In this part of Barmouth Bay, the straight coastline has a northwesterly aspect, the railway runs close to the shore with the coastal road just inland behind which the hills rise steeply.
[2] The village consists of a number of houses, a shop, pub and had a primary school until a few years ago.
He and his brothers were all considered saints and the church at Llangelynnin in the Conwy Valley is also dedicated to him.
However the interior is an elaborate mixture of Gothic-style features including simulated stone staircases, wood carvings, ornate ceilings, arched windows, marble fireplaces and an organ gallery complete with a plywood organ.
There are many self-catering properties to rent and caravan and camping sites either in or very near to the village, including Sunbeach and Hendre Hall.