A misty morning at Llyn Y Gadair in Eryri Snowdonia

Back to Eryri/Snowdonia today for another captivating experience and a leisurely wander around the incredibly beautiful Llyn Y Gadair, nestled near Rhyd Ddu, on a wonderfully misty morning. Llyn y Gadair once played a significant role in supporting the railway that transported slate from the Gadair-wyllt Quarry. This particular quarry was operational for several decades, specifically from 1885 to 1920, and during this time, slate waste was unfortunately dumped into the lake for a substantial period. Towards the east, on the majestic slopes of Yr Wyddfa, one can find the remains of the Ffridd Slate Quarry, which tells a story of the region’s industrial history. At one point, quarrying, mining, and farming formed the primary livelihoods of the local populace, with vibrant villages such as Rhyd Ddu constructed entirely to house the families who relied on mining for their sustenance. Even today, farming remains one of the principal livelihoods within this stunning National Park, and the impressive mountains like Yr Wyddfa are home to a vast, intricate patchwork of charming hill farms.

My Eryri (Snowdonia) photography gallery

An Eryri Snowdonia photos gallery where you can buy stunning photo prints, framed photographs and canvases of the beautiful Eryri Snowdonia scenery by photographer Simon Kitchin. Eryri Snowdonia National Park is a beautiful area of Wales with endless photo opportunities from ancient castles to abandoned slate quarries and scenic villages. For many visitors the mountains, lakes and waterfalls are the main attractions and my Eryri Snowdonia photography showcases these wonderful places including sunrise photos of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the famous Llanberis lone tree, pictures of the stunning Glyderau mountains from my favourite Eryri Snowdonia location, Cwm Idwal and images of the most iconic mountain in Eryri National Park, the stunning mountain peak of Tryfan.