The shutter speed here was chosen to show softness in the water. That same image with a faster shutter speed is also available. At Trefriw you will find Fairy Falls as the river Crafnant drops approximately 25ft then continues its course to be a tributary of the river Conwy. A little upstream some of the water is diverted to power a small hydro plant for the adjacent woollen mill. The name Fairy Falls comes from the imaginative Edwardians and Victorians who had a fascination with fairies who they believe have an affinity with waterfalls.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. The view here is one of the paths up to Meini Hirion (Druids Circle) with a view across Conwy bay.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. The view here is taken from one of the paths up to Meini Hirion (Druids Circle).
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion).
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion), seen here as the sun sets.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion). Captured here from my drone, I am a CAA permit holder for commercial use.
This stream is largely created with the outfall of a small (750kW) Pelton wheel hydro power plant and goes to show that power generation does not have to be ugly.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. The view here is one of the paths up to Meini Hirion (Druids Circle) and amazingly is the only 'road' to two dwellings.
Conwy castle is a very impressive fortification that was built between 1283 and 1289 as part of a larger plan to create a walled town.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion). Captured here from my drone, I am a CAA permit holder for commercial use.
At Trefriw you will find Fairy Falls as the river Crafnant drops approximately 25ft then continues its course to be a tributary of the river Conwy. A little upstream some of the water is diverted to power a small hydro plant for the adjacent woollen mill. The name Fairy Falls comes from the imaginative Edwardians and Victorians who had a fascination with fairies who they believe have an affinity with waterfalls.
Having climbed to the top of the hill to see Meini Hirion (Druids Circle) at Penmaenmawr in Wales there is of course the long descent. Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Amazingly this is the only 'road' to two dwellings.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion).
The small yachts Eira and Michette at anchor off Llanddwyn Island, Wales.
The small yachts Eira and Michette at anchor off Llanddwyn Island, Wales. The old lighthouse, long replaced by a larger one on the island sits at the top of the ridge.
On Llanddwyn in Wales there are several of these rather fabulous wooden gates, most of which, including this one - you can simply walk around, but then where is the fun in that?
On Llanddwyn in Wales there are several of these rather fabulous wooden gates, most of which, including this one - you can simply walk around, but then where is the fun in that?
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion). Captured here from my drone, I am a CAA permit holder for commercial use.
The small yachts Eira and Michette at anchor off Llanddwyn Island, Wales. The old lighthouse, long replaced by a larger one on the island sits at the top of the ridge.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion).
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion).
Located amongst the Berwyn Mountains Aber Falls is the tallest waterfall in Wales (and England) with a fall of around 120ft. A very popular tourist attraction that is accessed via a small, often single track road that means an early start is essential if you wish to park and enjoy a less cluttered visit
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion), seen here as the sun sets.
Penmaenmawr is a small town in North Wales on the Conwy coast. Possibly its most well known feature is the Druid's Circle (Meini Hirion).
This bridge is on the circular walk at Fairy Falls in north Wales. I liked the perspective and symmetry this image offered.
Located amongst the Berwyn Mountains Aber Falls is the tallest waterfall in Wales (and England) with a fall of around 120ft. A very popular tourist attraction that is accessed via a small, often single track road that means an early start is essential if you wish to park and enjoy a less cluttered visit.
This bridge is on the circular walk at Fairy Falls in north Wales. I liked the perspective and symmetry this image offered.
Just a few yards down from Aber falls the water cascades down a series of tumbles, each offering unique beauty. A fast shutter speed here provides a sense of movement whilst still maintaining some sharpness, a softer version is also available.
Near Treaddur you will find these standing stones which are believed to go back to somewhere around 2,000 BC. Now they stand as silent guardians, leaving us to wonder who placed them there - and why
Near Treaddur you will find these standing stones which are believed to go back to somewhere around 2,000 BC. Now they stand as silent guardians, leaving us to wonder who placed them there - and why
Believed to be over 5,000 years old this is one of the 3 burial chambers at Trefignath on Anglesey, Wales. Neolithic tools have been found on the site and it is thought to have been is use for over 1,000 years. This is a composite image that uses a sky from Skylum.
As seen from Llandudno Pier, Great Orme Head. There is a scenic road here complete with toll, but if you can read a map it is clear there is a free of charge way too.
This scheduled monument is believed to date back to 4,000 - 2,000 BC and has 3 distinct chambers that were, and remain aligned with solstice sunrises.
This scheduled monument is believed to date back to 4,000 - 2,000 BC and has 3 distinct chambers that were, and remain aligned with solstice sunrises.
A ewe and young lamb look on with the puzzled look that only a sheep has trying to decide if it is worth spending the energy needed to run away.
The stunning view from the headland of the Lleyn Peninsula with Bardsey island in the background.
On a clear sunny day the view from the headland at the Lynn Peninsula is quite something.
On a clear sunny day the view from the headland at the Llyn Peninsula is quite something.
The Wales Coast Path is a spectacular walk as the name suggests, around the welsh coast. The section you see here is on the Lleyn peninsular which is about as far west as you can get without getting wet.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
A bright Welsh flag fluttering in the wind at Llandudno, North Wales.
A bright Welsh flag fluttering in the wind at Llandudno, North Wales.
Perched on the top of a valley and overlooking 3 Cliffs Bay in South Wales are the remains of Pennard Castle. To its north and west are the kind of sheer drop that would thwart even a goat, but sadly not sand. It seems the sand blowing up into and around the castle finally led to it being abandoned around the end of the 14th century. This image is also available as a square orientation.
Perched on the top of a valley and overlooking 3 Cliffs Bay in South Wales are the remains of Pennard Castle. To its north and west are the kind of sheer drop that would thwart even a goat, but sadly not sand. It seems the sand blowing up into and around the castle finally led to it being abandoned around the end of the 14th century. This image is also available as a portrait orientation.
This beautiful waterfall is in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. An energetic walk very well worth the effort.
Waterfall of the snow. This most beautiful waterfall is in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. The footpath actually goes behind the curtain of water too so the brave, and those who don't mind getting just a little damp, get a most unusual view.
Waterfall of the snow. This most beautiful waterfall is in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. The footpath actually goes behind the curtain of water too so the brave, and those who don't mind getting just a little damp, get a most unusual view.
This beautiful waterfall is in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. An energetic walk very well worth the effort.
This rather beautiful waterfall is accessed via a path from Llanberis. It can also be seen from the very popular Snowdon mountain railway as it passes over a viaduct that is just a few yards to the right and more than a few yard above.
The mound seen here is a reconstruction of a very much older and larger burial mound after the original neolithic mound was excavated in 1928. It is possible to walk inside and many people do - often bearing and leaving small items relevant to the Pagan faith system.
This is a relaxing image of a path through the Brecon Beacons National Park. Part of the 'Four Falls' walk it is described as 'strenuous' - they aren't kidding.
Perched on the top of a valley and overlooking 3 Cliffs Bay in South Wales are the remains of Pennard Castle. To its north and west are the kind of sheer drop that would thwart even a goat, but sadly not sand. It seems the sand blowing up into and around the castle finally led to it being abandoned around the end of the 14th century.
A rather beautiful and now sadly unused chapel that is now known simply by the location - Great Orme Cemetery. Great Orme Cemetery Chapel was built after the original church of St Tudno's suffered major damage and fell into dis-repair.
When St Tudno's was eventually repaired by a local benefactor some years later this building in turn was left to waste away
Porth Colman in Wales used to be used by coastal trading vessels that would tie up, wait for the tide to go out and the boat be aground, then unloaded / loaded. This situation was improved in 1913 when a mechanised system of pulleys and steam engine was introduced.
Mumbles on the Welsh coast is a lovely place to visit and whist I have no doubt the new lifeboat station offers a more suitable home to the current needs of the RNLI the old one still retains character and is far more photo worthy.
This beautiful beach is rarely if ever crowded as it does take rather a walk to get to.
Caswell bay is a beautiful curved beach that looks due South and as such is a real suntrap. With nearby facilities and shops it makes for a very popular family day out.
Carreg Cennen castle is near Llandeilo an odd combination of private ownership and being cared for by CADW. This image was taken from public highway.
Once part of the kingdom of Deheubarth here we see the remains of an imposing fortress brought down by a major seige by the English in 1287 which after 2 weeks of attack saw a large part of the wall collapse.
Mystic Falls can be found in the Brecon Beacons and the water tumbles 90 feet into the pool below. If you are feeling intrepid you can follow a narrow path and stand behind the falls for a rather unusual view
Mystic Falls can be found in the Brecon Beacons and the water tumbles 90 feet into the pool below. If you are feeling intrepid you can follow a narrow path and stand behind the falls for a rather unusual view.
Pistyll Rhaeadr is a rather stunning location in Wales and is the largest waterfall in the country falling some 240 ft in a series of drops, the largest of which is around 130 ft. The walk to the top is 'interesting'.
Just a few yards down from the Aber Falls the water cascades down a series of tumbles, each offering unique beauty. A slow shutter speed here provides a soft, milky effect and a faster, sharper version is also available.
Located amongst the Berwyn Mountains Pistyll Rhaeadr is the tallest waterfall in Wales (and England) with a fall of around 120ft. A very popular tourist attraction that is accessed via a small, often single track road that means an early start is essential if you wish to park and enjoy a less cluttered visit.
