Glanrhyd

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Glanrhyd

Gellionnen Chapel
Gellionnen Chapel Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Glanrhyd is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated on the banks of the River Taff, it is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and rolling hills. The village is part of the Taff Ely district, and its nearest town is Pontypridd, which is approximately 5 miles away.

Glanrhyd is a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village has a rich history, dating back to the 19th century when it was primarily an agricultural area. Today, it maintains its rural charm, with many traditional cottages and farmhouses still standing.

Despite its small size, Glanrhyd offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local primary school, providing education for children in the area. The village also has a community center, which hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of community spirit.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Glanrhyd. The nearby Taff Trail offers scenic walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to experience the stunning countryside. Additionally, the River Taff provides opportunities for fishing and boating.

Transport links in Glanrhyd are relatively good, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The A470 road, which runs through Pontypridd, provides easy access to Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.

Overall, Glanrhyd is a picturesque village with a strong sense of community, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents.

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Glanrhyd Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.721452/-3.861316 or Grid Reference SN7104. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gellionnen Chapel
Gellionnen Chapel
Adulam Baptist Chapel, Pontardawe Welsh Baptist Chapel built in 1845 and rebuilt in 1889 (1899?). Derelict since 2004 and subject to vandalism since then.

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Adulam Baptist Chapel, Pontardawe
Welsh Baptist Chapel built in 1845 and rebuilt in 1889 (1899?). Derelict since 2004 and subject to vandalism since then. See LinkExternal link
Soar Welsh Presbyterian Church, Pontardawe Built in 1866 and restored in 1901. 

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Soar Welsh Presbyterian Church, Pontardawe
Built in 1866 and restored in 1901. See LinkExternal link
Gosen Apostolic Church See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://coflein.gov.uk/en/site/13414?term=Pontardawe%20&pg=2" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://coflein.gov.uk/en/site/13414?term=Pontardawe%20&pg=2">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Gosen Apostolic Church
See LinkExternal link
Pontardawe Library The building also serves as the Pontardawe Hwb - a community facility.
Pontardawe Library
The building also serves as the Pontardawe Hwb - a community facility.
Kitty’s, Pontardawe Public house in Pontardawe.
Kitty’s, Pontardawe
Public house in Pontardawe.
Dynevor Arms Public House in Pontardawe.
Dynevor Arms
Public House in Pontardawe.
St Peter’s Church, Pontardawe
St Peter’s Church, Pontardawe
Bodybuilding Hardcore Gym Formerly the Pavilion Cinema.

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Bodybuilding Hardcore Gym
Formerly the Pavilion Cinema. See also LinkExternal link
Ivy Bush Hotel
Ivy Bush Hotel
School Lane, Pontardawe
School Lane, Pontardawe
Police Station, Pontardawe
Police Station, Pontardawe
Pontardawe Arts Centre Formerly Pontardawe Public Hall and Institute, built in 1908 and opened by Adelina Patti.

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Pontardawe Arts Centre
Formerly Pontardawe Public Hall and Institute, built in 1908 and opened by Adelina Patti. See LinkExternal link
Wesleyaid Cymraeg Horeb Welsh Wesleyan Chapel.

The building was noted for its "spray of wild typography on the upper façade", marking out the words "1902 - Wesleyaid Cymraeg".
Wesleyaid Cymraeg
Horeb Welsh Wesleyan Chapel. The building was noted for its "spray of wild typography on the upper façade", marking out the words "1902 - Wesleyaid Cymraeg".
Gateway near Ffynnon-wen Spring
Gateway near Ffynnon-wen Spring
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the wall of No70 Gwyn Street. It marks a point 53.273m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the wall of No70 Gwyn Street. It marks a point 53.273m above mean sea level.
Allt-y-fanog derelict farm house All the out buildings were in full use but it's obvious that this old farm has been subsumed by a larger nearby farm as the farm house is now derelict and has been so for some time.
Allt-y-fanog derelict farm house
All the out buildings were in full use but it's obvious that this old farm has been subsumed by a larger nearby farm as the farm house is now derelict and has been so for some time.
Farmland looking towards Gwern-llwyn farm What looks like meadow land in the foreground was briefly an open scar on the landscape a couple of years ago as the gas gas pipeline work passed straight through this area.
Farmland looking towards Gwern-llwyn farm
What looks like meadow land in the foreground was briefly an open scar on the landscape a couple of years ago as the gas gas pipeline work passed straight through this area.
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Glanrhyd is located at Grid Ref: SN7104 (Lat: 51.721452, Lng: -3.861316)

Unitary Authority: Neath Port Talbot

Police Authority: South Wales

Also known as: Glan-rhyd

What 3 Words

///comedy.underway.harvest. Near Clydach, Swansea

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