Aberfan Park

Downs, Moorland in Glamorgan

Wales

Aberfan Park

Track towards Mountain Ash
Track towards Mountain Ash Credit: Alan Hughes

Aberfan Park, located in Glamorgan, Wales, is a picturesque area that encompasses a combination of downs and moorland. Spanning approximately 200 acres, the park offers visitors a tranquil and scenic environment, perfect for relaxation and outdoor activities.

The downs, characterized by rolling hills covered in lush grasses and wildflowers, provide visitors with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. These areas are ideal for picnics, leisurely walks, or even flying kites. The expansive moorland, on the other hand, presents a different kind of beauty, with its open expanse of heather and gorse, creating a vibrant purple and yellow tapestry during the summer months.

The park is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it an excellent destination for nature lovers. Visitors can expect to encounter various species of birds, including kestrels and buzzards, soaring through the skies. Additionally, the park is known for its population of grazing animals such as sheep and ponies, adding to the idyllic countryside ambiance.

Aberfan Park also offers several recreational facilities to cater to different interests. There are designated areas for camping, with basic amenities provided, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. For those who enjoy hiking, the park features a network of well-maintained trails, offering different levels of difficulty to accommodate all skill levels.

Overall, Aberfan Park in Glamorgan is a haven for nature enthusiasts, providing a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its stunning downs, vibrant moorland, and abundant wildlife, it offers a truly enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Aberfan Park Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.688253/-3.3405434 or Grid Reference ST0799. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track towards Mountain Ash
Track towards Mountain Ash
Kissing gate
Kissing gate
Overgrown path A narrow pathway to Mynydd Merthyr.
Overgrown path
A narrow pathway to Mynydd Merthyr.
Forest path towards Mynydd Merthyr
Forest path towards Mynydd Merthyr
Track junction The low road continues to Mynydd Merthyr, the high road to the summit of Twyn Brynbychan.
Track junction
The low road continues to Mynydd Merthyr, the high road to the summit of Twyn Brynbychan.
Track junction
Track junction
Boundary wall alongside forestry
Boundary wall alongside forestry
Merthyr Vale
Merthyr Vale
Over Perthygleision Farm View along the Taff Vale.
Over Perthygleision Farm
View along the Taff Vale.
Stony path bordering forestry
Stony path bordering forestry
On entering the forest
On entering the forest
Stone sleepers on Trevithick Trail These stone sleepers were part of the early 19th century tramway that followed the River Taff.  Now they are one of the points of interest on the cycle path
Stone sleepers on Trevithick Trail
These stone sleepers were part of the early 19th century tramway that followed the River Taff. Now they are one of the points of interest on the cycle path
A woodland path for the Taff Trail
A woodland path for the Taff Trail
Dying trees by Taff Trail
Dying trees by Taff Trail
Taff Trail on the edge of woodland
Taff Trail on the edge of woodland
Taff Trail south of Aberfan
Taff Trail south of Aberfan
Taff Trail tunnel under A470 south of Aberfan
Taff Trail tunnel under A470 south of Aberfan
View over Taff valley from Taff Trail, Aberfan
View over Taff valley from Taff Trail, Aberfan
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Aberfan Park is located at Grid Ref: ST0799 (Lat: 51.688253, Lng: -3.3405434)

Unitary Authority: Merthyr Tydfil

Police Authority: South Wales

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Merthyr Vale
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Crossing
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Aberfan
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