Brynderwen Flat

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Monmouthshire

Wales

Brynderwen Flat

Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire Gwent Wildlife Trust information board with path, cleared that day, going to the left uphill. The tools are being used by a Trust working party on a rainy autumnal day. — Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire Credit: M J Roscoe

Brynderwen Flat is a picturesque freshwater marsh located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, the flat is characterized by its serene lake, tranquil pool, and meandering pond, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife alike.

The main attraction of Brynderwen Flat is its expansive lake, which provides a stunning backdrop for visitors. The crystal-clear waters are home to various species of fish, including perch, pike, and roach, making it a popular spot for anglers. Additionally, the lake serves as a vital habitat for an array of waterfowl, such as mallards, swans, and herons, offering a delight to birdwatchers.

Adjacent to the lake, a charming pool can be found, brimming with aquatic plants and small fish. This tranquil body of water is ideal for those seeking a peaceful escape, as its calm surface reflects the surrounding flora and fauna, creating a serene atmosphere.

Further along, a meandering pond adds to the diverse ecosystem of Brynderwen Flat. The pond is teeming with various amphibians, including frogs and newts, and serves as a breeding ground for many aquatic insects. It offers a unique opportunity for nature lovers to observe the fascinating life cycles of these creatures up close.

Overall, Brynderwen Flat in Monmouthshire is a captivating natural landscape that offers a diverse range of freshwater habitats. With its stunning lake, tranquil pool, and meandering pond, this area provides a sanctuary for both wildlife and visitors seeking a peaceful retreat amidst nature's beauty.

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Brynderwen Flat Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.760132/-2.9381549 or Grid Reference SO3507. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire

Gwent Wildlife Trust information board with path, cleared that day, going to the left uphill. The tools are being used by a Trust working party on a rainy autumnal day.

M J Roscoe

Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire

Track uphill viewed from near the GWT information board in SO3505 : Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire. The rope strop round the base of the tree was to assist in felling an unsafe tree.

M J Roscoe

Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire

Looking down track from near information board in SO3505 : Priory Wood Nature Reserve, Monmouthshire. The branch lying across the track is the result of removing unsafe tree branches by a Gwent Wildlife Trust working party.

M J Roscoe

Entrance, Priory Wood Nature Reserve

Two volunteer members of a Gwent Wildlife Trust working party having a lunch break during a break in the rain. The small gate on the ground had been removed to prevent its being damaged during lopping of unsafe branches; note that, to the left, a branch has broken the fence.

M J Roscoe

Pedestrian entrance, Priory Wood Nature Reserve

The gate had been removed to prevent its being damaged during tree surgery by Gwent Wildlife Trust. The fence to the right of the gate post has been damaged by a falling branch. The tree (centre) marked with a red spot was felled later that afternoon.

M J Roscoe

Thornberry Cottage near Priory Wood

A cottage, across the minor road from Priory Wood NR.

M J Roscoe

Paddock above River Usk

Horses in field alongside minor road from Chain Bridge.

M J Roscoe

Llanfair Kilgeddin Village Hall

Corrugated metal building on the west side of the B4598 in rural Monmouthshire between Usk and Abergavenny. Link to another view of the hall.

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Llanfair Kilgeddin Village Hall

Corrugated metal building on the west side of the B4598 in rural Monmouthshire between Usk and Abergavenny. Link to another view of the hall.

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Minor road west from Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

Viewed across the B4598. A nearby sign Link pointing this way shows Llanvair Cross 1 (mile), Goytre 2½. The 50mph speed limit increases to the National Speed Limit ahead.

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Direction and distances sign, Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

Facing northbound traffic on the B4598 on the corner of this Link minor road junction.

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End of the National Speed Limit, Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

The National Speed Limit on the minor road from Llanvair Cross and Goytre drops to 50mph on the approach to the B4598 junction.

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Grade II Listed Pant-y-Goitre House, Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

Built in c1726 with later major changes. Grade II listed in 1956.

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Southern boundary of Llanvair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

The boundary sign is alongside the B4598 at the southern edge of Llanvair Kilgeddin, a small village between Usk and Abergavenny. The village is also Llanfair Kilgeddin in English and Llanfair Cilgedin in Welsh.

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From 40 to 50 beyond Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

The 40mph speed limit on the B4598 increases to 50mph beyond the southern edge of Llanfair Kilgeddin. Part of the grey back of the village boundary sign Link is on the right.

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B4598 from Llanfair Kilgeddin towards Kemeys Commander, Monmouthshire

The lines on the right side of the road are on the approach to a drop in the speed limit at the southern edge of Llanfair Kilgeddin in rural Monmouthshire.

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Village phonebox, Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

The BT public pay phonebox is near the village primary school. A public noticeboard is on the left.

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From 20 to 40 in Llanfair Kilgeddin, Monmouthshire

The 20mph speed limit near the village primary school increases to 40mph on the B4598 ahead. Direction signs alongside the hedge on the right show left for Abergavenny, right for Usk.

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Brynderwen Flat is located at Grid Ref: SO3507 (Lat: 51.760132, Lng: -2.9381549)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent