| Coordinates: | 52.874, -4.075 |
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| OS grid ref: | SH 60 32 |
| Dialling code: | 01766 (Porthmadog) |
The ward, centred on Harlech and Llanbedr in Gwynedd, Wales, straddles a dramatic junction of sea and mountain: long sandy beaches and dunes on Cardigan Bay give way inland to the foothills of Snowdonia, making it popular with walkers, birdwatchers and coastal holidaymakers. The built heritage is dominated by the 13th‑century Harlech Castle, a striking landmark and part of the medieval Edwardian fortifications that draw many visitors. Locally the economy leans on tourism, small-scale farming and village services, while the former airfield at Llanbedr has been used for aerospace and training activities in recent years. Socially the communities are strongly Welsh‑speaking with a lively calendar of local events and a seasonal rhythm as holiday traffic boosts the otherwise quiet, close‑knit rural life.
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