Borth-y-Gest - Quiet Harbour

Borth-y-Gest is a small, quiet harbour just outside Porthmadog. The village boasts a historical significance as a site where ships were constructed before the establishment of Porthmadog. Noteworthy are the "pilot houses," positioned at the harbour's entrance, where pilots would keep watch for ships in need of their assistance. Prior to the development of Porthmadog, Borth-y-Gest served as the starting point for a significant crossing over the wide and perilous Glaslyn estuary. Local residents earned their livelihood by guiding travellers across the hazardous sands of Traeth Mawr, leading to Harlech. Nature enthusiasts can explore Parc y Borth, a local nature reserve nestled in deciduous woodland dominated by ancient Welsh oaks. The reserve is home to various wildlife, including green woodpeckers, tawny owls, and pied flycatchers, making it a delightful destination for birdwatching. On the shoreline lies another nature reserve, Pen y Banc, featuring a blend of coastal rocks, secluded sandy coves, and mixed woodland. Established in 1996, this reserve is an excellent spot for observing wading birds. The mild climate contributes to a diverse range of vegetation, from gorse and heather to blackthorn, crab apple, and birch, creating a welcoming environment that attracts many visitors to its beaches.

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LOOKS LIKE MURBLE in THE MUMBLES

Lighthouse in The Mumbles, Swansea Bay

Wales

june 2021 https://www.trinityhouse.co.uk/lighthouses-and-lightvessels/mumbles-lighthouse

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'I see you' The Afanc, once considered a water God by the people of Wales these water dragons resemble enormous crocodiles with long coiling bodies and are covered in impenetrable scales and sharp spines. - #smaugust #dragonart #penandink #folklore #dragon #inkyart #smaugust2019 #tuesday #tuesdaymotivation #inkdrawing #inkdrawings #linedrawing #welshartist #welsh #wales #welshmonstersartbook #welshcoast https://www.instagram.com/p/B1GK1cGjyiP/?igshid=1clzdo9c3oqj4

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beautiful weather for a beach day and picnic 😍

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OPEN YOUR EYES IN HEAVEN

Three Cliff Bay, Gower - Wales

june 2021 It’s a wonder of nature, spectacular, breathtaking. You go there and see...

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