Yr Hen Stabal
Trawsfynydd, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, LL41 4TL, null Wales
This lovely semi-detached cottage adjoins the owner’s home and is set on a working farm, high above the village of Trawsfynydd in the Snowdonia National Park.
Dating back to the 1600s, the property has been superbly transformed to provide quality accommodation for a small family or couple. As you approach, you’ll know you’ve made the right choice, with glorious countryside views stretching into the distance.
The location is also perfect for stargazing and exploring the dark skies above Snowdonia, offering an unforgettable night sky experience.
Inside, the open-plan living area includes a well-equipped kitchen, perfect for preparing hearty feasts, a dining area for enjoying meals, and a cozy sofa to relax on while the Smart TV offers endless entertainment options.
Stay & gaze - this location benefits from dark skies, relatively low levels of light pollution, is astronomy friendly and suitable for stargazing breaks.
Accommodation provider
Sykes Cottages
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/
Weather forecast
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17/09/25
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18/09/25
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18/09/25
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Weather forecast for Trawsfynydd (0.7 miles away) updated 17/09/25 at 12:02.
Local light pollution
Yr Hen Stabal is estimated to have light pollution levels similar to a rural location based on the latest data from the VIIRS satellite.
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Dark site
The above demonstrates the estimated effect of light pollution - graphics created using Stellarium.
Best time to visit
The below chart shows when the skies will be at their darkest at this location and therefore the best time to visit. Moonlight is shown in light yellow and the Sun's twilight in light blue. Midnight on the date shown is shown as a white line with sunset to the left and sunrise the next morning to the right. A black background with stars shows the best times for stargazing. See our dark sky calendar for more details.
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If you are planning to visit this location check our dark sky calendar to find out when is best!
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