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Branwen Jones

The farmer who built Snowdonia's secret 'infinity pool' on its huge popularity

It is one of Wales' most photographed not-so-secret beauty spots.

Snowdonia's "infinity pool" was built by Nant Peris farmer Wyn Mostyn Jones in 2016 as a £400,000 green energy project rather than as a tourist destination.

He has been amazed as people have started to flock from across the UK to his private land above the Llanberis Pass in Gwynedd to visit the hidden gem.

With more and more people choosing to stay in the UK for their holidays this summer, it has been busier than ever.

Mr Jones told North Wales Live : "This summer, when the borders were open after lockdown once again, we had a herd of tourists coming here, almost queuing in a line to reach the site."

His family has worked the land here since the 1940s and said he is now thinking of alternative ways of managing it.

"The pool hasn't changed its purpose, but its popularity has," he said.

"It was never meant to be an infinity pool but, once the news reached the papers, the horse bolted out of the stable then.

"People were coming from Liverpool and Manchester to see this pool, taking photos and walking up the neighbouring areas."

The 'infinity pool' can be found in Snowdonia National Park (Daily Post Wales)

Although Mr Jones said littering had been an issue in the past, his main concern was the fact that the site was used as a venue for late night parties.

The farmer is now looking into ways of managing the site so it remains a beautiful spot for visitors to enjoy in a safe and manageable way.

He said: "We had a littering issue here at the beginning, but I'm glad to say that no longer is an issue.

"My biggest worry right now is that groups of young people from the local area will come here and have parties in the middle of the night.

"It's dangerous more than anything and it has got me worried from time to time. I don't mind people going there, as long as they respect the site and the natural area around it.

"I wasn't expecting it to be as popular as it is right now. The door is open and a part of me would have liked it be kept a secret.

"But I have to consider ways in which I can manage it so everyone is safe and that it doesn't disrupt its natural surroundings and the neighbouring community.

"Although I wasn't expecting this response, I can understand why so many flock here.

"It has fantastic views here - it's so peaceful and tranquil, and understandably, a beautiful place to enjoy."

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