Nestled in a peaceful corner of southern Snowdonia, Abergynolwyn is a picturesque little village with a rich slate mining heritage. The nearby Bryn Eglwys quarry employed around 300 men at its peak, while the lovingly restored railway still survives today. There's a cafe in the village and a pub: the Railway Inn.

The village is the ideal basecamp for a traverse of the Cadair Idris massif, south Snowdonia's greatest mountain. Accommodation wise, there are a few guesthouse options and there's the Fferm Cedris Farm Campsite, which also has self catering cottages available and is open during the warmer months.

Carina

July 29, 2025

The Railway Inn is a cozy and very hospitable pub. The burgers and soup of the day (sweet potatoes) were fresh and delicious.

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Location: Llanfihangel-Y-Pennant, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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