Pitwellt Pond

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Glamorgan

Wales

Pitwellt Pond

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the remains of the dry stone wall. It marks a point 425.702m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Adrian Dust

Pitwellt Pond is a freshwater pond located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. It is a small body of water, measuring approximately 0.25 acres in size. The pond is situated in a natural setting surrounded by lush vegetation, creating a serene and picturesque environment.

The water in Pitwellt Pond is sourced from natural springs and rainfall, ensuring a constant flow of freshwater. The pond is home to a variety of aquatic plants and animals, creating a diverse and thriving ecosystem. The vegetation around the pond includes reeds, water lilies, and various types of grasses.

The pond also serves as a habitat for a wide range of wildlife. It is home to numerous species of birds, including ducks, swans, and herons, which can often be seen gracefully gliding across the water. The pond also attracts smaller bird species, such as warblers and finches, which visit the area for feeding and nesting.

Pitwellt Pond is a popular spot for both locals and visitors who enjoy activities such as fishing and birdwatching. Fishing enthusiasts can find a variety of fish species in the pond, including carp, roach, and perch. The tranquil surroundings of the pond make it an ideal location for birdwatching, allowing visitors to observe and appreciate the diverse avian population.

Overall, Pitwellt Pond is a small yet vibrant freshwater pond in Glamorgan, Wales. Its natural beauty and rich biodiversity make it a valuable asset to the local ecosystem and a beloved recreational spot for nature enthusiasts.

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Pitwellt Pond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.779319/-3.3367617 or Grid Reference SO0709. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the remains of the dry stone wall. It marks a point 425.702m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the remains of the dry stone wall. It marks a point 425.702m above mean sea level.
Blocked footpath The aftermath of storm Ellen.  Cyclists have to negotiate their way around a fallen tree on the disused railway line between Cefn Coed and Pontsticill.
Blocked footpath
The aftermath of storm Ellen. Cyclists have to negotiate their way around a fallen tree on the disused railway line between Cefn Coed and Pontsticill.
Woodland in Taff valley south of Pontsticill Reservoir
Woodland in Taff valley south of Pontsticill Reservoir
Former railway bridge south of Pontsticill Reservoir
Former railway bridge south of Pontsticill Reservoir
Track Junction
Track Junction
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the SW buttress of the railway bridge. It marks a point 310.796m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the SW buttress of the railway bridge. It marks a point 310.796m above mean sea level.
Pant railway station Pant railway station on the Brecon Mountain Railway
Pant railway station
Pant railway station on the Brecon Mountain Railway
Brecon Merthyr railway Brecon Merthyr Railway at Pant station with no 2 locomotive
Brecon Merthyr railway
Brecon Merthyr Railway at Pant station with no 2 locomotive
Brecon Mountain Railway Brecon Mountain Railway, at Pant station, American steam loco number 2, waiting to depart and hitch onto the coaches
Brecon Mountain Railway
Brecon Mountain Railway, at Pant station, American steam loco number 2, waiting to depart and hitch onto the coaches
Brecon Mountain Railway Brecon Mountain Railway, Pant station, with coaches waiting for steam loco to be hitched and ready for trip to Pontsticill
Brecon Mountain Railway
Brecon Mountain Railway, Pant station, with coaches waiting for steam loco to be hitched and ready for trip to Pontsticill
Brecon Mountain Railway Brecon Mountain Railway, the station, viewed from across the car park
Brecon Mountain Railway
Brecon Mountain Railway, the station, viewed from across the car park
Brecon Mountain Railway Pant Station, with view down the side of station building, a narrow gauge railway
Brecon Mountain Railway
Pant Station, with view down the side of station building, a narrow gauge railway
Distance board on A465 east of Dowlais Top
Distance board on A465 east of Dowlais Top
Brecon Mountain Railway locomotive Santa Teresa at Pant Station
Brecon Mountain Railway locomotive Santa Teresa at Pant Station
Pant Station on Brecon Mountain Railway
Pant Station on Brecon Mountain Railway
Road to Pant
Road to Pant
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the brick sluice south side of the reservoir. It marks a point 364.297m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the brick sluice south side of the reservoir. It marks a point 364.297m above mean sea level.
Bridge Over Old Railway Line.
Bridge Over Old Railway Line.
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Pitwellt Pond is located at Grid Ref: SO0709 (Lat: 51.779319, Lng: -3.3367617)

Unitary Authority: Merthyr Tydfil

Police Authority: South Wales

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