Gwrhyd Mawr

Settlement in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Gwrhyd Mawr

Derelict Building beside footpath to Carneed-lleithr. — Derelict Building Credit: Chris McAuley

Gwrhyd Mawr is a small village located in the county of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated in the southwestern part of the country, Gwrhyd Mawr is nestled in a picturesque rural landscape characterized by rolling hills and lush green fields.

The village is relatively small, with a population of approximately 200 residents. It is known for its tight-knit community and friendly atmosphere. The village consists mainly of traditional stone houses, giving it a charming and rustic feel.

Surrounded by natural beauty, Gwrhyd Mawr offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The nearby countryside provides ample space for walking, hiking, and cycling. The village is also close to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, a designated area of outstanding natural beauty, which attracts visitors from far and wide.

While Gwrhyd Mawr is primarily a residential village, it does have some local amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a small convenience store, a village hall, and a quaint local pub where locals and visitors can enjoy a drink and socialize.

The village's location also provides easy access to nearby towns and attractions. The coastal town of Tenby is just a short drive away, offering beautiful beaches, historical sites, and a range of shops and restaurants. Additionally, the city of Swansea is within reach for those seeking a larger urban center.

Overall, Gwrhyd Mawr offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Pembrokeshire countryside.

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Gwrhyd Mawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.902145/-5.246903 or Grid Reference SM7627. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Derelict Building

beside footpath to Carneed-lleithr.

Chris McAuley

Coast Line View

Carreg yr Afr from the side of Penberry, with the Pembrokeshire Coast Path between the field walls and cliff edge.The summit of Carn Llidi at 181 metres can be seen top left of photo.

Chris McAuley

Dowrog Common SSSI, with a distant view of Carn Llidi

Much of Dowrog Common is bog. Although a path is indicated on the map, there is little trace of it on the ground, and the going is very wet indeed - wellies essential if you hope to keep your feet and ankles dry. The view here is WNW, with the coastal tor of Carn Llidi prominent on the horizon.

Stefan Czapski

Marsh Cinquefoil (Potentilla palustris) on Dowrog Common SSSI

One element in the rich flora of this boggy area. Identified with a bit of help from my friend ceridwen (a terrific all-round naturalist) who was my guide on this walk.

Stefan Czapski

Gold-ringed Dragonfly (Cordulegaster boltonii), Dowrog Common SSSI

This is the largest British dragonfly species, and in my experience one of the most approachable. According to the British Dragonfly Society website Link

females of this species reach a length of 84mm, males being smaller, reaching 74mm. Wing-span will be greater, so this is a pretty impressive insect. The individual in the picture is, I believe, a female. While the body of the insect shows well in this shot, details of the wings aren't that easy to see - so I am making the image available in larger sizes.

Stefan Czapski

Dowrog Common SSSI, northern end

Though officially described as 'lowland heath', much of Dowrog is bog. In the foreground, a stand of Cotton Grass (or Bog Cotton), Eriophorum angustifolium, a plant of the sedge family, more typical of the Scottish Highlands. The view is a little to the west of north, from near Rhodiad y Brenin, with Penberi - a great crag of volcanic origin - on the skyline. For another instance of Cotton Grass growing in a lowland bog in southern Britain - albeit much further east - see SU9041 : The Bog, Thursley National Nature Reserve.

Stefan Czapski

Little stone buildings at Rhodiad y Brenin

Very simple, rugged little buildings, in a fairly remote location close to the boggy north-west corner of Dowrog Common. While they were most likely built to house animals, ceridwen has speculated that they may at some stage have served as human habitations: SM7627 : Stone sheds.

Stefan Czapski

A potato field near Dowrog Common - with Penberi on the horizon

Potatoes are a very characteristic crop in this coastal area of Pembrokeshire - in contrast to the livestock rearing of the uplands further inland. The hill on the horizon is Penberi, a peak of volcanic origin which would not look out of place in the barren wastes of Sutherland. Compare this image with ceridwen's SM7626 : Dewisland prospect, taken from a point further north and east, on Dowrog Common itself.

Stefan Czapski