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River Llugwy

The River Llugwy (Afon Llugwy in Welsh) is a tributary of the River Conwy, and has its source at Ffynnon Llugwy, a lake in the Carneddau range of mountains in Snowdonia.

Location and catchment area

The average annual rainfall in the catchment of the Llugwy is the highest recorded in England and Wales. The Llugwy largely follows the route of the A5, passing through the village of Capel Curig, until its confluence with the Conwy in Betws-y-Coed. On its route it falls over the Swallow Falls, and is then crossed by the Miner's Bridge, a curious wooden bridge set at a steep incline over the river. Both are very popular tourist attractions.

Coordinates: 53°05′N 3°48′W / 53.083, -3.8