Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve
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Overview
The Ceunant Llennyrch NNR near the village of Maentwrog is one of several woodland reserves in the Vale of Ffestiniog in Gwynedd, and runs from Trawsfynydd Lake to the River Dwyryd. The reserve’s broad expanse of woodland encloses a spectacularly steep gorge, through which the stunning Afon Prysor waterfall cascades. At one point, the river is flanked by 100ft-high cliffs, which face each other at only 35ft apart. The high humidity offered by the wooded falls creates the perfect environment for numerous damp-loving plants. The steep banks are clothed with bilberry and the delicate white flowers of wood anemones and wood sorrel in the summer. Due to the levels of humidity and shade which don’t suit vascular plants well, the flowers play a subordinate role to the abundant mosses, liverworts, ferns and lichens. Among the few exceptions that appear in some of the less rocky areas is the bright yellow common cow-wheat.
About the area
The county of Gwynedd is home to most of the Snowdonia National Park – including the wettest spot in Britain, an arête running up to Snowdon’s summit that receives an average annual rainfall of 4,473mm. With its mighty peaks, rivers and strong Welsh heritage (it has the highest proportion of Welsh-speakers in all of Wales), it’s always been an extremely popular place to visit and live.
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The Hotel Portmeirion
An elegant hotel enjoying pride of place shore-side beneath the wooded slopes of Portmeirion village, overlooking the sandy estuary. Saved from dereliction in the 1920s by Clough Willia...
Aberdunant Hall
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Greenacres Holiday Park
A quality holiday park on level ground just a short walk from Black Rock Sands, and set against a backdrop of Snowdonia National Park. All touring pitches are on hardstandings surrounde...
Ty Mawr Hotel
Ty Mawr translates as 'Big House' and this particular house is located in the picturesque Snowdonia National Park. The attractive grounds, opposite the River Artro, provide a popular be...
Barmouth Bay Holiday Park
With a mountain backdrop and direct access to miles of sandy beaches, Barmouth Bay Holiday Park is an ideal location for escaping from the pressures of everyday life. Holiday homes are ...
Islawrffordd Caravan Park
Situated on the coast between Barmouth and Harlech and within the Snowdonia National Park, this site has clear views of Cardigan Bay, the Llŷn Peninsula and the Snowdonia and Cader Idri...
Trawsdir Touring Caravans & Camping Park
Well run by the owners, this quality park enjoys spectacular views to the sea and hills, and is very accessible for motor traffic. The facilities are appointed to a very high standard, ...
Penmaenuchaf Dolgellau
Set under the imposing Cadair Idris and overlooking the Mawddach estuary, Penmaenuchaf is a comfortable retreat enjoying peace, fantastic views and dark skies. The house has long been w...
