Aber-pergwm

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Aber-pergwm

Hen bont reilffordd  / Old railway bridge Hen bont reilffordd fwynol yn rhychwantu Afon Nedd. 

A former mineral railway bridge spanning the Neath River.
Hen bont reilffordd / Old railway bridge Credit: Alan Richards

Aber-pergwm is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the Neath Valley, it lies on the southern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Aber-pergwm is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush greenery, and the nearby River Neath adding to its charm.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back many centuries. It was once a thriving coal mining community during the industrial revolution, with several collieries operating in the area. Today, remnants of this industrial past can still be seen, with old mine shafts and buildings serving as reminders of Aber-pergwm's mining heritage.

Despite its small size, Aber-pergwm offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. The village has a local pub, providing a focal point for socializing and community gatherings. There are also several picturesque walking trails in the surrounding countryside, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area.

Aber-pergwm benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities. Neath, a larger town, is just a short drive away and offers a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The city of Swansea is also within reach, providing further shopping, cultural, and entertainment options.

Overall, Aber-pergwm is a peaceful and picturesque village, offering residents and visitors a tranquil escape into the beauty of the Welsh countryside while still providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

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Aber-pergwm Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.744045/-3.649163 or Grid Reference SN8606. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hen bont reilffordd  / Old railway bridge Hen bont reilffordd fwynol yn rhychwantu Afon Nedd. 

A former mineral railway bridge spanning the Neath River.
Hen bont reilffordd / Old railway bridge
Hen bont reilffordd fwynol yn rhychwantu Afon Nedd. A former mineral railway bridge spanning the Neath River.
Pont yr A465 / A465 bridge Pont ffordd ddeuol yr A465 yn rhychwantu Afon Nedd.

An A465 dual carriageway bridge spanning the River Neath.
Pont yr A465 / A465 bridge
Pont ffordd ddeuol yr A465 yn rhychwantu Afon Nedd. An A465 dual carriageway bridge spanning the River Neath.
Hen adeilad diwydiannol / An old industrial building Llwybr ceffyl yn mynd heibio, wrth ei olwg, hen adeilad diwydiannol. 

A bridleway passing, by its appearance, an old industrial building.
Hen adeilad diwydiannol / An old industrial building
Llwybr ceffyl yn mynd heibio, wrth ei olwg, hen adeilad diwydiannol. A bridleway passing, by its appearance, an old industrial building.
Llwybr ceffyl erydog / Eroded bridleway Llwybr ceffyl wedi'i erydu gan nant.

A bridleway having been eroded by a stream.
Llwybr ceffyl erydog / Eroded bridleway
Llwybr ceffyl wedi'i erydu gan nant. A bridleway having been eroded by a stream.
Maesgwyn woodland Access tracks for the Maesgwyn wind farm.
Maesgwyn woodland
Access tracks for the Maesgwyn wind farm.
A grey track on a grey day Track curving through Maesgwyn Forest towards the wind farm.
A grey track on a grey day
Track curving through Maesgwyn Forest towards the wind farm.
Scrambling track In addition to forestry, wind farming and, of course, rambling, this land is used by motorcycle scramblers.
Scrambling track
In addition to forestry, wind farming and, of course, rambling, this land is used by motorcycle scramblers.
Aberpergwm Wood Track leading through Aberpergwm Wood.  

The forestry is riddled with tracks serving timber management, mining and wind farming.  Most are accessible on foot, but the scenery tends to lack variety and most views are obscured by the trees.
Aberpergwm Wood
Track leading through Aberpergwm Wood. The forestry is riddled with tracks serving timber management, mining and wind farming. Most are accessible on foot, but the scenery tends to lack variety and most views are obscured by the trees.
Track to turbines 7 & 8 Maesgwyn Windfarm.
Track to turbines 7 & 8
Maesgwyn Windfarm.
Croesffordd mewn coedwigaeth/ Crossroads within a forestry Croesffordd o draciau o fewn planhigfa gonifferaidd.

A crossroads of tracks within a conifer plantation.
Croesffordd mewn coedwigaeth/ Crossroads within a forestry
Croesffordd o draciau o fewn planhigfa gonifferaidd. A crossroads of tracks within a conifer plantation.
Croesffordd mewn coedwigaeth / Crossroads within a forestry Croesffordd o draciau o fewn planhigfa gonifferaidd.

A crossroads of tracks within a conifer plantation.
Croesffordd mewn coedwigaeth / Crossroads within a forestry
Croesffordd o draciau o fewn planhigfa gonifferaidd. A crossroads of tracks within a conifer plantation.
Parish Road / Ffordd y Ffirad Llwybr troed cyhoeddus yn gadael Ffordd y Ffirad (Offeiriad).

A public footpath exits Parish Road.
Parish Road / Ffordd y Ffirad
Llwybr troed cyhoeddus yn gadael Ffordd y Ffirad (Offeiriad). A public footpath exits Parish Road.
Llwybr cyhoeddus i'r coed / Public footpath to woods Llwybr troed cyhoeddus yn mynd i mewn i'r coed.

A public footpath heads into the woods.
Llwybr cyhoeddus i'r coed / Public footpath to woods
Llwybr troed cyhoeddus yn mynd i mewn i'r coed. A public footpath heads into the woods.
Parish Road / Ffordd y Ffirad Ffordd y Ffirad (Offeiriad), hen heol  i Lyncorrwg.

Parish Road, and old thoroughfare to Glyncorrwg (trans. [river] Corrwg valley).
Parish Road / Ffordd y Ffirad
Ffordd y Ffirad (Offeiriad), hen heol i Lyncorrwg. Parish Road, and old thoroughfare to Glyncorrwg (trans. [river] Corrwg valley).
McDonald's, Blaengwrach Fast food restaurant off B4242 at roundabout on A465. There have been changes to the building's roof and immediate environs since 2011 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2571027">SN8605 : McDonald's near Glynneath</a>.
McDonald's, Blaengwrach
Fast food restaurant off B4242 at roundabout on A465. There have been changes to the building's roof and immediate environs since 2011 SN8605 : McDonald's near Glynneath.
Access road to McDonald's, Blaengwrach The road from the right comes off the B4242 and to the left goes to a sewage station. McDonald's <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7522981">SN8605 : McDonald's, Blaengwrach</a> is just out of shot to the right of the hedge.
Access road to McDonald's, Blaengwrach
The road from the right comes off the B4242 and to the left goes to a sewage station. McDonald's SN8605 : McDonald's, Blaengwrach is just out of shot to the right of the hedge.
Maes Gwyn Lock Maes Gwyn Lock on the Neath Canal. In the vegetation on the right is a small limekiln.
Maes Gwyn Lock
Maes Gwyn Lock on the Neath Canal. In the vegetation on the right is a small limekiln.
Open cast workings near Blaengwrach Viewed from a lay-by to the southeast.
I can't quite tell if this is the actual summit that has been stripped, or a huge spoil heap.
Open cast workings near Blaengwrach
Viewed from a lay-by to the southeast. I can't quite tell if this is the actual summit that has been stripped, or a huge spoil heap.
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Aber-pergwm is located at Grid Ref: SN8606 (Lat: 51.744045, Lng: -3.649163)

Unitary Authority: Neath Port Talbot

Police Authority: South Wales

Also known as: Aberpergwm

What 3 Words

///scouting.dynamic.emotional. Near Glyn-neath, Neath Port Talbot

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