Abernant

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Abernant

Entrance, Dare Valley Country Park
Entrance, Dare Valley Country Park Credit: Roger Cornfoot

Abernant is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated just north of the town of Pontypridd and nestled in the picturesque Taff Valley, Abernant offers a tranquil and scenic setting for its residents and visitors.

The village is primarily residential in nature, with a population of around 1,000 people. It is known for its tight-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The houses in Abernant range from quaint cottages to more modern properties, providing a diverse mix of architectural styles.

Despite its small size, Abernant boasts a few amenities for its residents. There is a local convenience store that caters to everyday needs, and a pub where locals can gather and socialize. Additionally, the nearby town of Pontypridd offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options, just a short distance away.

Nature lovers will be delighted by Abernant's surroundings. The village is surrounded by lush green countryside, with rolling hills and meandering rivers. The Taff Trail, a popular walking and cycling path, runs through the village, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.

Abernant is well-connected to other parts of Glamorgan and beyond. The A470 road, one of Wales' major highways, passes through the village, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The train station in Pontypridd offers regular services to Cardiff and other destinations, making it convenient for commuters.

Overall, Abernant is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, while still providing access to essential amenities and connections to larger urban centers.

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Abernant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.719252/-3.4360076 or Grid Reference SO0003. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Entrance, Dare Valley Country Park
Entrance, Dare Valley Country Park
Monk Street, Aberdare
Monk Street, Aberdare
Fern Crescent, Cwmdare
Fern Crescent, Cwmdare
New trackwork at Aberdare station Part of the Cardiff Metro project.
New trackwork at Aberdare station
Part of the Cardiff Metro project.
Aberdare station The 15.51 to Barry Island will be departing shortly.
Aberdare station
The 15.51 to Barry Island will be departing shortly.
Aberdare station car park
Aberdare station car park
Recreation area, Ysgubor Wen
Recreation area, Ysgubor Wen
Woodland path A path through a narrow strip of woodland near Ysgubor Wen.
Woodland path
A path through a narrow strip of woodland near Ysgubor Wen.
House refurbishment The building on the right looks as if it might once have been a farmhouse.
House refurbishment
The building on the right looks as if it might once have been a farmhouse.
St Matthew Church, Abernant Clad with corrugated sheeting, this is one of only a handful of tin tabernacles in South Wales.  

See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Matthew%27s_Church,_Abernant" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Matthew%27s_Church,_Abernant">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. 

See also <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tin_tabernacle" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tin_tabernacle">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
St Matthew Church, Abernant
Clad with corrugated sheeting, this is one of only a handful of tin tabernacles in South Wales. See LinkExternal link. See also LinkExternal link.
Woodland track Track alongside Nant y Wenallt.
Woodland track
Track alongside Nant y Wenallt.
Track over stream The track originally served the Werfa Colliery.
Track over stream
The track originally served the Werfa Colliery.
Approaching Canal Road On the outskirts of Aberdare.
Approaching Canal Road
On the outskirts of Aberdare.
Old track serving the Werfa Colloery
Old track serving the Werfa Colloery
Track to Werfa Colliery Further uphill from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7260517">SO0201 : Old track serving the Werfa Colloery</a>.
Track to Werfa Colliery
Ysgol Gynradd Abernant Abernant Junior School.
Ysgol Gynradd Abernant
Abernant Junior School.
Fence between woodland and lane As close as I could get to the corner of grid square SO 0004.  The viewing angle is very slightly south of east and the lane is in SO 0003.
Fence between woodland and lane
As close as I could get to the corner of grid square SO 0004. The viewing angle is very slightly south of east and the lane is in SO 0003.
Rhoswenallt Inn Public house in Abernant.
Rhoswenallt Inn
Public house in Abernant.
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Abernant is located at Grid Ref: SO0003 (Lat: 51.719252, Lng: -3.4360076)

Unitary Authority: Rhondda Cynon Taf

Police Authority: South Wales

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