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Llangynog (grid reference SJ053261) lies at the confluence of Afon Eirth and the Afon Tanat at the foot of the Berwyn range in Powys, Wales. It is on the B4391 mountain pass between Bala and Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant – on the route between Shrewsbury and the North West of Wales.

It is surrounded by mountains and is a base for walkers. It boasts several pubs and a free car park with free toilet facilities. It is out of range from all mobile telephone services but has a public phone box.

It is also on the Tanat Valley Light Railway (Llynclys - Llangynog) 15 miles: opened January 5, 1904; closed (passenger traffic) 1951.

It is close to the pilgrimage shrine of Saint Melangell at the church of Pennant Melangell (grid reference SJ024265).

--Cysgodyfoel 20:20, 22 February 2007 (UTC) Llangynog also has a local crown green bowling club, who are currently playing in the Oswestry League. As of the 2007 season, Llangynog A team are playing in the 3rd divsion, Llangynog B team have been promoted to the fourth division and Llangynog C team have been promoted to the fifth division.

 Pubs/Bars in Llangynog:
 Griffin Inn
       Cwm Owen
       Llangynog
       Powys
       LD2 3HY
 01982 552 778

National Downhill Biking Championships Llangynog - 2008


 
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