View South towards Llandinorwig Church and Cefn y Waun Chapel from the upper section of Lon Pen Bont
The two places of worship were built on the moorland edge above the village of Deiniolen.
Eglwys Llandinorwig Church This image was taken from Lon Cefn-y-Waun. Holyhead Mountain, more than 20 miles away. is clearly visible in the bottom left hand corner of this image.
Eglwys Llandinorwig Church
This image was taken from Lon Cefn-y-Waun. Holyhead Mountain, more than 20 miles away. is clearly visible in the bottom left hand corner of this image.
Eglwys Crist, Llandinorwig and Cefn-y-Waun MC, Deiniolen Cefn-y-Waun is also spelt Cefn-y-Waen. Both places of worship are located on heathland east of the former slate quarrying village of Deiniolen. Capel Cefn-y-Waun has since been decommissioned.
Eglwys Crist, Llandinorwig and Cefn-y-Waun MC, Deiniolen
Cefn-y-Waun is also spelt Cefn-y-Waen. Both places of worship are located on heathland east of the former slate quarrying village of Deiniolen. Capel Cefn-y-Waun has since been decommissioned.
Pentref Dinorwig o lethrau Moel Eilian/ The village of Dinorwig from the slopes of Moel Eilian Dinorwig was the highest quarrying village in the Seiont Valley.
Pentref Dinorwig o lethrau Moel Eilian/ The village of Dinorwig from the slopes of Moel Eilian
Dinorwig was the highest quarrying village in the Seiont Valley.
Benchmark on slate gatepost near Fridd-dir, Deiniolen For more details see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114245" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm114245">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>
Benchmark on slate gatepost near Fridd-dir, Deiniolen
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Cefn-y-Waun MC Chapel and Llandinorwig Church from Lon Bwlch Uchaf Both are located on high ground above the village of Deiniolen. Cefn-y-waun chapel was decommissioned in the first decade of the 21atC.
Cefn-y-Waun MC Chapel and Llandinorwig Church from Lon Bwlch Uchaf
Both are located on high ground above the village of Deiniolen. Cefn-y-waun chapel was decommissioned in the first decade of the 21atC.
Gate into field and onto footpath, Deiniolen
Gate into field and onto footpath, Deiniolen
Gate on footpath, Deiniolen
Gate on footpath, Deiniolen
Llyn Padarn and the Snowdon Massif April evening sunshine on Llyn Padarn and the Snowdon Massif.  
Taken from Pont Pen-y-llyn at the northwestern end of Llyn Padarn; looking along the lake towards Llanberis.
Llyn Padarn and the Snowdon Massif
April evening sunshine on Llyn Padarn and the Snowdon Massif. Taken from Pont Pen-y-llyn at the northwestern end of Llyn Padarn; looking along the lake towards Llanberis.
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Clwt-y-bont is located at Grid Ref: SH5762 (Lat: 53.144135, Lng: -4.136238)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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