| Coordinates: | 52.759, -3.928 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | SH 69 19 |
| Dialling code: | 01341 (Barmouth) |
The rural parish of Llanelltyd sits a few miles west of Dolgellau in Gwynedd, tucked between the wooded slopes that lead down to the Mawddach estuary and the uplands of Snowdonia. It combines rolling farmland, riverside meadows and mountain views dominated by Cadair Idris, making it a quiet base for scenic walks and outdoor recreation.
Historically centred on a small village church dedicated to Saint Illtyd, Llanelltyd retains a strong local identity with farming and tourism forming the backbone of the local economy. Traditional Welsh culture and language are still evident in everyday life, and the parish is characterised by old stone cottages, hedgerow fields and tranquil lanes rather than any large-scale development.
Postcode districts covering Llanelltyd
Neighbouring places
- Dolgellau Built-up area 2 miles3.3 km
- Gogledd Dolgellau Ward 2.2 miles3.5 km
- De Dolgellau Ward 2.3 miles3.7 km
- Brithdir and Llanfachreth/Ganllwyd/Llanelltyd Ward 3.3 miles5.3 km
- Ganllwyd Parish 3.7 miles5.9 km
- Arthog Parish 4.1 miles6.6 km
- Abermaw Ward 4.9 miles7.9 km
- Brithdir and Llanfachreth Parish 5.5 miles8.8 km
- Barmouth Built-up area 5.8 miles9.3 km
- Fairbourne Built-up area 6.7 miles10.8 km
- Friog Built-up area 6.7 miles10.8 km
- Arthog a Llangelynnin Ward 7 miles11.2 km
Example postcodes in Llanelltyd
LL40 2UW, LL40 2ST, LL42 1TN, LL40 2HF, LL40 2SU, LL40 2UE, LL40 2UD, LL40 2TA, LL40 2UF … See all
Transport links
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport 59.8 miles96.3 km
- Manchester Airport 80 miles128.8 km
- Morfa Mawddach 5.6 miles9.1 km
- Barmouth Junction 5.9 miles9.5 km
Hotels in Llanelltyd Ad
Local points of interest
- Dolmelynllyn Estate Estate 3.1 miles4.9 km
- Cadair Idris - Penygadair Mountains 4.2 miles6.7 km
- Talybont Estate 11.7 miles18.9 km
- Narrow Gauge Railway Museum Museum 13.9 miles22.3 km
- Porthmadog Stadium 14.4 miles23.1 km
- Aberdovey Harbour Harbour 16.4 miles26.4 km
- Criccieth Beach Beach 16.7 miles26.9 km
- Maes Tegid Stadium 17.3 miles27.8 km