Golch

Settlement in Flintshire

Wales

Golch

Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate Credit: Ceri Thomas

Golch is a small village located in the county of Flintshire, Wales. Situated in the northeastern part of the country, Golch is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil and rural setting for its residents. The village is positioned approximately 8 miles to the south of Flint, the nearest town.

Golch is characterized by its charming and traditional architecture, with many of its buildings dating back to the 19th century. The village primarily comprises of residential properties, with a close-knit community that takes pride in maintaining its rural heritage and sense of community.

Despite its small size, Golch offers a few amenities to its residents. There is a local village hall which serves as a gathering place for community events and activities. Additionally, there is a small convenience store that caters to the daily needs of the villagers.

The natural beauty surrounding Golch provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is in close proximity to the Clwydian Range, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which offers stunning views, walking trails, and ample wildlife.

Overall, Golch is a charming village in Flintshire that provides a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents. With its traditional architecture, close-knit community, and beautiful surroundings, Golch offers a retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

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Golch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.283102/-3.252861 or Grid Reference SJ1676. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Derwen ar ogwydd / A leaning oak
Derwen ar ogwydd / A leaning oak
Holway Level Mine, Holywell This is the entrance to the Holway Level, a two mile tunnel that lead to one of the most productive lead mines in Britain. The Level drained the water from the mine and also allowed the ore to be brought out by boat. The tunnel was developed into a tourist attraction in 1788. The galena in the mine contained up to 80% lead and 12% silver. Since 1917 this level has supplied St Winefride's well as the original supply was interrupted by the construction of the Milwr Tunnel.
Holway Level Mine, Holywell
This is the entrance to the Holway Level, a two mile tunnel that lead to one of the most productive lead mines in Britain. The Level drained the water from the mine and also allowed the ore to be brought out by boat. The tunnel was developed into a tourist attraction in 1788. The galena in the mine contained up to 80% lead and 12% silver. Since 1917 this level has supplied St Winefride's well as the original supply was interrupted by the construction of the Milwr Tunnel.
Naid-y-March Standing Stones Possibly re-positioned Bronze Age stones, a filled mine shaft lies between them.
Naid-y-March Standing Stones
Possibly re-positioned Bronze Age stones, a filled mine shaft lies between them.
Metal stile near Stokyn Hall
Metal stile near Stokyn Hall
Footbridge over Afon Marsiandwr Replacing an earlier bridge.
Footbridge over Afon Marsiandwr
Replacing an earlier bridge.
A55 near Pantasaph
A55 near Pantasaph
Pasture land between Whitford and Holywell Typical scene for this area.  In the near distance to the left is Pennant Park Golf Club, to the right Highbrook,far centre - a view across the Dee Estuary to The Wirral
Pasture land between Whitford and Holywell
Typical scene for this area. In the near distance to the left is Pennant Park Golf Club, to the right Highbrook,far centre - a view across the Dee Estuary to The Wirral
A5026 north of Gorsedd
A5026 north of Gorsedd
A5026 looking to the Dee estuary and Liverpool beyond
A5026 looking to the Dee estuary and Liverpool beyond
A5026 at Carmel village boundary
A5026 at Carmel village boundary
Ffordd Holway at Holywell village boundary
Ffordd Holway at Holywell village boundary
Footpath (left) past Kennels Farm Heading east
Footpath (left) past Kennels Farm
Heading east
Large grazing field with a view Plas-tirion Wood is on the left and in the distance are lovely views across The Dee Estuary to The Wirral with Hilbre Island in the distant left
Large grazing field with a view
Plas-tirion Wood is on the left and in the distance are lovely views across The Dee Estuary to The Wirral with Hilbre Island in the distant left
Stile on a footpath leading from Kennels Farm Mertyn Isaf is in the background
Stile on a footpath leading from Kennels Farm
Mertyn Isaf is in the background
Mertyn-Crew Farm From a footpath stile which leads into a narrow track with footpaths south past Mertyn Crew or east past Mertyn Isaf
Mertyn-Crew Farm
From a footpath stile which leads into a narrow track with footpaths south past Mertyn Crew or east past Mertyn Isaf
10th Tee Pennant Park Golf Course A little gem of a course.
10th Tee Pennant Park Golf Course
A little gem of a course.
12th Tee Pennant Park Golf Course Mostyn Dock is just visible to the right.
12th Tee Pennant Park Golf Course
Mostyn Dock is just visible to the right.
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Golch is located at Grid Ref: SJ1676 (Lat: 53.283102, Lng: -3.252861)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///rags.rolled.hooks. Near Whitford, Flintshire

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