Foryd Bay

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Y Foryd, also known as Foryd Bay, is a tidal bay in Gwynedd, Wales. It is located at the south-western end of the Menai Strait, about two miles south-west of Caernarfon. Several rivers flow into the bay and there are large areas of mudflats and salt marsh. A shingle spit partly blocks the mouth of the bay. At the north-western end is Fort Belan, built during the 18th century. ()

Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°6'45"N, 4°19'12"W

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Nearby attractions include: Caernarfon Castle, GreenWood Forest Park, Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, Segontium.

2.6 miNE
Dramatic, 13th-century waterfront castle
Caernarfon Castle, Caernarfon
66 min walk • Caernarfon Castle, a majestic medieval fortress in Caernarfon, Wales, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the Middle Ages. Constructed under the command of King Edward I of England during the 13th century, this imposing stone structure was part of his...
7 miNE
Amusement, Park, Theme park
GreenWood Forest Park, Y Felinheli
179 min walk • Nestled in the heart of North Wales, GreenWood Forest Park offers a unique blend of eco-friendly entertainment and outdoor adventure that sets it apart from your typical amusement park. Located near the city of Y Felinheli, this family-focused attraction is renowned...
2.6 miNE
Forts and castles,
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd, Caernarfon
67 min walk • The Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd are a collection of fortifications constructed in the 13th century, located in the picturesque region of North Wales. Among these medieval structures, the Caernarfon Castle stands as a prominent historical icon in...
2.8 miNE
Preserved ruins of a Roman fort
Segontium, Caernarfon
73 min walk • Segontium is a Roman fort on the outskirts of Caernarfon in Gwynedd, North Wales. The fort, which survived until the end of the Roman occupation of Britain, was garrisoned by Roman auxiliaries from present-day Belgium and Germany.
2.5 miNE
Bridge
Aber Swing Bridge, Caernarfon
64 min walk • The Aber Swing Bridge, also known as the Pont yr Aber and Caernarfon swing bridge, is a pedestrian swing bridge in Gwynedd, Wales. This footbridge crosses over the Afon Seiont from the foreshore to the Watergate entrance in the centre of Caernarfon near Caernarfon Castle.
2.5 miNE
Museum, Military museum
Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum, Caernarfon
65 min walk • The Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum is a museum dedicated to the history of the Royal Welch Fusiliers, a historic regiment of the British Army. The museum is located within Caernarfon Castle in Caernarfon, Gwynedd, North Wales. Admission is included with entry to the castle.
0.9 miNW
Forts and castles
Fort Belan, Dinas Dinlle
23 min walk • Fort Belan is a coastal fortress in North Wales. It is located opposite Abermenai Point, at the south-western end of the Menai Strait, on the coast of Gwynedd, in the parish of Llanwnda.
0.7 miNE
Church
St Baglan's Church, Dinas Dinlle
19 min walk • St Baglan's Church, Llanfaglan, is a redundant church in the parish of Llanfaglan, Gwynedd, Wales. It is designated by Cadw as a Grade I listed building, and is under the care of the Friends of Friendless Churches.
1.1 miSW
Specialty museum, Museum
Caernarfon Airworld Aviation Museum, Dinas Dinlle
29 min walk • Caernarfon Airworld Aviation Museum is an air museum located on the former Royal Air Force station at Llandwrog, near Caernarfon in North Wales.
3 miS
Park
Glynllifon, Dinas Dinlle
78 min walk • Glynllifon is the name of the old estate which belonged to the Barons Newborough, near the village of Llandwrog on the main A499 road between Pwllheli and Caernarfon in Gwynedd, Wales.
5.2 miNE
Watersports, Swimming pool
Plas Menai, Caernarfon
133 min walk • Plas Menai is the National Outdoor Centre for Wales. It is situated on the mainland side of the Menai Strait, and is approximately 3 miles East of Caernarfon, North Wales.