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The largest natural lake in Wales, formed from an ice age glacial hollow, a centre for archaeology, and outdoor activities.
Llangorse Lake is surrounded by a patchwork of green hills, fields, meadows and hedgerows. Picturesque lake with reconstructed crannogs, camping/caravanning, boating, fishing, birding and an outdoor activity centre nearby. In the reedbeds are Reed Warbler, Sedge Warbler and Cetti's Warbler, plus Reed Bunting. In late summer up to 3000 Sand Martin and 400 Canada Goose roost. Common Starling murmuration outside breeding season. Passage migrants such as Common Sandpiper, Eurasian Oystercatcher, Eurasian Curlew, Common Redshank, Black-tailed Godwit, Yellow-legged Gull and Osprey. Eurasian Hobby and Red Kite soaring over the water. Otters possible at dawn and dusk.
From A40, turn right in the village of Bwlch, lake is on the left after 4 miles. Car park and cafe. Click on the P in the map to get directions. Pub in the village. 7 or 8 mile circular walk passes large bird hide, ancient church, and activity centre.
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