#anglesey north wales

[jason-1971]

[dansnaturepictures]

Looking back on our brilliant week in North Wales in June 2023 which we set off for a year ago tomorrow; large yellow loosestrife and Greenfinch at RSPB Conwy, view at Llyn Ogwen, view at Betws-y-Coed, Guillemots, rose chafer beetle and Chough at RSPB South Stack, Red Admiral at Newborough Forest, mallow at RSPB Conwy and Wren at Nant-y-Pandy.

[callumreuben]

[connorphilpphotography]

[thewonkywheels]

☆So many leaf prints! I really love making them and I have to make more!☆

[folklorephotography]

The Past Reaches Out / Anglesey, September 2022

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[aintquiteright]

"Giant's dream" - Ynys Fydlyn, Anglesey, Wales. by anrocordero26

[basstunnicliffe]

ANNOUNCEMENT: 2023 Tour

I have a new project and I'm thrilled to use this run of dates to explore new music from outer space in independent venues around the UK.

Bass Clarinet: Maria Lamburn Drums: Laurie Agnew Keys: Ross Hicks

Shout out to all the venues and to Jack Tyson Charles + Big Hogg for gifting the support slots, Andy Garside for the graphics and Tom for the photography.

16/02 - Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead 17/02 - The Blue Bell, Conwy 09/03 - The Rum Shack, Glasgow 27/03 - The Bell Inn, Bath 20/04 - Cadwaladers, Criccieth 21/04 - Cellb, Blaenau Ffestiniog 22/04 - The Swellies, Caernarfon

[lymphomalass]

"When you can't change the direction of the wind, adjust your sails." (H. Jackson Brown, Jr)

I saw this saying on a mug designed as a gift for sailors recently and thought it was just wonderful!

Yes, many of us have an idea of what we want in life, but sometimes we need to change tack for a while to keep safe.

You may want to be a full-time artist, or be an entrepreneur and run your business full-time, or just retire early.

But if the sales aren't coming fast enough or the energy bills are too high, there's no shame in taking on a job for a while, part or full-time.

It might even bring some unexpected benefits like some new friendships and you might actually enjoy it!

It doesn't mean your life-plans aren't valid or aren't achievable in the end.

Taking a detour now might even give you extra experience, or planning and preparation time, that helps you get to where you want to be more easily!

Sometimes the things that are outside our control just have to be taken into account, and that doesn't mean you won't still get to where you want to go, eventually.

And who knows what new ideas or contacts you may pick up along the way!

This art's available printed-to-your-order, with minimal wastage at: https://www.redbubble.com/shop/ap/56061010 And everything's 25% off, but not for long.

Thanks!

Sam aka LymphomaLass xx

[escapetothewildside]

Newborough Warren Anglesey

One our favourite places on #Anglesey is Newborough Warren for its woodland walks, huge area of sand dunes and long gently sloping beach. The wildlife includes red squirrels, cross bills and an estimated 2000 ravens that come home to roost avert night in the woodland. This walk follows the beach as far as as the little island of Ynys Llanddwyn. Even when the beach is busy it’s so huge it’s…

[jason-1971]

[dansnaturepictures]

14/06/23-Betws-y-Coed and Llyn Ogwen 

Photos taken in this set: 1, 2 and 6. Wonderful views at the brilliant Betws-y-Coed, a smashing Eryri beauty spot with views of mountains, high woods and gushing rivers over rocks that we have come to before on North Wales holidays. A happy spot. 3. Willowherb at Betws-y-Coed. 4 and 10. Common Sandpiper which I was elated to spot in the sunlight at Llyn Ogwen, a lovely bird. 5 and 9. Stunning views at Llyn Ogwen, a lovely vast ribbon lake among the mountains where we have admired for. It was smashing to see in the sunshine.7. Foxgloves at Betws-y-Coed, great to photograph this favourite flower of mine the same day as another in bee orchid at RSPB Conwy earlier in the day I’d not photographed two in a day before I don’t believe. 8. Fitting for the river habitat, one of a few Grey Wagtails I was pleased to see at Betws-y-Coed including young. 

At Betws-Y-Coed other highlights were Pied Wagtail in this rocky river habitat too interestingly, great views of Nuthatch and Song Thrush, Blue Tit and Grey Heron with Red Admiral, marsh bedstraw, buttercups, red valerian and speedwell seen. It was also nice to see Goosanders, Canada Geese and heather and my first cotton grass of the year at Llyn Ogwen. Continuing back through Eryri before and after Llyn Ogwen as well as Swallows seen I had two sensational moments seeing a grey male Hen Harrier drifting through the vast landscape and then I believe a female dropping down low into grass. Amazing moments seeing this iconic species, and I’m having a stellar year for this species with luckily multiple sightings including in England, Scotland and Wales now. A strong surprise moment this holiday. It was good to enjoy roses, Dunnock, Blackbird and more in the cottage. 

[allwellthatendswales]

oh! i’m just seeing my post from last week didn’t go through, i have been having issues getting my phone plan/service to work here, so i’m assuming that’s why… but these are some photos from the sea zoo (aquarium) we went too, as well as the farm!! they had a corn maze which reminded me of home.

it was really interesting getting to see information on the geography of wales, history of the land, and the biological make up of the land/seas! the farm also had a lot of traditional welsh cultural aspects.

and this bottle from lyons new york (very close to my hometown!) was found all way across the ocean here in north wales!! absolutely insane that it has been preserved so well and retrieved.

[blueiscoool]

Iron Age and Roman Artifacts Found in Wales

Metal detectorist Ian Porter unearthed sixteen historical artifacts in a boggy field on Anglesey. Among the items found were Iron Age chariot fittings, a metal ram’s head, and a Roman copper ingot, and offer a window into the island’s rich past during the Iron Age and Roman times.

Ian Porter made the discovery on March 4, 2020, while metal detecting in a field under pasture in the Llanfair-Mathafarn-Eithaf Community.

The unusual bronze, copper, and lead artifacts are believed to have been gifted as repeated religious offerings around an ancient sacred spring source during the Late Iron Age and into the Romano-British period.

The additional artifacts, all of Roman date, include a decorated brooch, four coins, and a lead pot repair. A large and complete Roman copper ingot weighing 20.5kg was also discovered, probably smelted copper deriving from the nearby Roman copper mine at Parys Mountain.

The chariot fittings, cavalry harness pieces, and brooch were all placed around AD 50-120, around the time of, or soon after the invasion of the island by the Roman army in AD 60/61.

The coins and other artifacts suggest a continuing practice of votive gifting around the spring throughout the Roman period, the latest coin in the group being struck around AD 364-378.

Adam Gwilt from Amgueddfa Cymru, Museum Wales, emphasized the role of these finds in understanding ancient religious ceremonies against a backdrop of conflict and change.

Gwilt said: “This culturally mixed artifact group, containing both Iron Age chariot fittings and Roman cavalry fittings, is an important new find for the island.

Artifacts were declared treasure by the senior coroner for north-west Wales. They provide unique insights into the cultural and religious practices on Anglesey, an island of significant historical importance during the Roman invasion of Britain.

The presence of Iron Age and Roman artifacts near the sacred spring indicates a blending of cultures and traditions, emphasizing the complex relationship between native inhabitants and Roman invaders. This discovery sheds light on the religious significance of watery sites, which were frequently used for offerings during times of upheaval.

“The ram’s head fitting, probably a vehicle-fitting or staff head is decorated in the late Celtic art style. It is a closely observed and quirky depiction of the ram and a likely future ‘star’ exhibit loved by many for Oriel Môn,” Gwilt added.

By Leman Altuntaş.

[folklorephotography]

Down in My Mind / Anglesey, September 2022

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