Pwll Taf

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Brecknockshire

Wales

Pwll Taf

The Grange Guesthouse Cefn-Coed
The Grange Guesthouse Cefn-Coed Credit: Roger Cornfoot

Pwll Taf is a freshwater marsh located in the county of Brecknockshire, Wales. Nestled amidst the picturesque landscape, this natural habitat is often referred to as a lake, pool, or pond due to its size and tranquil appearance.

Covering an area of approximately 10 acres, Pwll Taf is surrounded by lush vegetation, including reeds, grasses, and water plants, creating a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The marsh is fed by a small stream known as the Afon Taf, which flows into the lake, providing a continuous supply of freshwater and maintaining the marsh's unique ecological balance.

The calm and still waters of Pwll Taf serve as a haven for a variety of aquatic life. The lake is home to numerous species of fish, including trout and perch, which thrive in its nutrient-rich environment. Additionally, the marsh provides a sanctuary for various waterfowl, such as ducks, swans, and herons, which can often be seen gracefully gliding across the surface or nesting among the reeds.

Pwll Taf is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers, who can enjoy the peaceful surroundings while observing the diverse wildlife. The marsh also serves as a valuable educational resource, providing an opportunity for visitors to learn about the importance of wetland habitats and their role in supporting biodiversity.

Overall, Pwll Taf is a serene and picturesque freshwater marsh, offering both a natural sanctuary for wildlife and a place of tranquility for those who visit it.

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Pwll Taf Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.762978/-3.4115869 or Grid Reference SO0208. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Grange Guesthouse Cefn-Coed
The Grange Guesthouse Cefn-Coed
Cefn Viaduct Former railway bridge, now carrying a long distance path; the Taff Trail.
Cefn Viaduct
Former railway bridge, now carrying a long distance path; the Taff Trail.
Bus shelter, Gurnos Road, Merthyr Tydfil A very basic shelter -- no seats
Bus shelter, Gurnos Road, Merthyr Tydfil
A very basic shelter -- no seats
Engineering works on A465 north of Cefn-Coed-y-Cymmer
Engineering works on A465 north of Cefn-Coed-y-Cymmer
Taff Trail crossing Cefn-coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil
Taff Trail crossing Cefn-coed Viaduct, Merthyr Tydfil
Construction works at Cefn-coed Cymmer (Dowlais Top to Hirwaun) Part of the A465 Dowlais Top to Hirwaun upgrading to dual-carriageway.
Construction works at Cefn-coed Cymmer (Dowlais Top to Hirwaun)
Part of the A465 Dowlais Top to Hirwaun upgrading to dual-carriageway.
On the Taff Trail, N of Penmoelallt Farm near Merthyr Tydfil
On the Taff Trail, N of Penmoelallt Farm near Merthyr Tydfil
Road works Heavy machinery moving soil on the A465 Heads of the Valleys project.
Road works
Heavy machinery moving soil on the A465 Heads of the Valleys project.
Castle View Stores
Castle View Stores
Winch Fawr Road Modern housing on the site of former coal workings.
Winch Fawr Road
Modern housing on the site of former coal workings.
Winch Fawr Road This is a peaceful place with housing and areas of open land, with expansive views. But a glance at an old Ordnance Survey map shows that the landscape here was once full of industrial activity, principally coal workings.
Winch Fawr Road
This is a peaceful place with housing and areas of open land, with expansive views. But a glance at an old Ordnance Survey map shows that the landscape here was once full of industrial activity, principally coal workings.
Winch Fawr Now a peaceful landscape with expansive views, but the landscape here is scarred by intensive coal working in times gone by.
Winch Fawr
Now a peaceful landscape with expansive views, but the landscape here is scarred by intensive coal working in times gone by.
Winch Fawr Now a peaceful landscape with expansive views, but the landscape here is scarred by intensive coal working in times gone by.
Winch Fawr
Now a peaceful landscape with expansive views, but the landscape here is scarred by intensive coal working in times gone by.
McDonald's on Cyfarthfa Retail Park See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3002547">SO0306 : McDonald's Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Merthyr Tydfil</a> for an older view.
McDonald's on Cyfarthfa Retail Park
KFC, Cyfarthfa Retail Park
KFC, Cyfarthfa Retail Park
Cyfarthfa Retail Park The building that used to house Game and Carphone Warehouse now contains Greggs and Subway. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3002528">SO0306 : Game and The Carphone Warehouse,  Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Merthyr Tydfil</a>. There is a McDonalds and a KFC adjacent, so fast food lovers are spoiled for choice.
Cyfarthfa Retail Park
The building that used to house Game and Carphone Warehouse now contains Greggs and Subway. See SO0306 : Game and The Carphone Warehouse, Cyfarthfa Retail Park, Merthyr Tydfil. There is a McDonalds and a KFC adjacent, so fast food lovers are spoiled for choice.
Roundabout on Swansea Road at Cyfarthfa This roundabout forms the main entrance to the Cyfarthfa Retail Park and the new building on the site of the Cyfartha coke plant.
Roundabout on Swansea Road at Cyfarthfa
This roundabout forms the main entrance to the Cyfarthfa Retail Park and the new building on the site of the Cyfartha coke plant.
Access Road, Cyfarthfa Retail Park The main access road to the retail park is here viewed from the rear of Greggs.
Access Road, Cyfarthfa Retail Park
The main access road to the retail park is here viewed from the rear of Greggs.
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Pwll Taf is located at Grid Ref: SO0208 (Lat: 51.762978, Lng: -3.4115869)

Unitary Authority: Merthyr Tydfil

Police Authority: South Wales

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