This woodland is a rich diverse tapestry of mature and young trees. Having being part of Lord Harlech's estate until the war, there is some evidence of an historic loved woodland with some majestic mature large trees. More recently a coniferous woodland has been cleared, and this regrowth largely hides the recent history, but has led to an explosion of growth.

Within the woodland there are magnificent mature Yew, Oak and Sycamore amongst others. Whilst the bottom woods support many new Birch, Beech and Hazel saplings.

The larger woodland has been designated as Ancient and Semi-natural Woodland (ASNW) as shown on the Natural Resources Wales Land Information Search map. This designation indicates the land has been under continuous (mainly broadleaved) tree cover since at least 1600 AD.

Coed Y Llys hasn't been managed for a long time, and as such would benefit from some woodland management to make it easier to access all parts of the wood. Coed Penmaen, of which Coed Y Llys is part, is visible from a large area, so it is protected by a Tree Preservation Order (TPO), in place to protect its visual impact. This will not prevent use of the wood, or management of the woodland as long as it is covered by an agreed management plan.

The wildlife suits all types of birdlife - twitchers will delight in all the "little brown jobs" in amongst the canopy, as well as larger raptors soaring overhead.

Mammals are as you'd expect in this area of Eryri - badgers, stoats and the occasional deer. It's possible that there are other more elusive mammals about that maybe a trail cam might pick up.

The woodland is lucky in its proximity to some big and small SSSI's (sites of special scientific interest) and of course being part of the internationally important landscape that is Eryri national park.

The main feature is the location within Parc Eryri and near Cardigan Bay - the woodland itself is historically important with long established tree cover being a haven for plants and animals.

The flat areas within the woodland are worth seeking out, as it's in these spaces that looking up into the ancient canopies and looking at animal tracks feel the most special.

Within the woodland, nothing but animal tracks exist. These give easy access from the two tracks at the top and the bottom of the woodland.

A gated track to the top of the woodland, with an easy turning circle provides simple parking, and the cul-de-sac track at the bottom also provides easier access and parking.

As is the case for all our woodlands, the purchaser will be asked to enter into a covenant which serves to protect the peace and quiet of the woodland.

It's central position means that Coed Penmaen Uchaf is perfect for exploring the stunning Snowdonia National Park, (Parc Eryri in Welsh). Parc Eryri boasts mountains, tracks, cycling, stunning beaches, and a wealth of heritage.

Nearby, and visible from the woodland is Portmeirion, an incredible village designed by Clough Williams-Ellis in 1925. Wandering around it's cobbled streets on a summer's day you feel like you are in Italy.

Lon Las, Route 8, the famous north south through Wales cycle track, passes next to the woodland.

There really couldn't be a better location for exploring Eryri, Snowdonia.

Coed Y Llys is part of the intriguing Glyn Cywarch Estate which dates back to 1615. Full of history, the woodlands whisper of years gone by. From the woodlands there are views of Harlech Castle and Ynys Giftan Island, both interwoven with the estate at various times through the centuries.

Nearby at Lasynys is the house of Ellis Wynne (March 7, 1671 – July 13, 1734). He was a Welsh clergyman and author of one of the most important and influential pieces of Welsh language literature.