Rhydwyn
Rhydwyn (
Welsh pronunciation; Rhyd-Wyn) is a village in the community of Cylch-y-Garn, in the north west of Anglesey, Wales.[1] Rhydwyn is named after a little stream crossing the centre of the village; "Rhyd" means ford and "Wyn" White.
| Rhydwyn | |
|---|---|
 village centre | |
  Rhydwyn Location within Anglesey | |
| OS grid reference | SH 31517 88968 |
| • Cardiff | 142.5 mi (229.3 km) |
| • London | 225.7 mi (363.2 km) |
| Community | |
| Principal area | |
| Country | Wales |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | Caergybi |
| Postcode district | LL65 |
| Police | North Wales |
| Fire | North Wales |
| Ambulance | Welsh |
| UK Parliament | |
| Senedd Cymru – Welsh Parliament | |
Rhydwyn was also home to the infamous unicyclist Red Fred who died 23-2-82. He is buried down the road at Llanrhuddlad Church, Church Bay.
References
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External links
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