Tan-y-Bwlch
in Gwynedd of Wales, United Kingdom

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
52.946 and -4.002 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 52° 56' 45" and W -4° 0' 7"
Currency and Currency Code:
Pound - GBP
Spoken languages:
English, Welsh, Scottish Gaelic
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 05:34 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: Europe/London
UTC/GMT offset: 0 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
5:48 am and 8:38 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-45.883 and 170.633 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Pukehiki
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United Kingdom in Northern Europe

Safety Score: 3,0 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United Kingdom.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United Kingdom. Last Update: 2024-04-27 08:23:39

Discover Tan-y-Bwlch

Tan-y-Bwlch in Gwynedd (Wales) is a city in United Kingdom about 192 mi (or 309 km) north-west of London, the country's capital city.

Local time in Tan-y-Bwlch is now 05:34 PM (Saturday). The local timezone is named Europe / London with an UTC offset of one hour. We know of 12 airports in the vicinity of Tan-y-Bwlch, of which 5 are larger airports. The closest airport in United Kingdom is Anglesey Airport in a distance of 30 mi (or 49 km), North-West. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are several Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United Kingdom is Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd in a distance of 18 mi (or 28 km), North-East. Also, if you like golfing, there are a few options in driving distance.

When in this area, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Maentwrog, Ffestiniog, Trawsfynydd, Porthmadog and Llanfair. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 7°C / 45 °F

Morning Temperature 2°C / 35 °F
Evening Temperature 7°C / 45 °F
Night Temperature 5°C / 40 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 74%
Air Pressure 1006 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from South-West
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 94% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Sunday, 28th of April 2024

7°C (45 °F)
6°C (43 °F)
Light rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Monday, 29th of April 2024

9°C (47 °F)
7°C (45 °F)
Moderate rain, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Tuesday, 30th of April 2024

9°C (48 °F)
7°C (45 °F)
Moderate rain, fresh breeze, overcast clouds.

Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

Tafarn Trip

Published: April 19, 2014
Length: 41:57 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Festshopman

Some ducks and a train in the sunshine this afternoon.


Empty slate wagons

Published: December 10, 2014
Length: 21:47 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Festshopman

As part of the Keolis Team Building weekend Linda hauled a train of slate wagons this is some footage from a camera clamped onto the brake van of the whole trip from TYB to Porthmadog. It was...


ALCO 1986

Published: December 03, 2014
Length: 29:59 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Festshopman

A trip down memory lane on the FR. Shot on VHS take a look at the railway as it was then.k.


(HD) Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog at Llyn Ystradau 30th July 2013

Published: August 03, 2013
Length: 44:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steam trains by XxBec3509

Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog steam service at Llyn Ystradau on the 30th July 2013 Mainline steam trains from England and other railway related videos from Poland, Australia, Italy and France.


Ffestiniog Railway 'Quirks & Curiosities' Part 4

Published: May 16, 2010
Length: 36:09 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: pennysteam

Gravity train.


Ffestiniog railway Moelwyn Tunnel 30th July 2013

Published: August 05, 2013
Length: 08:51 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Steam trains by XxBec3509

Ffestiniog railway Moelwyn Tunnel 30th July 2013 Mainline steam trains from England and other railway related videos from Poland, Australia, Italy and France.


Ffestiniog Railway September 2010 Part 2

Published: September 22, 2010
Length: 07:56 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: pennysteam

Part two is based around Dduallt.


Ffestiniog Railway part 2

Published: October 25, 2011
Length: 05:48 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Roy Lambeth

For the return journey we sat at the back of the train and I filmed through the rear windows of the old observation coach now relegated to Third class travel...


Tanygrisiau visit.mp4

Published: September 11, 2012
Length: 34:03 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: trainbikefan

Besides enjoying making and modifying railway models, I am a member of Railway Ramblers, a group of people with interest in (legally) exploring the remains of, primarily British, railway routes...


Luxury Cottage for 2 in a lovely Snowdonia village

Published: November 20, 2014
Length: 00:00 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: BestofWales Self-Catering Holiday Cottages in

Stunning and romantic, this grade 2 listed, detached stone cottage is located in the picturesque village of Maentwrog, in the heart of Snowdonia National Park. Beautifully renovated and refurbished...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Moelwyn Bach

Moelwyn Bach is a mountain in Snowdonia, North Wales and forms part of the Moelwynion. It is connected to its parent peak Moelwyn Mawr via the Craigysgafn ridge. It overlooks the town of Blaenau Ffestiniog and the Vale of Ffestiniog.

Located at 52.9739, -3.99701 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Ffestiniog, Llanfrothen, Mountains and hills of Gwynedd, Mountains and hills of Snowdonia, Hewitts of Wales, Nuttalls

Maentwrog

Maentwrog is a village and community in the Welsh county of Gwynedd, lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog just below Blaenau Ffestiniog, within the Snowdonia National Park. The River Dwyryd runs alongside the village. It has a population of 585.

Located at 52.9452, -3.9882 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Maentwrog

Llyn Mair

Llyn Mair (Welsh for 'Mary's lake') is a 14-acre artificial lake located at SH652412 in North Wales. It lies in the area of Tan-y-Bwlch, a little above Plas Tan-y-Bwlch, and is in the catchment area of the River Dwyryd. It was created by William Edward Oakeley (of Plas Tan-y-bwlch) as a 21st birthday present to his daughter Mair and as a water supply. The lake is set alongside the B4410 road, a minor road linking the village of Rhyd.

Located at 52.9512, -4.00787 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Maentwrog, Reservoirs in Gwynedd, Reservoirs in Snowdonia

Plas Tan y Bwlch

Plas Tan y Bwlch in Gwynedd, Wales is the Snowdonia National Park environmental studies centre, administered by the National Park Authority. The centre aims to provide courses which are of interest to all lovers of the countryside who would like to know about the Snowdonia National Park and the part of Wales in which it resides. Plas Tan y Bwlch occupies a position overlooking the valley of the River Dwyryd, and the village of Maentwrog, with no part of the Park more than an hour’s drive away.

Located at 52.9461, -4.0012 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Maentwrog, Environmental studies institutions in Gwynedd, Environmental studies institutions in Snowdonia, Further education colleges in Gwynedd, Further education colleges in Snowdonia

Rhyd, Gwynedd

Rhyd is a small village in the Welsh County of Gwynedd, located on the B4410 road, halfway between Maentwrog and Llanfrothen. Situated on an elevated site within the Snowdonia National Park, the village has views of the Moelwyns, notably Moelwyn Bach. The village is located one mile from Tan-y-Bwlch railway station, one of the principal stops on the historic Ffestiniog Railway.

Located at 52.955, -4.032 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Villages in Gwynedd, Villages in Snowdonia, Llanfrothen

Vale of Ffestiniog

The Vale of Ffestiniog is a valley in the Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd, North Wales. It stretches from Blaenau Ffestiniog in the east and runs in a westerly direction towards Tremadog Bay, terminating near Porthmadog. The Afon Dwyryd runs through the Vale; pastoral farming is practised along its length. The Vale is chiefly famous for the Ffestiniog Railway, a narrow gauge railway line running from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog.

Located at 52.944, -4.006 (Lat. / Lng.), about 0 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Ffestiniog, Maentwrog, Penrhyndeudraeth, Talsarnau, Valleys of Gwynedd, Valleys of Snowdonia

Coed Camlyn National Nature Reserve

Coed Camlyn National Nature Reserve is a nature reserve located south of the village of Maentwrog in Gwynedd, Wales. Rising steeply from the River Dwyryd valley floor, the reserve forms part of the extensive and dramatic wooded landscape of the Vale of Ffestiniog. Numerous species of woodland birds breed here, and the cliffs at the top end of the wood provide good nesting places for ravens.

Located at 52.939, -3.997 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
National Nature Reserves in Wales, Nature reserves in Gwynedd, Maentwrog

St Twrog's Church, Maentwrog

Saint Twrog’s Church is in the village of Maentwrog in the Welsh county of Gwynedd, lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog, within the Snowdonia National Park. It is in the Deanery of Ardudwy. A church was founded on the current site in the 6th century by Saint Twrog. It is believed that he was the son of Ithel Hael o Lydaw of Brittany. He was also the brother of Saint Tanwg of Llandanwg, Saint Tegai of Llandygai and Saint Baglan of Llanfaglan and Baglan.

Located at 52.9456, -3.9895 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Anglican churches in Wales, John Douglas buildings, Churches in Gwynedd, Maentwrog