| Coordinates: | 52.861, -4.096 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | SH 58 31 |
| Population: | 1,762 |
| Dialling code: | 01766 (Porthmadog) |
Harlech is a small coastal parish and town in Gwynedd, Wales, perched on a rocky headland above a long sandy beach on the edge of Cardigan Bay and close to the mountains of Snowdonia National Park. Its position gives dramatic sea and mountain views and makes it a popular base for walkers, birdwatchers and anyone looking to combine coastline and upland scenery.
The place is best known for the imposing 13th‑century Harlech Castle, part of the Castles and Town Walls of King Edward I World Heritage Site, and for its strong Welsh cultural life - the famous tune "Men of Harlech" is traditionally linked to the town. The local economy leans heavily on tourism and hospitality, with a lively community that keeps Welsh language, crafts and seasonal events alive alongside small shops, galleries and accommodation catering for visitors.
Postcode districts covering Harlech
Most populated places nearby
- Bangor 24.9 miles40.1 km
Neighbouring places
- Harlech Built-up area 0.7 miles1 km
- Harlech a Llanbedr Ward 1.3 miles2 km
- Llanfair Built-up area 1.5 miles2.5 km
- Llanbedr Built-up area 2.9 miles4.7 km
- Talsarnau Parish 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Morfa Bychan Built-up area 4.6 miles7.4 km
- Porthmadog Built-up area 4.6 miles7.5 km
- Penrhyndeudraeth Built-up area 4.8 miles7.7 km
- Gorllewin Porthmadog Ward 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Dyffryn Ardudwy Built-up area 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Dwyrain Porthmadog Ward 5 miles8 km
- Tremadog Built-up area 5.8 miles9.3 km
Example postcodes in Harlech
LL46 2NZ, LL46 2NX, LL46 2NJ, LL46 2YA, LL46 2YL, LL46 2SG, LL46 2YP, LL46 2SH, LL46 2YT … See all
Transport links
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport 61.1 miles98.4 km
- Manchester Airport 82.8 miles133.3 km
- Harlech Railway Station 0.5 miles0.9 km
- Llandanwg Railway Station 2.1 miles3.4 km
Hotels near Harlech Ad
- Maes Y Neuadd 2.6 miles4.1 km
- Hotel Portmeirion & Castell Deudraeth 4 3.5 miles5.7 km
- Ty Mawr Hotel 3 2.8 miles4.4 km
- Y Branwen - Adult Only and Dog Friendly 4 0.6 miles1 km
- Hafan Artro 3 miles4.8 km
- Aberdunant Hall 4 6.5 miles10.5 km
- Bron Eifion Hotel 4 7.6 miles12.3 km
- Allibella Shepherds Hut, Amazing Seaview, Private Garden, Pet Friendly 8.3 miles13.4 km
- Caerwylan Hotel 4 6.8 miles11 km
- Bae Abermaw Hotel 9.9 miles16 km
Schools in Harlech
- Ysgol Ardudwy Secondary
- Ysgol Tanycastell Primary
Local points of interest
- Porthmadog Stadium 4.9 miles8 km
- Criccieth Beach Beach 6.8 miles11 km
- Dolmelynllyn Estate Estate 9.6 miles15.4 km
- Cadair Idris - Penygadair Mountains 13.7 miles22 km
- Port Trevor Harbour 16.4 miles26.4 km
- Talybont Estate 17.1 miles27.5 km
- National Slate Museum Museum 18 miles28.9 km
- Gwydyr Forest Forest 18.8 miles30.3 km
- Narrow Gauge Railway Museum Museum 19.2 miles30.9 km