Allt Walis

Hill, Mountain in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt Walis

Allt Walis is a prominent hill located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. With an elevation of approximately 391 meters (1,283 feet), it stands as an impressive landmark in the surrounding area. The hill is situated near the village of Pumsaint, making it easily accessible for visitors and locals alike.

Allt Walis offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. From its summit, one can admire the picturesque landscapes of Carmarthenshire, with rolling green hills, meandering rivers, and charming villages dotting the scenery. On clear days, it is even possible to catch a glimpse of the distant Brecon Beacons National Park.

The hill is covered in a mixture of vegetation, including grasses, heather, and scattered shrubs. These provide habitat for a variety of wildlife, such as birds and small mammals. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy exploring the hill's diverse flora and fauna while taking in the stunning vistas.

Allt Walis has a rich historical significance as well. It is believed to have been an important site during the Roman era, possibly serving as a lookout point or a defensive position. Archaeological excavations in the area have revealed remnants of Roman structures and artifacts, adding to the hill's cultural heritage.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Allt Walis offers several walking trails that cater to different levels of difficulty. These paths provide an opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of the hill while enjoying a leisurely hike or a more rigorous climb.

Overall, Allt Walis is a remarkable hill in Carmarthenshire, Wales, offering stunning views, diverse wildlife, and a glimpse into the region's rich history.

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Allt Walis Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.974126/-4.2766028 or Grid Reference SN4333. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cemetery at Troed y Rhiw Independent Chapel, Alltwalis

Eirian Evans

Field and hills north of Alltwallis

Eirian Evans

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the east parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 129.168m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Wayside plant sale

House in Alltwalis with plants for sale

Eirian Evans

Ty Coffi Mason Coffee House, Alltwalis

Eirian Evans

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the north parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 142.664m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on No2 Gran Villa. It marks a point 151.943m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost north side of the road. It marks a point 196.669m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ysgol Gynradd Alltwalis Junior School

Eirian Evans

Llwybr cyhoeddus Skanda Vale / Skanda Vale public footpath

Hen heol gart a arwain o Ffarm Cwm Creigiau Fawr i fyny at Ffarm Pengraigygigfran (wedi ei llyncu bellach gan goedwig goniferaidd). Mae Cwm Creigiau Fawr bellach yn deml adnabyddus a elwir yn Skanda Vale. Mae'r trac wedi cael ei israddio i lwybr cyhoeddus. An old cart track ascending from the former farm of Cwm Creigiau Fawr (valley of the rocks (river)) towards Pengraigygigfran Farm (Top of the raven's rock/hill). The latter has long been engulfed by a conifer plantation. Cwm Creigiau Fawr is today known as Skanda Vale, a well known religious temple. The track has been downgraded to a footpath.

Alan Richards

Llwybr drwy gae gwenith/ path through wheatfield

Llwybr cyhoeddus sy'n mynd drwy gae o wenith ar fryn a elwir yr Esgair rhwng Ffermydd Pantyllyn a safle hen Ffarm Penyresgair. Dengys Map OS 1831 taw hen heol ydoedd ond mae hi wedi hen golli ei bri. Dynoda hen fapiau hefyd y bodolai dair garn ar y gefnen a elwir 'Crugiau' ond does dim son amdanynt ar y mapiau modern. A public right of way goes through a field of wheat on a hill known as Yr Esgair (The Ridge) between Pantyllyn Farm and the site of the former Penyresgair Farm. The 1831 OS Map shows the path to be a highway but it has long been downgraded to a mere footpath. Old maps also show the existence of three cairns on the ridge known as 'Crugiau' (Mounds) but they do not appear on modern maps.

Alan Richards

Bus Stop Shelter and Public Convenience, with Post Box, Alltwalis

This combined Bus Stop Shelter and Public Convenience (Ladies to the left, Gents to the right) has a plaque recording that it was opened by Cllr J E Davies of the Newcastle Emlyn Rural District Council in 1974. 1974 is a significant date as it is the year that the Newcastle Emlyn Rural District Council was abolished as part of the local government reorganisation of that year. This shelter would have been provided as a permanent reminder of what rural communities will have lost when the large County of Dyfed was created with its lack of any true local focus. It is also a memorial that the RDC was probably blowed if it was going to have any cash reserves to pass on to the successor Authority, and so probably a number of small scale projects will have been funded for completion in early 1974 of which this would have been one.

George Causley