Y Bala, Merionethshire
Y Bala (Bala) is a small market town in Merionethshire. In the 18th century, Bala was well known for the manufacture of flannel, stockings, gloves and hosiery. It is now a popular destination for summertime visitors, who come either for the beauteous scenery or for watersports on Bala Lake or cycling in the hills. The town is within the council area of Gwynedd.
Place Type: Town
Alternative name(s): Bala
Historic County: Merionethshire
Lat, Long: 52.910414,-3.5986186
Grid Reference: SH925359
Police Area: North Wales
Council Area: Gwynedd
Community (Civil Parish): Bala C
Country: Wales
GBPNID: 2001
Entry Type: Alternative name listing (C)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Y_Bala,_Merionethshire_2001
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Place Type: Town
Alternative name(s): Bala
Historic County: Merionethshire
Lat, Long: 52.910414,-3.5986186
Grid Reference: SH925359
Police Area: North Wales
Council Area: Gwynedd
Community (Civil Parish): Bala C
Country: Wales
GBPNID: 2001
Entry Type: Alternative name listing (C)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Y_Bala,_Merionethshire_2001

