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Bangor

Built-up area in Gwynedd, Wales

Coordinates:53.22, -4.149
OS grid ref:SH 56 71
Population:18,322
Dialling code: 01248

Bangor in Gwynedd, Wales is a compact city set on the edge of the Menai Strait, serving as a gateway to Anglesey and with clear views towards Snowdonia National Park. Its small-city feel is shaped by the long history of Bangor Cathedral, a medieval religious site, and the university atmosphere around Bangor University, which brings a youthful population and research-driven employment.

The local economy mixes education, public services and tourism, with attractions such as Penrhyn Castle and the historic Menai Suspension Bridge nearby, while outdoor activities from sailing in the strait to hillwalking in Snowdonia remain popular. Socially the city is bilingual and community-minded, balancing Welsh cultural traditions with student-led arts and music scenes.

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Transport links

  • Airport Liverpool John Lennon Airport 54.2 miles87.3 km
  • Airport Manchester Airport 78 miles125.5 km
  • Railway station Bangor 0.6 miles0.9 km
  • Railway station Llanfairpwll Railway Station 2.5 miles4 km

Schools in Bangor

  • Ysgol Cae Top Primary
  • Ysgol Tryfan Secondary
  • Ysgol Friars Secondary
  • St Gerard's School Trust Independent - all ages
  • Ysgol Gymraeg y Garnedd Primary
  • Ysgol Ein Harglwyddes Primary
  • Ysgol Y Faenol Primary
  • Ysgol Hirael Primary
  • Ysgol Glancegin Primary

Local points of interest

  • Farrar Road stadium Stadium 0.7 miles1.2 km
  • Treborth Estate 1.6 miles2.5 km
  • Penrhyn Castle Estate 2.1 miles3.3 km
  • Plas Newydd Country house 3 miles4.9 km
  • Llanidan House Estate 5.1 miles8.2 km
  • Carneddau Mounains 6.6 miles10.7 km
  • National Slate Museum Museum 7 miles11.3 km
  • Caernarfon Town FC Stadium 7.7 miles12.3 km
  • Traeth Lligwy Beach 10.8 miles17.4 km
  • Llys Dulas Estate 12.5 miles20.2 km
  • Aberconwy Abbey (Conwy, Wales) 1199-1283 Historic site 13.9 miles22.4 km
  • Maenan Abbey Historic site 14.3 miles23 km