Crossway Green

Downs, Moorland in Monmouthshire

Wales

Crossway Green

Redd Landes, Shirenewton Cul-de-sac on the north side of Earlswood Road. The name Redd Landes appears to be unique in the UK. — Redd Landes, Shirenewton Credit: Jaggery

Crossway Green is a small village located in Monmouthshire, a county in southeast Wales, United Kingdom. Situated amidst breathtaking downs and moorland, the village is known for its picturesque countryside and tranquil surroundings.

The village itself is home to a close-knit community of residents who enjoy a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle. The architecture of the village consists mainly of traditional stone houses and cottages, adding to its charm and character. The surrounding downs and moorland provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

One of the notable attractions in Crossway Green is the nearby nature reserve, which is known for its diverse wildlife and stunning views. Visitors can explore the vast expanses of moorland, spotting various bird species and indigenous flora. The village also boasts several walking trails that allow visitors to soak in the beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Despite its rural location, Crossway Green is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The village has good road access, making it easily accessible by car. Additionally, there are regular bus services that connect the village to other parts of Monmouthshire.

In terms of amenities, Crossway Green offers a few local shops and amenities for daily essentials, although residents often travel to nearby towns for a wider range of services. The village also has a community center that serves as a hub for social gatherings and events.

Overall, Crossway Green is a charming village nestled amidst downs and moorland, offering a tranquil escape for those seeking a rural lifestyle in the beautiful surroundings of Monmouthshire.

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Crossway Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.632282/-2.7700946 or Grid Reference ST4692. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Redd Landes, Shirenewton Cul-de-sac on the north side of Earlswood Road. The name Redd Landes appears to be unique in the UK.

Redd Landes, Shirenewton

Cul-de-sac on the north side of Earlswood Road. The name Redd Landes appears to be unique in the UK.

Children's play area in Shirenewton At the western edge of the village, between a lawn tennis court and a hedge at the edge of Earlswood Road.

Children's play area in Shirenewton

At the western edge of the village, between a lawn tennis court and a hedge at the edge of Earlswood Road.

End of the 30 zone at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire The 30mph speed limit on Earlswood Road increases to 40mph.

End of the 30 zone at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

The 30mph speed limit on Earlswood Road increases to 40mph.

Start of the 30 zone at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire The 40mph speed limit on Earlswood Road drops to 30mph.

Start of the 30 zone at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

The 40mph speed limit on Earlswood Road drops to 30mph.

Warning sign - playground, Shirenewton Facing Earlswood Road on the approach to this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652529" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652529">Link</a> playground.
The small rectangular sign shows that this road is part of National Cycle Network Route 42.

Warning sign - playground, Shirenewton

Facing Earlswood Road on the approach to this Link playground. The small rectangular sign shows that this road is part of National Cycle Network Route 42.

Two telecoms cabinets and two litter bins, Shirenewton Alongside Earlswood Road at the entrance to the village recreation ground.
A Virgin Media cabinet is on the right, next to a BT cabinet.

Two telecoms cabinets and two litter bins, Shirenewton

Alongside Earlswood Road at the entrance to the village recreation ground. A Virgin Media cabinet is on the right, next to a BT cabinet.

Shirenewton tennis court On the Earlswood Road side of the village recreation ground, next to a children&#039;s play area. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652529" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652529">Link</a>

Shirenewton tennis court

On the Earlswood Road side of the village recreation ground, next to a children's play area. Link

Towards Shirenewton Beacon The beacon is located near the western edge of the village recreation ground.

Towards Shirenewton Beacon

The beacon is located near the western edge of the village recreation ground.

Shirenewton Recreation Hall, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire On the Earlswood Road side of the village recreation ground.

Shirenewton Recreation Hall, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

On the Earlswood Road side of the village recreation ground.

Village recreation ground, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire Shirenewton Recreation Hall <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652580" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652580">Link</a> is on the left.

Village recreation ground, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

Shirenewton Recreation Hall Link is on the left.

Unnamed lane in Shirenewton From Earlswood Road, the lane leads to Red House Lane.

Unnamed lane in Shirenewton

From Earlswood Road, the lane leads to Red House Lane.

January 2018 view of a field at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire Unhedged on this side, the field is on the south side of Earlswood Road and the west side of this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652595" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652595">Link</a> lane.

January 2018 view of a field at the western edge of Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

Unhedged on this side, the field is on the south side of Earlswood Road and the west side of this Link lane.

Warning sign and cycle route 42 sign, Earlswood Road, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire The triangular sign warns that a minor crossroads junction is ahead. The small rectangular sign showing 42 depicts a bicycle. In January 2018, the Sustrans website states that National Route 42 of the National Cycle Network will run west from Gloucester through Cinderford to Chepstow and then north through Abergavenny to join National Route 8 at Glasbury with the option of passing through Hay-on-Wye.

Warning sign and cycle route 42 sign, Earlswood Road, Shirenewton, Monmouthshire

The triangular sign warns that a minor crossroads junction is ahead. The small rectangular sign showing 42 depicts a bicycle. In January 2018, the Sustrans website states that National Route 42 of the National Cycle Network will run west from Gloucester through Cinderford to Chepstow and then north through Abergavenny to join National Route 8 at Glasbury with the option of passing through Hay-on-Wye.

Tredegar Arms, Shirenewton Pub in the centre of the village viewed in January 2018.
The bricked road surface was not here in July 2011. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3179271" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3179271">Link</a>

Tredegar Arms, Shirenewton

Pub in the centre of the village viewed in January 2018. The bricked road surface was not here in July 2011. Link

Public footpath signpost in Shirenewton Alongside Earlswood Road behind a dog waste bin. The signpost shows left for Dinham 1.6 km.
Right for Coxe&#039;s Well 0.2km. No equivalents in miles or yards are shown.

Public footpath signpost in Shirenewton

Alongside Earlswood Road behind a dog waste bin. The signpost shows left for Dinham 1.6 km. Right for Coxe's Well 0.2km. No equivalents in miles or yards are shown.

Keep your children safe - Give dog fouling the red card, Shirenewton The notice faces Earlswood Road at the edge of a public footpath to Dinham.
The smaller notice shows NO FOULING - MAXIMUM FINE £1000.
Dog fouling can cause serious harm to children&#039;s health.

Keep your children safe - Give dog fouling the red card, Shirenewton

The notice faces Earlswood Road at the edge of a public footpath to Dinham. The smaller notice shows NO FOULING - MAXIMUM FINE £1000. Dog fouling can cause serious harm to children's health.

The Old Post Office, Shirenewton Dating from the 1850s, the house at the southern end of Ditch Hill Lane was the village post office for more than a century. Viewed in January 2018 when the Post Office Branch Finder shows that the nearest post office is in Caerwent, about 3km away.

The Old Post Office, Shirenewton

Dating from the 1850s, the house at the southern end of Ditch Hill Lane was the village post office for more than a century. Viewed in January 2018 when the Post Office Branch Finder shows that the nearest post office is in Caerwent, about 3km away.

Queen Elizabeth II pillarbox and disused phonebox, Shirenewton At the edge of the Old Post Office <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652688" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5652688">Link</a> viewed across Ditch Hill Lane in January 2018. There are many notices inside the red box which no longer contains a phone. A Shirenewton Community Council noticeboard is on the left.

Queen Elizabeth II pillarbox and disused phonebox, Shirenewton

At the edge of the Old Post Office Link viewed across Ditch Hill Lane in January 2018. There are many notices inside the red box which no longer contains a phone. A Shirenewton Community Council noticeboard is on the left.

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Crossway Green is located at Grid Ref: ST4692 (Lat: 51.632282, Lng: -2.7700946)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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