Dinas, Caernarfon, LL54 7YQ

Caernarfon (/kərˈnɑːrvən, kɑːr-/; Welsh: [kaɨrˈnarvɔn]) is a royal town, community and port in Gwynedd, Wales. It has a population of 9,852 (with Caeathro). Caernarfon railway station is the northern terminus of the narrow gauge Welsh Highland Railway, located in the town of Caernarfon, Gwynedd, Wales. It was opened on 11 October 1997 when the line was constructed from Dinas. The town’s status as a royal town and its role as a port suggest a blend of historic character and maritime setting. The railway connection indicates a link to surrounding areas and a potential interest for visitors or residents who value heritage transport routes. The population figure gives a sense of the community size, while the inclusion of Caeathro highlights the broader local area that forms part of the Caernarfon community.