Dol-y-maen

Settlement in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Dol-y-maen

Lay-by on the A458 east of Foel Credit: Steven Brown

Dol-y-maen is a small rural village located in the historic county of Montgomeryshire in Wales. Situated in the picturesque countryside, the village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is home to a small population of around 200 residents, who primarily work in agriculture and other rural industries. The community is close-knit, with a strong sense of pride in their heritage and traditions.

Dol-y-maen is known for its charming stone cottages and traditional Welsh architecture, giving it a quaint and timeless feel. The village also boasts a number of historic buildings, including a medieval church and a manor house dating back to the 17th century.

Despite its small size, Dol-y-maen has a lively community spirit, with a village hall hosting regular events and gatherings for residents to socialize and connect. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding, making Dol-y-maen a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Dol-y-maen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.709266/-3.563793 or Grid Reference SH9413. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lay-by on the A458 east of Foel

Steven Brown

Afon Dugoed

The headwaters of the Afon Dugoed.

Peter McDermott

Lay-by on the A458

Steven Brown

A458 towards Foel

Steven Brown

Layby on the A458

Looking east along the road between Mallwyd and Foel.

DS Pugh

West along the A458

Looking west along the road between Mallwyd and Foel from a layby.

DS Pugh

Moorland north of the A458

Looking across moorland from a layby along the road.

DS Pugh

North of the A458

Looking across moorland from a layby along the road.

DS Pugh

Track off A458 towards Foel-fach

John Firth

Old Milestone by the A458, Foel-fach, Banwy Parish

Machynlleth Chamfer by the A458, in parish of Banwy (Powys District), Foel-fach; 1km east of Dol-y-maen, North West of Gesail-Ddu, on verge between road markers. Inscription reads:- MACHYNLLETH 18 MILES MALLWYDD 6½ CAN OFFICE 5½ POOL 20 Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 80792 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_MCWP18

Milestone Society

Old Milestone by the A458. Bwlch-y-Fedwen

Machynlleth Chamfer by the A458, in parish of Banwy (Powys District), Bwlch-y-Fedwen; Tal Cefn, on verge. Photo from 2016 Link

Inscription reads:- MACHYNLLETH 17 MILES MALLWYD 5½ CANOFFICE 6½ POOL 21 Grade II listed by CADW. Reference Number: 80790 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_MCWP17

Milestone Society

View of the hillside above Bwlch y Fedwen

Taken from the A458 which runs through the pass.

Trevor Harris

Evening light near the top of the pass

This is near the watershed between east and west-flowing rivers though this area is still west-flowing.

Bill Boaden

Evening light near Bwlch y Fedwen

Looking towards the head of the pass.

Bill Boaden

Forestry track at the head of Cwm Dugoed

There is a very large forested area just over the ridge.

Bill Boaden

Dol-y-Maen

Welsh hillside farm.

Bill Boaden

Group of old hawthorns on slopes of Moel y Llyn

A curious group beside the A458. Some of the trees are growing in hollows, others look like overgrown laid hedging. See also SH9313 : Closer view of hawthorn in hollow and SH9313 : Overgrown hedge by the A458.

Penny Mayes