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A set of double falls, upper and lower. Both are quite tricky to photograph, the upper falls being the more precarious as you have to look over an edge to see the full drop. The lower falls are easier as you can get a low Point of View and hence get the flow of the water past you. These falls are only a few hundred yards up a well marked and obvious path, large car park on the main road at the bottom of the roadway.

📖 Rhaeadr y Chwarel is A picturesque mountain waterfall tucked into the lower section of Cwm Llan, near the old slate quarry workings on the southern flanks of Snowdon. The name literally means “Quarry Waterfall,” a nod to the mining history of the area, you can still see traces of old quarry buildings, walls, and inclines nearby. 👥 Feels remote and peaceful. Take in the surroundings before tackling the steeper, rockier terrain above and the crowds at the summit of Snowdon. 🚗 From Rhy-Ddu car park, c. 2.8 miles. ☕ A perfect spot to stop for a brew as it is sheltered. ⚠️ Access is along the well-trodden quarry approach path, so you don’t need scrambling skills. (Unless you walk further up the path to the top of Snowdon) To sum up: Rhaeadr y Chwarel is one of those small but memorable landmarks on Snowdon’s southern approaches. It’s not a massive waterfall, but its mix of natural beauty and industrial heritage makes it stand out. A perfect spot to pause before the serious climbing begins.

The long abandoned Barracks and Mill buildings of Rhosydd Quarry in the Moelwyn mountains of North Wales on a changeable day last September. A break in the heavy cloud allowed a burst of sunlight through that lit up the shiny slate rubble to make it look a bit like water. The dark buildings stood out against the lower slopes of Foel Ddu.

The spartan barracks at Rhosydd, a hard place to live and work, not far from the summit of a mountain.

Nice

Wear good shoes.

Straight ahead over the bridge is the path to Cwm Idwal, but take time to see the waterfall and rapids on the River Idwal. Very pretty.

Straight ahead over the bridge is the path to Cwm Idwal, but take time to see the waterfall and rapids on the River Idwal. Very pretty.