About Alwen Dam
Alwen Dam car park has space for about 20 cars and there are three picnic tables. The Dam itself was completed in 1906 and its construction is unusual being of concrete which was only just starting to be used in large scale projects of this nature at that time. It occupies a commanding position over the public road at pont yr Alwen, and accessible to all users, it offers good views both westwards over the reservoir and eastwards to the Llantysilio hills.
How to get there:
Alwen Dam is in Alwen which is part of Hiraethog Forest.
Following the B4501 northwards from Cerrigydrudion there is a signed left turn into the forest shortly after the Pont yr Alwen junction. Follow the forest road through smallholding and take the first left to park adjacent to the dam.
Cerrigydrudion is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: SH955530
For details of public transport visit http://www.traveline-cymru.info/
For details of public transport visit http://www.traveline-cymru.info/
Activities
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Alwen Trail |
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Open Access for horse riders. |
Contact:
Steve CrosbyLocal Area Manager
0300 068 0300
e-mail: steve.crosby@forestry.gsi.gov.uk
