Abermorddu

Settlement in Flintshire

Wales

Abermorddu

All Saints, Cymau in the snow Friday 10th March 2023 walked down to check all well at church &amp; empty dehumidifier. — All Saints, Cymau in the snow Credit: Isabel Blore

Abermorddu is a small village located in the county of Flintshire, in northeast Wales. Situated approximately 10 miles south of the county town of Mold, Abermorddu is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.

The village has a population of around 2,000 residents, and its name translates from Welsh as "mouth of the black water." It is believed to have derived its name from the nearby River Alyn, which flows through the village and adds to its charm.

Abermorddu has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to prehistoric times. The village was once a thriving mining community, with coal and iron being the primary industries in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, the remnants of the mining past can still be seen in the form of old mine shafts and disused buildings.

The village offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a primary school, a post office, a convenience store, and a community center. There are also several pubs and restaurants, providing a social hub for locals and visitors alike.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Abermorddu is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring nature. The nearby Alyn Waters Country Park is a popular destination, with its scenic walking trails and picturesque lake.

Overall, Abermorddu is a peaceful and friendly village, offering a close-knit community and a rural lifestyle, while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities in the region.

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Abermorddu Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.10315/-3.035518 or Grid Reference SJ3056. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

All Saints, Cymau in the snow

Friday 10th March 2023 walked down to check all well at church & empty dehumidifier.

Isabel Blore

View of Cymau Village in the Snow

Woke up to more snow! 10th March 2023

Isabel Blore

Caergwrle Castle

Chris Andrews

Rivet benchmark on the Afon Alun bridge, Fagl Lane, Hope

Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark on the north parapet of the Fagl Lane bridge over the Afon Alun/River Alyn. The bridge was built in 1933/4 to straighten the road and replaced the earlier Pont y Delyn, which still exists to the south. Levelled at 82.802m above Newlyn Datum, verified 1959. For a wider view see SJ3058 : Bridge over Afon Alun/River Alyn, Fagl Lane, Hope Link

John S Turner

Bridge over Afon Alun/River Alyn, Fagl Lane, Hope

Looking east along Fagl Lane over the bridge that was built in 1933/4 to straighten the road and replace Pont y Delyn, which is out of sight on the right. There is an Ordnance Survey rivet benchmark on top of the left hand/north parapet SJ3058 : Rivet benchmark on the Afon Alun bridge, Fagl Lane, Hope.

John S Turner

Benchmark on wall by Hope railway bridge, Fagl Lane

Ordnance Survey benchmark on the stone wall by the south parapet of Hope railway bridge in Fagl Lane. Levelled at 87.063m above Newlyn Datum, verified 1959. The bridge creates an 'S' bend in the road and judging by the damage to the adjacent metal box the cut mark has done well to survive. For a wider view see SJ3058 : Stone wall by Hope railway bridge, Fagl Lane Link

John S Turner

Stone wall by Hope railway bridge, Fagl Lane

Looking across Fagl Lane towards the stone wall between the railway bridge on the left, and the access lane to Hope Station. There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark on the wall to the left of the damaged electricity cabinet SJ3058 : Benchmark on wall by Hope railway bridge, Fagl Lane

John S Turner

Benchmark on Cefn-y-Bedd railway bridge, Wrexham Road

Ordnance Survey benchmark on the northwest corner of the railway bridge over Wrexham Road, Cefn-y-Bedd. Levelled at 82.601m above Newlyn Datum, verified 1959. For wider views see: SJ3156 : Low Bridge over Wrexham Road, Cefn-y-Bedd and SJ3156 : Low Bridge over Wrexham Road, Cefn-y-Bedd Benchmark database: Link

John S Turner

Low Bridge over Wrexham Road, Cefn-y-Bedd

Despite the warning signs Cefn-y-Bedd railway bridge is often hit with oversize lorries or loads. There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark on the left hand corner of the bridge SJ3156 : Benchmark on Cefn-y-Bedd railway bridge, Wrexham Road

John S Turner

Low Bridge over Wrexham Road, Cefn-y-Bedd

John S Turner

DEMU 230007 leaving Hope (Flintshire) Station for Wrexham

Converted from London Underground stock

Peter Moore

Summit area of Hope Mountain

Hope Mountain is a local high point and a 'Marilyn' north-west of Wrexham; the trig point is seen here at the hill top.

Trevor Littlewood

Field north-east of summit of Hope Mountain

Hope Mountain is a hill of modest height west of the village of Caergwrle. Beyond the field and the bracken a slope drops steeply to the village.

Trevor Littlewood

Hope Mountain

Viewed from Hope railway station.

El Pollock

Another pub closed down....

Ye Olde Talbot Inn.

John H Darch

Minor road on Hope Mountain

John H Darch

Old Milestone by the B5102, Minera Road, Llanfynydd parish

Wrexham plate milestone by the B5102, in parish of Llanfynydd (Flintshire District), Minera Road, West of Upper Lodge. Inscription reads:- WREXHAM DISTRICT 1893 DCC ............M CHESTER 11 MINERA 3 Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DEN_CHMA11

Milestone Society

Hope Mountain Trig Point

Yeah this may be like any trig point but believe me this is the trig point on a small hill called Hope Mountain near to Wrexham. The hills in the background are near to the north area of Llangollen.

David Neale

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Abermorddu is located at Grid Ref: SJ3056 (Lat: 53.10315, Lng: -3.035518)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales