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Literary houses · North Wales

Tomen y Bala

In or near Llandrillo.

♿ Wheelchair accessible

Tomen y Bala — a literary house museum in wales north.

Tomen y Bala, Gwynedd, Cymru - Wales 14

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Bala (Penybont) · 1.1 km
  • Wheelchair accessible

About

Tomen y Bala is a literary house museum located in wales north. A British literary house preserving the home of a notable author, poet or playwright as a museum, often with original furniture and manuscripts. motte and bailey in Bala, Wales

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Place summary

Tomen y Bala is a literary house located in North Wales. It is known for its historical significance in Welsh literature. The site is associated with notable literary figures, contributing to its cultural heritage. Visitors can expect to explore the context of its literary connections within the scenic Welsh landscape.

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Coordinates
52.9115, -3.5955
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Bala
Postcode
LL23 7LY
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Bala (Penybont)1.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tomen y Bala?
Tomen y Bala is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL23 7LY), in the parish of Bala.
What is Tomen y Bala?
Tomen y Bala — a literary house museum in wales north.
How do I get to Tomen y Bala?
The nearest railway station is Bala (Penybont), about 1.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL23 7LY.
How do I get to Tomen y Bala?
The nearest railway station is Bala (Penybont), about 1.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL23 7LY.