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Springs and Holy WellsSite Name: Ffynnon DerfelCountry: Wales
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County: Gwynedd Type: Holy Well or Sacred Spring
Nearest Town: Bala Nearest Village: Llandderfel
Map Ref: SH97773723
Latitude: 52.922720N Longitude: 3.522047W
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3 | Reasonable but with some damage |
2 | Ruined but still recognisable as an ancient site |
1 | Pretty much destroyed, possibly visible as crop marks |
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5 | Can be driven to, probably with disabled access |
4 | Short walk on a footpath |
3 | Requiring a bit more of a walk |
2 | A long walk |
1 | In the middle of nowhere, a nightmare to find |
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Holy Well or Sacred Spring in Gwynedd
A spring to the north west of Llandderfel, attributed to the 6th Century Saint, Derfel. Derfel Gardarn (Derfel the Warrior) is reputed to have taken part in the Battle of Camlan, but had healing powers where animals were concerned, and in particular, for cattle.
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