Fairy Glen, Betws y Coed (1)
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Fairy Glen Gorge Betws-y-Coed, Wales UK
Ysbyty Ifan, Betws-y-Coed, Fairy Glen
Views of Ysbyty Ifan, Betws-y-Coed and the Fairy Glen in the Snowdonia National Park
River Conwy and the Fairy Glen Gorge, Wales UK
A walk on a wet day along the River Conwy and the Fairy Glen Gorge. Recent rainfall meant the river has turned into rapids. Filmed with iPhone 6s Plus and DJI Osmo Mobile 2.
Down the Waterfall - The Fairy Glen - North Wales
Down the Waterfall - The Fairy Glen - North Wales
The Waterfalls at The Fairy Glen in North Wales
Feb 2016
North Wales (Fairy Glen and South Stack lighthouse) - Landscape Photography (Part 1)
Trip to Fairy Glen and South Stack lighthouse to take photographs. Part 2 will show Llanberis tree, Cwm Idwal and Twr Mawr lighthouse.
The inset images appear better on my Flickr site:
Walk In The Woods, Betws y Coed, North Wales
Music by Brian Crain
Places to see in ( Betws y Coed - UK )
Places to see in ( Betws y Coed - UK )
Betws-y-Coed is a village and community in the Conwy valley in Conwy County Borough, Wales. The name Betws or Bettws is generally thought to be derived from the Anglo-Saxon Old English bed-hus—i.e. a bead-house: a house of prayer, or oratory. The earliest record of the name is Betus, in 1254.
Betws-y-Coed is one of the honeypot locations in Snowdonia. It lies in the Snowdonia National Park, in a valley near the point where the River Conwy is joined by the River Llugwy and the River Lledr, and was founded around a monastery in the late sixth century. The village grew very slowly with the development of the local lead mining industry. In 1815, the Waterloo Bridge, built by Thomas Telford to carry the London to Holyhead road (now the A5) across the River Conwy and through the village, brought considerable transport-related development. The village became a major coaching centre between Corwen (to the east) and Capel Curig (to the west) on the Irish Mail route from London to Holyhead, which led to the improvement of the roads south to Blaenau Ffestiniog and north to Llanrwst and Conwy. It is a primary destination for the purpose of road signs.
Construction of Betws-y-Coed railway station in 1868 heralded the arrival of the railway line from Llandudno Junction railway station, and resulted in the village's population increasing by around 500.
The village has a large village green which is the playing field for the local football team. The green is bounded on its western side by the A5 trunk road, with 19th century buildings, including shops, hotels, and the Church of St Mary. This church was built on the site of a former cockpit and fairground, and although it is of early English appearance, it was completed as recently as 1873, the internal roof timbers testifying to this relatively young age. The interior also features various types of stone: local bluestone, sandstone (and floor tiles) from Ancaster, and black serpentine from Cornwall. The square bell tower was added in 1907, and the integral church hall was added in the 1970s, the commemorative stone being laid by the Earl of Ancaster in 1976.
On the southern side of the green is Betws-y-Coed railway station with cafes and tourist shops and a car park. In the former railway goods yard, reached from the station, is the Conwy Valley Railway Museum with its extensive miniature railway.
Other attractions in the village include the Miners' Bridge and the 14th century church of St. Michael, which is the origin of the name Betws (meaning prayer-house). There are scenic walks beside the River Llugwy, which flows through the village, and the River Conwy provides further attractions, including the Fairy Glen, the Conwy Fish pass and waterfalls including the Conwy Falls. The Pont-y-Pair Falls are in the centre of the village (also the site of a 53-hole rock cannon), and a mile upstream are the famous Swallow Falls.
The Llyn Elsi reservoir nearby is popular with walkers and anglers, and also provides water for the village. A wide range of footpaths provide access to the lake, both from Betws y Coed itself and the outlying village of Pentre Du. There are many other small lakes in the vicinity.
The village is also a centre for outdoor activities and lies within the Gwydyr Forest. The current Betws-y-Coed Golf Club was founded in the 1970s. There was a much earlier club and course located on or near the Recreation Ground. The village is home to at least one well known rock band; Melys were founded there in 1996.
The Betws-y-Coed railway station, a passenger station on the Conwy Valley Line from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniog, is an integral part of the settlement's tourism industry. The train service is operated by Arriva Trains Wales and is marketed as the Conwy Valley Railway
( Betws y Coed - UK ) is well know as a tourist destination because of the variety of places you can enjoy while you are visiting the city of Betws y Coed . Through a series of videos we will try to show you recommended places to visit in Betws y Coed - UK
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Fairy Glen, North Wales
Here's some footage I took at Fairy Glen, sitting atop a rock in a pile of orange leaves.
13 Wales Betws y Coed Snowdonia Natl Pk Caernarfon Castle
Betws-y-Coed (Prayer house in the wood) is a village in the Conwy Valley in Conwy County, Wales. Betws-y-Coed is nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Snowdonia National Park. We enjoyed visiting the cafes, tourist shops and a former railway station. We took a scenic walk beside the River Llugwy which flows through the village. The River Conwy provides further attractions, including the Fairy Glen and Swallow Falls.
We drove through Snowdonia National Park which has the highest mountain in Wales. The park was established in 1951 as the third national park in Britain, following the Peak District and the Lake District. It is governed by Welsh representatives. Unlike national parks in other countries, Snowdonia (and other such parks in Britain) are made up of both public and private lands under central planning authority. More than 26,000 people live within the park.
We went on to see Caernarfon Castle which is a medieval fortress in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, north-west Wales. The first fortifications at Caenarfon were built by Romans. Following the Norman Conquest of England, William the Conqueror turned his attention to Wales. The Welsh recaptured the castle in 1115. War broke out again between England and Wales in 1282 and the English took over. The Caernarfon castle was the most impressive in it's time and its construction along with other Edwardian castles helped establish English rule.
The music we used for this video is Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven.
Wild Snowdonia Travel | Camping in Wales UK
If you are a wildlife lover then Wild Snowdonia is for you. Snowdonia is the highest summit in Wales and England. You will find green hills, rocky mountains, rushing rivers, valley clothed in ancient oakwood, dizzy headlands and big beaches. The wildlife seems to like it. We are a sanctuary for countless plants and animals. Go right to the top of Snowdon, the highest nature reserve in Wales where the bird and the Snowdon lily and other hardy arctic-alpine plants have evolved to cope with extreme conditions.
Llandudno is a Victorian-era seaside resort situated on the picturesque north coast of Wales. It is set between the cities of Bangor and Chester and is easily accessible by road and rail. People of all ages enjoy the beautiful scenery, fascinating wildlife, spectacular views.
Caernarfon is known for its mighty castle. Its sheer scale and commanding presence easily. Other nearby places worth visiting include Conwy, Bangor and the castle of Harlech. There are decent places to eat within or around the town.
Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales. It is a very famous and recognizable landmark and is a well worth limit. There is something wild about Snowdon with sharp, soaring and magnificent peaks. It has an excellent base for exploring or just relaxing and enjoying the view.
Betws-Y-Coed and Blaenau Ffestiniog: Betws is a gateway to Snowdonia and other villages. Other attractions in the village are ‘Miner’s Bridge’ and the 14-century church of StMichael. Other nearby attractions include The ‘Fairy Glen’ and the famous ‘Swallow Falls’ one of the most popular waterfalls in Wales. On the other hand, Blaenau Ffestiniog is famous for new and exciting activities. There are so many forests, lakes, rivers, and mountains all around it. It is a perfect destination for a quiet week or far away from the noise and pollution. This is a place where you can live a relaxed, and carefree life for somedays, at least.
Tremadog is a village near north west wales. It is famous for rock climbing and a black sand beach. Visit this place if you are a mountain lover.
Portmeirion is a tourist place near North Wales. It is an enchanting Italianate style village on the coast. It is the best place for a day out with families, couples and friends. There are some famous places near Portmeirion are Llechollwyn, Central Piazza, An Architectural Stroll, and BatterySquare.
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The Fairy Glen and Swallow Falls - Jan 2012
Kayaking clips from a couple of fairly low water runs of the Fairy Glen, Afon Conwy and Swallow Falls, Afon Llugwy in January 2012.
Music: Halucinogen - Dark Magus
Camera-work:Pete Burke and Beth Hume
Afon Lledr
12th Dec 2014
It seemed like no one from Bangor wanted to go kayaking, so I took my boat and hit the road to Snowdonia for some Fairy Glen Gorge (Afon Conwy) solo laps, where I randomly met Josh, Sam and Luke. We agreed that Glen was a bit too high, so we did Conwy's left tributary, Afon Lledr.
My first run, running blind, tiny beater at the end... :)
12. prosince 2014
Nikomu z Bangoru se nechtělo jít pádlovat, tak jsem vyrazil sám do Snowdonie s plánem párkrát si sjet Fairy Glen Gorge na řece Conwy. Tam jsem ale potkal Joshe, Sama a Lukea. Shodli jsme se, že Conwy má trochu moc vody a vyrazili jsme na její levý přítok, Lledr (čti „Chledr“).
Bylo to moje první seznámení s řekou, jel jsem na oči, na konci je to trochu poznat... :)
Hiking to 2400 m with no gear or preparation... with a storm on the way.
Not one of my wisest decisions. We decided to go on another day-long hike into the mountains. The weather was fantastic when we left, I was convinced we wouldn't need any extra gear, or our jackets...
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Gorge Walking @ Coed-y-Brenin
28th Newport Scouts gorge walking at Coed-y-Brenin, North Wales July 2006, with Arthog Activity Centre