Conwy Falls, Waterfall in Bro Machno, Wales
Description
Conwy Falls is a waterfall on the River Conwy in Wales where water drops roughly 50 feet into a deep pool surrounded by woodland. The site includes a fish pass system with multiple pools that allows salmon to move upstream during migration.
History
A wooden salmon ladder was built in the 19th century to help fish pass upstream during migration. This was replaced in 1993 by a modern system of 30 pools that better serves the same purpose.
Culture
The cafe building near the falls shows Georgian design touches created by Clough Williams-Ellis, the architect famous for designing Portmeirion village. This connection links the site to a broader architectural vision of the same creator.
Practical
The falls are reached by walking through natural woodland paths that start from a cafe parking area on Pentrefoelas Road near Betws-y-Coed. The walking trails are straightforward and give good access to the falls through the forested area.
Did you know?
A water gauging station at the falls controls how much water flows into the fish pass versus the main waterfall during different seasons. This system helps protect the rare plants that grow in the gorge when water levels are low.
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