‘Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri National Park: Etifeddiaeth ar waith – A living legacy’ book is published to celebrate 75 years since the designation of Eryri as a National Park.

This year will be a special one for the Eryri National Park as 2026 marks 75 years since its designation. To celebrate the occasion, the Eryri National Park Authority and Y Lolfa book publishers have come together to co-publish the book ‘Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri National Park: Etifeddiaeth ar waith – A living legacy’.
The bilingual documentary book presents Eryri’s special qualities through the eyes of ten passionate guest writers, complemented by striking photography by avid photographers. From extraordinary landscapes and lively communities, to Eryri’s influence on the arts – this book gives an insight into what makes Eryri so special.
The book opens with a passionate introduction by Gerallt Pennant into his relationship with Eryri, encouraging the reader to join him in considering what Eryri means to them. He gives an insight into the campaigning that led to the establishment of the UK’s National Parks and the history of Eryri’s designation.
Jonathan Cawley, the Eryri National Park Authority’s Chief Executive said:
“There are so many different elements that make Eryri special, and it’s a place that means something different to everyone who has a connection with the area. The aim of this book is to celebrate those things, little and large, prominent and unseen, that make up the Eryri National Park, and hopefully, ignite pride and appreciation for this special area so that it is cared for and safeguarded for future generations”.
 
Lefi Gruffudd, Head of Publishing at Y Lolfa said:
“We’re very happy to be working with the Eryri National Park on this book and are extremely proud of the work of all the talented authors who have created vivid and varied representations of the importance of many aspects of Eryri”.
 
The book will be officially launched at a special event at Yr Ysgwrn, Trawsfynydd on Thursday the 16th of July. It will be available to purchase by booksellers across Wales and beyond, as well as on the Eryri National Park Authority’s online shop.