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Bryn-Bach Common

Downs, Moorland in Glamorgan

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Bryn-Bach Common

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Fence Line Credit: Adrian Dust

Bryn-Bach Common is a picturesque expanse of moorland located in Glamorgan, Wales. Spread over an area of approximately 500 acres, this common offers visitors a tranquil and scenic environment to explore. It is situated in the eastern part of the county, near the town of Merthyr Tydfil.

The common is characterized by its undulating hills, heather-covered moorland, and scattered patches of woodland. The landscape is rich in biodiversity, with a variety of plant species including cotton grass, bilberry, and heather dominating the moorland. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds such as curlews, skylarks, and stonechats.

Visitors to Bryn-Bach Common can enjoy a network of walking trails that meander through its captivating scenery. These trails cater to all levels of fitness and provide opportunities for leisurely strolls or more challenging hikes. Along the way, walkers are treated to stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Brecon Beacons National Park.

The common is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and photographers due to its unique landscape and abundant wildlife. It provides a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of urban life, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the beauty of the natural world.

Bryn-Bach Common is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities available nearby. It is a cherished natural gem in Glamorgan, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature and experience the tranquility of the Welsh countryside.

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Bryn-Bach Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.709544/-4.0059379 or Grid Reference SN6103. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fence Line
Fence Line
Overgrown Path
Overgrown Path
Minor Road
Minor Road
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on No72 Bryntirion Road. It marks a point 58.692m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on No72 Bryntirion Road. It marks a point 58.692m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the wall west side of Bryntirion Road. It marks a point 65.669m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the wall west side of Bryntirion Road. It marks a point 65.669m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on the SE parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 46.092m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on the SE parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 46.092m above mean sea level.
Cwm Dulais Old tracks at a disused colliery provide access to the bottom of the valley from the better road above. The tracks on the hill opposite show how the relative isolation allows unofficial motorsports.
Cwm Dulais
Old tracks at a disused colliery provide access to the bottom of the valley from the better road above. The tracks on the hill opposite show how the relative isolation allows unofficial motorsports.
Bwlchgwin near Felindre A row of houses, just off-road. Curiously, they appear to have been clad entirely in thin slabs of concrete.
Bwlchgwin near Felindre
A row of houses, just off-road. Curiously, they appear to have been clad entirely in thin slabs of concrete.
Summit cairn on Cefn Drum Just below the grassy surface of Cefn Drum is a lot of colliery spoil - ample source material for the attractive little cairn. In the distance, the Loughor winds its way out to sea, and the Gower Peninsula juts out along the horizon.
Summit cairn on Cefn Drum
Just below the grassy surface of Cefn Drum is a lot of colliery spoil - ample source material for the attractive little cairn. In the distance, the Loughor winds its way out to sea, and the Gower Peninsula juts out along the horizon.
Sprawling mountain road junction Six apparent roads meet on the mountain between Felindre and Pontardulais, but actually, there are only five roads. Still, it would be completely confusing if not for the signs, which, mercifully, on this occasion are correct.
Sprawling mountain road junction
Six apparent roads meet on the mountain between Felindre and Pontardulais, but actually, there are only five roads. Still, it would be completely confusing if not for the signs, which, mercifully, on this occasion are correct.
Cairn in field at Pant-y-ffin Behind the middle one of the 3 visible trees is a pile of rocks that must be the cairn marked on the map at this point. It is close to the southern of two power lines running southwest and on the southwest side of a stream. This is the view from Bryn Bach road on the edge of the common.
Cairn in field at Pant-y-ffin
Behind the middle one of the 3 visible trees is a pile of rocks that must be the cairn marked on the map at this point. It is close to the southern of two power lines running southwest and on the southwest side of a stream. This is the view from Bryn Bach road on the edge of the common.
Small bridge over river Dulais There are some very narrow lanes and back streets in this west part of Pontardulais, despite all the residences. This bridge is just about wide enough for one car at a time.
Small bridge over river Dulais
There are some very narrow lanes and back streets in this west part of Pontardulais, despite all the residences. This bridge is just about wide enough for one car at a time.
Footpath in Cwm Ysgiach near Felindre On the 1940 map this is shown as a real lane. Now it is a varied footpath with some sections of grass, some of soft earth, and some rocky riverbed. Curiously there are a couple of stiles across it. These barriers can not be required to keep farm animals out. Maybe they are meant to discourage the use of quad bikes. Here we are looking north where the grassy path is still only ascending gently as it enters an wooded section.
Footpath in Cwm Ysgiach near Felindre
On the 1940 map this is shown as a real lane. Now it is a varied footpath with some sections of grass, some of soft earth, and some rocky riverbed. Curiously there are a couple of stiles across it. These barriers can not be required to keep farm animals out. Maybe they are meant to discourage the use of quad bikes. Here we are looking north where the grassy path is still only ascending gently as it enters an wooded section.
Crwca. Fferm ger Felindre. Adeilad y DVLA yn Abertawe sydd ar y gorwel. A farm near Felindre. The large building on the horizon is the DVLA in Swansea.
Crwca.
Fferm ger Felindre. Adeilad y DVLA yn Abertawe sydd ar y gorwel. A farm near Felindre. The large building on the horizon is the DVLA in Swansea.
The Glamorgan Arms. Y ganolfan gynhadledda sydd ar safle'r dafarn boblogaidd yma. A conference and function suite on the site of this popular pub.
The Glamorgan Arms.
Y ganolfan gynhadledda sydd ar safle'r dafarn boblogaidd yma. A conference and function suite on the site of this popular pub.
Ysgol Pontlliw. Pontlliw School. Ysgol y pentref. The village school.
Ysgol Pontlliw. Pontlliw School.
Ysgol y pentref. The village school.
Camffrwd. Pont ar afon fechan sy'n llifo tua Phontarddulais. A bridge over the Camffrwd (lit- Twisting River) which flows towards Pontarddulais.
Camffrwd.
Pont ar afon fechan sy'n llifo tua Phontarddulais. A bridge over the Camffrwd (lit- Twisting River) which flows towards Pontarddulais.
Celynen. Holly Tree. Cyferbyniad llwyr i'r sgwariau poblog i'r de. A sudden contrast to the built up area to the south.
Celynen. Holly Tree.
Cyferbyniad llwyr i'r sgwariau poblog i'r de. A sudden contrast to the built up area to the south.
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Bryn-Bach Common is located at Grid Ref: SN6103 (Lat: 51.709544, Lng: -4.0059379)

Unitary Authority: Swansea

Police Authority: South Wales

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