Follies · Mid Wales
Frenchman's Grave
In or near Dyffryn Ardudwy.
Frenchman's Grave is a folly in the United Kingdom.
David Bowen — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 20 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Barmouth · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Frenchman's Grave is a folly in North Wales — built more for the eye than for any practical purpose, and a reminder of the British landscape's appetite for the eccentric. It sits within the Dwyfor Meirionnydd parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Barmouth, about 0.5 km away. Postcode area LL42.
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Official information
Barmouth Sailors' Institute is a historic building that serves as a community space for maritime heritage. It offers access to sea charts, photographs, and artifacts related to Barmouth's maritime history, as well as recreational activities like billiards and reading. The institute is open to the public and aims to preserve its unique history.
Place summary
Frenchman's Grave is a folly located in Barmouth, North Wales, designated for its unique historical significance. The grave is notable for its unusual design within the picturesque landscape of the area.
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- Coordinates
- 52.7215, -4.0501
- District
- Gwynedd
- Parish
- Barmouth
- Postcode
- LL42 1BL
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dwyfor Meirionnydd
- Nearest railway station
- Barmouth — 0.5 km
- Opening
- Daily 9am–6pm
Sources
- osm: n4479935131 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Frenchman's Grave?
- Frenchman's Grave is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL42 1BL), in the parish of Barmouth.
- What is Frenchman's Grave?
- Frenchman's Grave is a folly in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Frenchman's Grave?
- The nearest railway station is Barmouth, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL42 1BL.
- Is Frenchman's Grave free to visit?
- Yes, Frenchman's Grave is free to enter.
- How do I get to Frenchman's Grave?
- The nearest railway station is Barmouth, about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL42 1BL.