Reservoirs & lochs · Mid Wales
Llyn Plas-y-mynydd
In or near Machynlleth.
Llyn Plas-y-mynydd — lake in the United Kingdom.

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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Dovey Junction · 7.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Llyn Plas-y-mynydd is a reservoir in the United Kingdom. Managed by Natural Resources Wales. Wikidata describes it as: "lake in the United Kingdom". Coordinates: 52.5124°, -3.8465°.
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Place summary
Llyn Plas-y-mynydd is a reservoir located in Mid Wales, operated by Natural Resources Wales. It serves as a significant water resource in the region, contributing to local water supply and management.
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- Coordinates
- 52.5124, -3.8465
- Nearest railway station
- Dovey Junction — 7.8 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q20596317 (CC0)
- commons: New Pool and Anglers' Retreat - geograph.org.uk - 40392.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Llyn Plas-y-mynydd?
- Llyn Plas-y-mynydd is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom.
- What is Llyn Plas-y-mynydd?
- Llyn Plas-y-mynydd — lake in the United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Llyn Plas-y-mynydd?
- The nearest railway station is Dovey Junction, about 7.8 km away. Its coordinates are 52.5124°, -3.8465°.
- Who runs Llyn Plas-y-mynydd?
- Llyn Plas-y-mynydd is operated by Natural Resources Wales.
- Is Llyn Plas-y-mynydd free to visit?
- Yes, Llyn Plas-y-mynydd is free to enter.
- How do I get to Llyn Plas-y-mynydd?
- The nearest railway station is Dovey Junction, about 7.8 km away.