Caernarfon
Americannoun
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a seaport in western Gwynedd, in northwestern Wales, on the Menai Strait, built around a 13th-century castle of Edward II.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Caernarfon
From Welsh, equivalent to caer “Fort” + yn “in” (i.e., “facing”) Arfon “Angelsey”
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About 300 gathered for a rally in Caernarfon to highlight their opposition.
From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2026
Developers want to build the new centre between Caernarfon and Y Felinheli in Gwynedd, saying it could create more than 900 jobs during construction and a further 200 permanent roles.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
On Wednesday, an inquest opening at Caernarfon Coroners' Court heard Goodyer-Bird became increasingly tired while coming down the mountain.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2026
The force received reports shortly after 12:00 BST that a light aircraft travelling from an airfield in England had not arrived at Caernarfon Airport as scheduled.
From BBC ● Aug. 14, 2026
The national archive for the Welsh historic environment has released photographs of Driver's discoveries following flights from Haverfordwest and Caernarfon airport in June and July.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
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