Welsh Names for Snowdonia and Snowdon Gain Official Endorsement

The Snowdonia National Park Authority will continue using 'Eryri' and 'Yr Wyddfa' exclusively, citing cultural heritage and local support.

The Snowdonia National Park Authority has officially adopted the Welsh names 'Eryri' for the park and 'Yr Wyddfa' for the mountain since November 2022.
Surveys show strong local and visitor support for the use of Welsh names, enhancing the park's cultural identity.
Challenges include pronunciation difficulties and some visitors' belief that the Welsh names are new.
Proposals are in place to update the park's logo to align with the Welsh naming convention, removing the term 'Snowdonia'.
The initiative is part of a broader movement to celebrate indigenous and native place names, aligning with the Welsh government's language promotion goals.