Lake Vyrnwy News

Whooper Swans at Lake Vyrnwy

2012-02-01T10:40:00.000-08:00

Whooper Swans on the Lake: 2 adults and 4 young at the northwest end at SH968238 today for their 2nd day.

Dam News

2012-01-11T08:22:00.000-08:00

The dam is no longer overflowing, so unless we have a lot of rain again, it is unlikely to do so in the near future.

JANUARY SALES SELF CATERING ACCOMMODATION

2012-01-03T04:07:00.000-08:00

RIVERS NEST

10% reduction on riverside cabin for all 1 week stays in January. £180 for 7 nights. To enquire or book tele 01691860532 or email mike@riversnest.co.uk
www.riversnest.co.uk

Happy New Year To All

2012-01-02T09:51:00.000-08:00

We have had more than a little rain over the last few days but the bonus is that the dam is still overflowing, so visitors over the holiday have had the chance to see and hear it. I wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2012.

More Dam News

2011-12-28T01:56:00.000-08:00

The volume of water coming over the dam has increased again, so it looks as if it is going to be pot luck over the next few days.

Dam News

2011-12-27T04:03:00.000-08:00

The water following over the dam has slowed to a trickle. If you were planning to visit I am told that the waterfall at Rhiwargor is worth the effort, lots of water there.

White water

2011-12-23T16:54:00.000-08:00

The shortest day at Vyrnwy was beautiful sunshine and rainbows, enchanting. Then came the rain but every cloud...the water is now pouring over the Dam and is likely to do so for a while. It never fails to impress, the power and the noise are amazing. So now is the time to visit if you have never seen this happen. Merry Christmas everyone.

End of another season

2011-11-01T11:07:00.000-07:00

Dear All,

Just to let you know The Old Barn Cafe has shut its doors for yet another winter.

We hope to see you all again next Easter.

All the Best,

Aled & Bay

Autumn Colours

2011-10-25T05:36:00.000-07:00

The Autumn colours are beautiful now around the lake and we have had the added bonus of lots of rainbows. The water is not running over the dam at the moment but I will post as soon as it does.

Swallows fledge very late this year

2011-10-18T03:12:00.001-07:00

Our Swallows fledged and left Cyfie on the 1st October this year - we hope they make it!

Late Availability for Self-Catering Cyfie Farm

2011-10-18T03:05:00.000-07:00

Sheep Dip Cottage is available still at Cyfie Farm for this coming weekend only for 3 nights only 21-23 October at a special price of £275 (normally £350). Call 01691648451 for details - quote offer 1.

Latest offers

2011-10-10T05:33:00.000-07:00

* * * Autumn Savers * * *

at Gwaenynog Farmhouse B&B,

Dolanog

For 3-4 night breaks - one night free

Applies anytime during October & November

(inc weekends)

* * * *

Singles offer (up to 30% off): £35 for one night,

or £30 to stay 2 nights or more

(Usually £45 pppn)

* * * *

Holiday Special Offers for October Half term

Family room with 4 poster bed (2+2) - Get one night free for 3 or 4 night booking

Plus kids (under 16) stay free in family room (or half price in separate/single room)

Woman and Home Magazine recommends Cyfie Farm and Lake Vyrnwy

2011-10-09T07:49:00.000-07:00

Cyfie Farm is recommended in the November Issue of Woman and Home Magazine under 'Best Stays for Autumn's golden days'. We are the sole Welsh entry entitled 'Powys:on top of the world' ' Wonderful views that span the width of Wales make Cyfie Farm an amazing place to peruse autumn's progress. Perched high in the Vyrnwy Valley, it's a five-star boutique guest house that has lovely cottages too.'

'COSY IN Choose between B&B in the 17th-century Welsh longhouse and self-catering in two newly built cottages that sleep up to four. Either way you get plenty of space since the three Sanderson or Laura Ashley-swathed suites have living rooms with log fires and kitchenettes.'

'CHILL OUT A cheeky little spa converted from a pigsty has a valley-vista hot tub and sauna to sooth away chills'..

GO EXPLORE See Mallard and Teal ducks fly in for winter at nearby Lake Vyrnwy.Magnificent Powis Castle opens at weekends all year.'

EAT AND DRINK The owners are both Cordon Bleu trained and cook evening meals until the end of October, from £20pp. After that, Seeds in nearby LLanfyllin for superb fish choices and house-special treacle tart.In the village 'parlour pub' locals regularly break into Welsh male voice choir songs!'

Half term Availability - Self-catering

2011-09-23T01:57:00.000-07:00

Sheep Dip Cottage at Cyfie farm is available for either a full week or a short break over the coming Half Term. Call us 0n 01691648451 for details.

Late Availability for Self-Catering Cyfie Farm

2011-09-10T01:15:00.001-07:00

We have availability in one of our lovely cottages at Cyfie Farm over the next 2 weeks. Call us on 01691 648451 for details.

Cottage Available Cyfie Farm

2011-08-16T01:34:00.001-07:00

Sheep Dip Cottage is available for a week or short break beginning Thursday 25th August. Call us on 01691648451 for details .

Complementary Spa at Cyfie Farm

2011-08-07T04:12:00.000-07:00

We have a self-catering cottage available for the week beginning 14 August. Call us on 01691 648451 for details. Complementary Spa with this booking.

Late Availability Cyfie Farm

2011-07-14T04:17:00.001-07:00

The Wheat Suite at Cyfie Farm (recommended by Julia Bradbury as the place to stay at Lake Vyrnwy) is available for Friday and Saturday this weekend. Call 01691 648451 for details.

Green, green valleys

2011-06-12T01:10:00.001-07:00

The views from Cyfie are spectacular at the moment, looking down the lush green Vyrnwy valley - none of the drought ridden landscape here !! The garden is looking fantastic, with the huge red poppies in full bloom, penstemon and blue salvias, delphiniums and lacy gypsophilia giving a colourful backdrop to the lovely variety of roses that are just beginning to bloom. It's just pure heaven to sit in the garden with the wonderful view, the silence of the landscape, only broken by the chattering of the busy swooping swallows.

Woodpecker Family at Cyfie Farm

2011-06-12T00:54:00.000-07:00

We have a family of Greater Spotted Woodpeckers on our feeders at the moment and we have some availability next week. Come and see the parents feeding their 3 babies.

Late Availability for Self-Catering Cyfie Farm

2011-06-03T00:49:00.000-07:00

We have availability in one of our self-catering cottages next week. Call us on 01691 648451 for details of Late Availability deals.

Cyfie Farm National Gardens Scheme Music Evening 29 May

2011-05-30T11:12:00.001-07:00

Our open evening for the National Garden Scheme was a great success with over 100 people present. The concert comprised a Harpist, Choirs, a String Orchestra and a Rock Singer; the standard was stunning. Many thanks to everyone involved. It looks like we raised over £500 for the National Garden Scheme charities.

We plan to repeat the event next year - watch this space!

Cyfie Farm National Gardens Scheme Music Evening 29 May

2011-05-20T05:27:00.000-07:00

Cyfie Farm is opening its gardens again this year for The National Gardens Scheme on Sunday the 29th May. This year, the garden will be open in the evening between 5:30 and 8pm. There will be wine and refreshments available and a musical backdrop. The music will comprise of a harpist, local choir, and string team. Entrance is £3.50 and there is ample parking available. Call 01691 648451 for more details.

The Andrew McCartney Trust Fund

2011-05-11T12:21:00.000-07:00

There is a Charity Balloon Walk around Lake Vyrnwy on Saturday 4th June 2011 to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research. If you wish to take part Email:- info@andrewmccartneyphotos.co.uk for more information and sponsor form.

Lake Vyrnwy News

2011-05-04T07:36:00.000-07:00

Just to let everyone know, Lake Vyrnwy is in this month's edition of the Country File magazine - a lovely double page spread!

Let's hope this will mean more busy weeks ahead!

Sioned

RSPB News

2011-05-04T03:40:00.000-07:00

Great news - our black grouse numbers have more than doubled compared to last year, we now have 19 lekking males! We also have 3 pairs of Curlew and out other counts are underway so we'll keep you posted.

Our Dawn Chorus events are being held on Saturday 14th May and Sunday 29th May - it is an early start (4.30am) but well worth it I promise and we do finish up at Lake View tea rooms for a full English breakfast! Booking essential. £10.00 charge / person.

We are also holding another Optics Demo day on Sunday the 29th May, so if your after a new pair of binoculars (great deals available this month) then do pop in and see us and we'll try and help you.

Sioned

Goshawk Seen Near Lake

2011-05-03T01:19:00.000-07:00

We have seen a Goshawk at Cyfie Farm yesterday. A beautiful and distinctive bird flying down the Vyrnwy Valley.

Lake Vyrnwy Blog - Get your Lake Vyrnwy email reports again.

2011-05-01T23:59:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone, thanks for your comments. If anyone else needs another invite, please let me know.

Hope you like the new gentler colour scheme.

I've looked into the blog and the way it functions, because we were unable to email out the blog to all and sundry. I have now added an email facility. If you wish to receive email notifications of new additions to the blog, simply pop your email address into the box on the top right, and you should get a confirmation. After that you should be emailed when there are updates.

You will soon be able to view a large part of the blog from within the website itself if you wish, so please bear in mind that all sorts of potential customers will be able to see it, and phrase it accordingly!

Jane at Megaviz

RSPB News

2011-05-01T09:30:00.000-07:00

Very busy day on the reserve today. Great last lambing session on the farm and lots of people on our guided walks. Another successful Optics demo day too and it looks like this lovely weather is going to continue :-)

RSPB News

2011-04-28T06:46:00.000-07:00

Hi All,

Yes I've finally mastered the blog! Thank you Jane for re-inviting me - it made the process so much easier!

Well it's been a very busy 2 weeks and our lambing events are coming to an end but we do still have limited spaces this weekend if anyone is interested but booking is essential.

Our Peregrine watch site is open at our Lake Side Hide 5 days a week for locals and visitors alike, (closed Wednesdays and Thursdays), from 10.30am until 4.30pm where Gary can point out the peregrines on the cliffs and our nesting ravens with chicks. It was very successful last year and by the way people have flocked there over Easter weekend, we're hoping it'll be just as successful this year!

We have stocks of our Welsh Black Beef and Welsh Mountain Lamb available from the shop freshly frozen and remember there is 20% off for members of the marketing association so get in touch if you'd like something or just pop in and see me.

Sioned

Advance Notice

2011-04-23T13:11:00.000-07:00

Our fuel pumps will be out of action on Tuesday and Wednesday 3rd and 4th May. After much pain and suffering the pumps are nearly ready to go the big pump resting place in the sky!

A new pump will be fitted and operating by the Thursday morning, fingers crossed!!!

If anybody wishes to purchase a piece of Lake Vyrnwy History then please contact us.

Accommodation Available for Easter

2011-04-18T00:54:00.001-07:00

Cyfie Farm has just one luxury suite available for bed and breakfast over the Easter weekend. Complimentary Hot Tub and Sauna Spa for bookings on 3 nights or more. Call 01691 648451 for details

First Swallows are here

2011-04-16T05:36:00.000-07:00

The first Swallows were seen over the Lake this week - Spring really is here and the Lake is looking beautiful. Came and see for yourselves!

Chinese Take Away Night

2011-04-13T12:51:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to anounce that Dafarn Newydd Stores and the Golden Bamboo Chinese Take Away in Welshpool have teamed up to offer local residents and holiday makers the chance to have a chinese take away delivered to the shop on Monday 18th April at 7pm. All orders must be placed and payed for in store by 6pm on Sunday 17th April. Cash or cheques only Im afraid. Enjoy your meal.

Gwaenynog Update

2011-04-11T11:26:00.000-07:00

Well, thought it was about time I updated everyone. We’ve had a busy few months since I last posted a blog... Firstly the snow and then the cold spell were unprecedented. I believe Wales had a new November record for the lowest recorded temperature! We suffered a burst pipe during that period, which caused one room to be out of action – it needed a new carpet and complete redecoration.

Fortunately the bed and bedding only got wet and was fine once it had dried out, and then washed. Once the snow settled in we had the very cold period, but it was quite stunningly beautiful. The deepest snow we had was 10 inches in places, so it was also very quiet. Then February rolled in with a vengeance... we had the windiest weekend I can ever recall, which lasted for nearly 5 days, non-stop gales and with gusts of up to 90mph. These winds were the culprit for damaging the tallest tree in the UK up at Lake Vyrnwy (see the Countryfile program on March 20th). Also the rain on the Saturday was the cause of some flooding on the main road into Welshpool, and even our bridge became a ford again on our drive! That was a shocker for us...

However, the weather in April has been lovely, so far. With odd days being a bit dull, with some mizzle (not quite drizzle but a little more than mist!) and yet it’s pleasant to be outside. I am sure there have been some new records for April temperatures – it’s been positively scorching this past weekend. We have a few lambs in one field, most are not due to arrive till the end of April, but these ones are shy, and sticking very close to their Mum’s... although they soon come to the trough for feeding! We’ve also had 5 rams resident for a couple of months, and they’re entertaining too – and just as shy. Bonnie & Beau have been very lucky in the last couple of weekends, with the guests taking them off for a walk - a treat for them, and meant some extra time for us to do other things!

I suppose the biggest news for us was being chosen as one of the top 50 B&B’s in the UK by The Independent newspaper – to say we were thrilled would be an understatement. Click here to see the complete list. So, for 2011 we’re off to a flying start, with some returning guests and new ones from as far afield as Argentina... Hopefully the weather we’ve had so far this month will be a portent of things to come, so everyone can see why we chose to move to Mid Wales. And something new to this blog, we will be posting some reviews by our guests – as they often put it better than us.

Here’s our first: First Time Review of Mid Wales Bed and Breakfast New to staying in a Bed and Breakfast, we have had the most wonderful time and would certainly recommend Mid Wales and especially Lake Vyrnwy to anyone. We cannot fault Gwaenynog Farmhouse B&B; the atmosphere, the scenery and the remarkable attention to detail all make for a highly relaxing stay that really let us get the most out of all Mid Wales has to offer. We spent a lot of time at Lake Vyrnwy where there are plenty of outdoor activities and stunning views, and we equally enjoyed amateur bird spotting from the comfort of the Bed and Breakfast – a particular highlight being seeing the woodpecker and nearly catching sight of the owl! Thank you so much to Fiona and Norman for a really excellent first Bed and Breakfast experience! Mike and Sarah Simpson, Bournemouth

From Megaviz- no more email notifications

2011-04-10T01:27:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone,

Glad some are now beginning to master the blog and use it well. Each time you use the blog it will give more status and value to the main website and hopefully draw more people in to what is happening in the Lake Vyrnwy area. I have invited some more members today to become authors.

Please note that from now onwards there will be no more mailouts from the blog. The reason is simple, the website is too popular! We now appear to have around 30 members and other involved parties, and this software only allows for ten mailouts. Some choices will have to be made by the Committee, but until that point you will need to check the blog yourselves, or the version which will continue to appear on the website.

You will of course continue to receive LVMA mailouts from those designated to do so, and I'm hopeful we can resolve this soon as it's a nice facility to have for raising awareness.

The Andrew McCartney Trust Fund

2011-04-07T17:06:00.000-07:00

A Charity Balloon Walk aound Lake Vyrnwy is being held on Saturday 4th June 2011 to raise funds for Brain Tumour Research. If you wish to take part Email:- info@andrewmccartneyphotos.co.uk for more information and sponsor form.

Vyrnwy Experience Cinema building is now up and running again

2011-04-07T10:34:00.001-07:00

The Lake Vyrnwy Experience Cinema is up and running again after the projection equipment has been refurbished by Severn Trent Water. As well as learning about the Lake and its environment there are photos of the old village of Llanwyddyn, now under the water. Why not come along and give it ago?

The Old Barn Cafe

2011-03-29T02:31:00.000-07:00

Hello everybody, Just to let you know The Old Barn Cafe is reopening for the 2011 season on Thursday the 31st of March. We hope to see many of you during this coming week-end, and season :-) Let's hope we will have a lovely warm and sunny summer. Aled & Bay

BBC Countryfile Features Lake Vyrnwy

2011-03-21T02:31:00.000-07:00

Lake Vyrnwy Features on BBC Countryfile

Lake Vyrnwy was the main feature on last night's BBC Countryfile edition. Fairytale Lake Vyrnwy is in a beautiful location and a spectacular setting amongst the Berwyn Mountains. Despite the felling of Britain's Tallest Tree following a storm, a new 'Tallest Tree for England and Wales has been discovered now at the Lake. The Lake provides an interesting day out for all ages and there is lots to do in the area; ideal for a longer stay too.

Vyrnwy Bikeathon

2011-03-20T02:37:00.000-07:00

The Vyrnwy Bikeathon is taking place on Sunday May 15th. This raises money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research. If you wish to take part visit www.beatbloodcancers.org/bikeathons.

Peregrine Falcons

2011-03-12T02:39:00.000-08:00

From April 1st until the end of June RSPB guides will be at the Lakeside hide with telescopes and nest cameras so that you can see close up views of Peregrines.

Country File - Tallest Tree

2011-03-12T02:33:00.000-08:00

Country File were at Lake Vyrnwy filming, including the loss of the tallest tree. This should be aired on 20th March.

The tallest tree

2011-03-04T14:09:00.001-08:00

We lost a lot of trees during the recent stormy weather and now it seems that the tallest tree in Wales was one of them. Large cracks were discovered that made the tree unsafe and so unfortunately it had to be taken down. The Douglas Fir was dismantled in sections. Look out for more posts about this.

Water Flows over the Dam

2011-02-14T09:23:00.000-08:00

Given the rainfall recently, water is pouring over the dam at Lake Vyrnwy. You should come to see this spectacular sight soon.

Lake Vyrnwy Half Marathon

2011-02-10T14:04:00.000-08:00

This year the Lake Vyrnwy half marathon is taking place on Sunday 11th September. They now have a website where would be runners will be able to download entry forms as soon as they are available. Please note that it is very popular and fills very quickly! www.lakevyrnwyhalfmarathon.com

Congratulations to The Shop in the Corner

2011-01-16T03:51:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to The productivity of 'The Shop in the Corner' on the birth of their lovely daughter Cassidy.

Happy and Joyous New Year

Dam Overflowing

2011-01-16T03:00:00.000-08:00

For all the visitors that say they have never seen the Dam overflowing the water came over yesterday and is likely to continue for a while. Lake Vyrnwy is always worth a visit but even more so when you can experience the amazing power of the water cascading down the dam.

Lake Vyrnwy features in BBC Countryfile magazine !!!!

2011-01-09T14:37:00.000-08:00

Just to let everyone know: Lake Vyrnwy was featured in the January issue of BBC Countryfile magazine.

This double spread, out of the article "Great Days Out with Julia Bradbury", really shows off Lake Vyrnwy at its best.

This should boost overall visitors numbers for the coming season .

Cottage available for Christmas and New Year

2010-11-21T03:33:00.001-08:00

We have a cottage available over the Christmas and New Year - Shepherd's Watch. Call us on 01691 648451 for details. Complementary Hot Tub and Sauna Spa session with all bookings of 3 nights or more.

Dafarn's Diesel pump is back in working order

2010-11-08T11:21:00.000-08:00

Good news, following the engineers visit the Diesel pump at the local shop is now back in full working order.

2010-11-05T15:39:00.000-07:00

The Dam is overflowing! It is such a long time since it was last over that I had forgotten how much noise it makes. If you have never seen this it is worth a trip to Vyrnwy to experience the amazing power of the water.

Gwaenog Bed and Breakfast Review of 2010

2010-11-05T03:30:00.000-07:00

Our first year as a Bed & Breakfast

Well, what a year it’s been! With the scorching weather in May and June; then the showers in July & August; a bright but cold September and the very mixed October – we’ve had it all. I won’t even mention the blustery start to November!!

We opened in May to our very first guests – who truly tested us; with evening meals & packed lunches, as well as the cooked breakfasts of course, it was quite a start. To then find out one was a chef was daunting to say the least! Alas, that was not the only chef to stay with us!!

There have been a great variety of guests – from California to Brisbane, and Kent through to Leicestershire, Cornwall to Anglesey – and all points in between. Each and every one has had their reasons for being in this beautiful Mid Wales area, for example: attending a wedding at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel; meeting up with family who live nearby; completing the Glyndwr’s Way or sometimes just passing through – mistakenly some have said, as they didn’t realise it was so beautiful. Some even came to escape – leaving the kids with others to have a birthday night away! Hopefully their stay fulfilled their wishes – I think so, considering the lovely comments they put in our books.

Some of our guests have had adventurous journeys to get here– we’ve had to tow one out of a field entrance nearby – they’d given way to someone and didn’t realise the land sloped away; others have missed turnings and had long detours (I managed to save dinner for 2 hours, so one couple could still eat on arrival) and some have got lost – either not reading/bringing directions or not using the satnav correctly. But all have arrived...

I think the weirdest moment for me was when a guest apologised for booking the superking room, as she knew how much I hated ironing the sheets – all from my blog...! I must correct that now – the ironing is no longer the battle it used to be, as I am getting more skilled at using the machine and I am not burning my hands as much as I used to...!

Something which has been a surprise, is my enjoyment in baking – I have always loved eating (!), just never been much of a cook. I know, why open a B&B? Well, Norman cooks most of the breakfasts – as he has always enjoyed cooking. So, now I have taken on the puddings for our evening meals, and am experimenting a bit – still pretty simple choices, but making sure they are good quality, and tasty. A favourite is the baked cheesecake, as well as the bread and butter pudding (my B&B pudding I call it!); a recent addition is the chocolate mousse (how could I have not had anything chocolate on the menu...? Ah well, that’s rectified now). In addition, we offer tea/coffee and some sort of cake when guests arrive (if they are late, we offer it the next day – so they don’t miss out) which is usually a Bara Brith, a Welsh classic, or sometimes banana loaf or even banana/choc chip muffins. I am flattered to say that 2 sets of guests asked to take home a Bara Brith... they’d enjoyed it so much!

Another reason people have come to stay with us is to see the birds – Lake Vyrnwy has RSPB sites all over its estate, so it’s a good reason to visit. I am happy to say that we are lucky with the birds we get at Gwaenynog – due to the varied habitat. I now recognise the Peregrine sound when I am out walking the dogs... they are a sight to behold. One day I might remember to take my camera with me!!

One thing which was a delight for us – we are members of the Mid Wales Tourism, which is where my availability calendar and booking facility is – and they sent a journalist to chat with us and created a short article about our hunt for a house to turn into a B&B. Our surprise came when the Shropshire Star put us on the front page of the Lifestyle section way back in June. I had heard we were there, but never realised we were front page news! It was a lovely surprise, and we have a few copies for posterity!

Now, as it’s a little quieter, we’re able to do one of the things we wanted but were unable to due to time constraints – and that is being a tourist! We are lucky to be surrounded by beautiful countryside, with some dramatic scenery too – at the top of the hill behind us, you can see the mountains of Snowdonia National Park to the north west, our nearby mountain is Moel Bentyrch which is visible from the house and grounds (it’s an extinct volcano apparently!) which you can also walk to the top of. In addition, a lot of attractions in the area are all a drive away: Ironbridge and the Blists Hill Museum (well worth a visit); Llanymynech Rocks; Dolgellau and Cader Idris; Clywedog Lake; Devils Bridge Falls; Aberystwyth; Chester... to name just a few. So, our plan is to try and do these during our quieter months.

Also, we’re preparing for Christmas and New Year. We’re open for both, and have created a package which we hope people will feel is a good deal and will enjoy the ambiance we will to create. It’s very traditional, with mulled wine, turkey and homemade Christmas pudding as well as our open fire... (See our Food page on the website http://www.gwaenynog.com/ for greater detail and costs.)

I hope you have enjoyed my review of our first year, perhaps enough to come and stay...

Gobeithio gweld chi cyn bo hir!
(Hope to see you soon!)

Fiona & Norman,
Gwaenynog Farmhouse B&B

(And of course Bonnie & Beau, our dogs!)

New Website for Dafarn Newydd Stores

2010-11-04T15:38:00.000-07:00

Dafarn Newydd Stores now has a new website. Please visit us and see what we have to offer.

Red Kites in the surrounding area

2010-09-21T04:37:00.000-07:00

As the farmers around us are taking the late silage crop we have a number of Red Kites here who are scavenging on the new ground. They are swooping slow and low and giving some stunning photo opportunities.

2010-09-21T02:30:00.001-07:00

Just testing a new account set up this morning for the Beehouse

Lake Vyrnwy Blog

2010-09-21T01:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Everyone

This blog is working fine.

Click on the link on your invitation.

If you have a Google account, just add the password and you're into the Blogger dashboard.

If you do not have a Google account, click to set one up and give your email address, a password, and type in the letters that appear (and check to agree the terms and conditions). Then submit and you will arrive at the Blogger dashboard also.

Click "New Post" and type your message carefully. You may wish to put a title and link in the boxes above.

Click "Publish post".

Hopefully this will then work.

Regards

Jane Lane
Megaviz

Its getting much busier here....

2009-07-26T10:33:00.000-07:00

Despite the weather, there are many more visitors to the Lake this year. This may be due to the Springwatch programme or that more people are staying in the UK for their holidays this year. However, there is still accommodation available here in this stunning location.

Wales' Tallest Tree at Lake Vyrnwy

2009-07-19T15:10:00.000-07:00

Wales’ Tallest Tree Confirmed at Lake Vyrnwy at the base of The Highest Public Road Pass in Wales

Secret Wales Tourist Information - to visit this landmark and the surrounding area please take advantage of the wonderful facilities offered by nearby 5 star bed and breakfast and self-catering, Cyfie Farm, who have kindly provided this article.

Secret Wales Tourist Info home
Planted in 1870 to mark Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee, a magnificent Douglas Fir, has been confirmed as Wales' tallest tree at 62.5m (205ft) - taller than a 20-storey building. It is located along the north bank of fairytale Lake Vyrnwy, one of Britain’s most beautiful and undiscovered waterways. The tree shares the British record with two Scottish Douglas Fir trees, one at Dunans, Argyll, and another at Reelig Glen Wood. David Alderman, Registrar for the Tree Register of the British Isles, who confirmed the results, said all three were great trees, and would soon be joined by others. "Within 10 years, however, we are going to see many more pushing 63m, particularly Douglas Fir and Grand Fir trees planted in the 1930s by the Forestry Commission," he said. "These plantation trees in deep valleys are providing shelter for each other, allowing them all to grow much taller, so in the future we will see less record-breaking individual trees with great character like the one visible at Lake Vrynwy."

European Funding has enabled a pathway to be built from The Old Village Car Park at The Lake to the tree for ease of access and convenience. There have been many improvements to the surround of Lake Vyrnwy of late which enable visitors on walking holidays and other sightseeing trips to see much more from the road which circumnavigates the the Lake for some 12 miles.

The Lake Vyrnwy tree was measured by tree surgeon Simon Cope, who stretched a length of rope up to the top as he climbed its branches. The height was then calculated back on the ground and confirmed by the Tree Register of the British Isles. Lake Vywnwy was the largest man-made lake in Europe until Kielder Reservoir was built in the mid 1970s.

The Lake Vyrnwy tree was measured by tree surgeon Simon Cope, who stretched a length of rope up to the top as he climbed its branches. The height was then calculated back on the ground and confirmed by the Tree Register of the British Isles. Lake Vywnwy was the largest man-made lake in Europe until Kielder Reservoir was built in the mid 1970s.