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Mynydd Dimlaith

Hill, Mountain in Monmouthshire

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Mynydd Dimlaith

Temporary traffic lights, Llanbradach At the north end of Plas Cae Llwyd on October 26th 2021 on the approach to the Station Road junction. The red sign shows "WHEN RED LIGHT SHOWS WAIT HERE" and the Welsh equivalent.
Temporary traffic lights, Llanbradach Credit: Jaggery

Mynydd Dimlaith is a prominent hill located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated within the Brecon Beacons National Park, it forms part of the Black Mountains range. With an elevation of approximately 613 meters (2,011 feet), it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its diverse terrain, featuring gentle slopes, rocky outcrops, and heather-covered moorland. Its distinctive shape and prominent position make it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers. The summit provides a vantage point from which visitors can observe the stunning landscapes of Monmouthshire, Powys, and Herefordshire.

Mynydd Dimlaith is known for its rich biodiversity, supporting a variety of plant and animal species. The heather moorland is home to numerous bird species, including red grouse, skylarks, and buzzards. Rare plants such as the whorled caraway and purple saxifrage can also be found on the hill.

The area surrounding Mynydd Dimlaith offers a range of recreational activities. Hiking and walking trails cater to different skill levels, providing opportunities for both leisurely strolls and challenging treks. The hill is also a popular spot for paragliding and hang gliding, attracting adventure-seekers from all over.

Mynydd Dimlaith is easily accessible, with various access points and parking facilities available nearby. It is a cherished natural landmark in Monmouthshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Welsh countryside and experience the tranquility of the Black Mountains.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.60358/-3.2191221 or Grid Reference ST1590. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Temporary traffic lights, Llanbradach At the north end of Plas Cae Llwyd on October 26th 2021 on the approach to the Station Road junction. The red sign shows "WHEN RED LIGHT SHOWS WAIT HERE" and the Welsh equivalent.
Temporary traffic lights, Llanbradach
At the north end of Plas Cae Llwyd on October 26th 2021 on the approach to the Station Road junction. The red sign shows "WHEN RED LIGHT SHOWS WAIT HERE" and the Welsh equivalent.
Down Station Road, Llanbradach Station Road descends towards High Street Llanbradach
Down Station Road, Llanbradach
Station Road descends towards High Street Llanbradach
Electricity substation, Station Road, Llanbradach The Western Power Distribution electricity substation is inside a fenced enclosure near the corner of Plas Cae Llwyd. Its identifier is LLANBRADACH CINEMA S/S 542371. There is no cinema in Llanbradach at the October 2021 date of this photo. The name may be a reference to the Empire Cinema which closed c1960.
Electricity substation, Station Road, Llanbradach
The Western Power Distribution electricity substation is inside a fenced enclosure near the corner of Plas Cae Llwyd. Its identifier is LLANBRADACH CINEMA S/S 542371. There is no cinema in Llanbradach at the October 2021 date of this photo. The name may be a reference to the Empire Cinema which closed c1960.
Gas installation on a Llanbradach corner Wales & West Utilities gas installation on the corner of Plas Cae Llwyd and Station Road.
Gas installation on a Llanbradach corner
Wales & West Utilities gas installation on the corner of Plas Cae Llwyd and Station Road.
Warning sign - pedestrians, Station Road, Llanbradach On the approach to Llanbradach station platform 2. Platform 1 is accessed via the road named Plas Cae Llwyd. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7003718" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7003718">Link</a>
Warning sign - pedestrians, Station Road, Llanbradach
On the approach to Llanbradach station platform 2. Platform 1 is accessed via the road named Plas Cae Llwyd. Link
Llanbradach Cinema electricity substation Western Power Distribution electricity substation viewed through the railings here. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7003684" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7003684">Link</a>
Llanbradach Cinema electricity substation
Western Power Distribution electricity substation viewed through the railings here. Link
Up Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach From the south side of Station Road, Plas Cae Llwyd ascends towards the entrance to Llanbradach station platform 1.
Up Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach
From the south side of Station Road, Plas Cae Llwyd ascends towards the entrance to Llanbradach station platform 1.
Red box on a pole, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach The box is for dog waste only.
Red box on a pole, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach
The box is for dog waste only.
Fallen leaves, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach Viewed on October 26th 2021.
Fallen leaves, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach
Viewed on October 26th 2021.
Brick housing, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach Opposite Llanbradach railway station.
Brick housing, Plas Cae Llwyd, Llanbradach
Opposite Llanbradach railway station.
769002 leaving Llanbradach station platform 2 Northbound Transport for Wales Class 769 diesel multiple unit viewed in October 2021.
769002 leaving Llanbradach station platform 2
Northbound Transport for Wales Class 769 diesel multiple unit viewed in October 2021.
Across Station Road railway bridge, Llanbradach Looking across the top of this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6018202" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6018202">Link</a> bridge from Llanbradach station platform 2.
Across Station Road railway bridge, Llanbradach
Looking across the top of this Link bridge from Llanbradach station platform 2.
South along platform 2, Llanbradach station For northbound trains (to Ystrad Mynach, Bargoed, Rhymney etc.) Platform 1 for southbound trains is behind the footbridge in the background.
South along platform 2, Llanbradach station
For northbound trains (to Ystrad Mynach, Bargoed, Rhymney etc.) Platform 1 for southbound trains is behind the footbridge in the background.
150237 approaching Llanbradach station platform 1 Southbound Transport for Wales Class 150 diesel multiple unit viewed from platform 2 in October 2021.
150237 approaching Llanbradach station platform 1
Southbound Transport for Wales Class 150 diesel multiple unit viewed from platform 2 in October 2021.
Bilingual notice at the northern end of platform 2, Llanbradach station Showing "Passengers must not cross the line" and "Warning - Do not trespass on the Railway. Penalty £1000" The text is also in Welsh.
Bilingual notice at the northern end of platform 2, Llanbradach station
Showing "Passengers must not cross the line" and "Warning - Do not trespass on the Railway. Penalty £1000" The text is also in Welsh.
Railway north of Llanbradach station Next station ahead is Ystrad Mynach.
Railway north of Llanbradach station
Next station ahead is Ystrad Mynach.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This damaged OS rivet can be found on the rock outcrop at the track and road junction. It marked a point 178.588m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This damaged OS rivet can be found on the rock outcrop at the track and road junction. It marked a point 178.588m above mean sea level.
Coal train at Llanbradach Class 66 locomotive No. 66190 passes Llanbradach station with a loaded coal train from Cwmbargoed to Margam. It is passing beneath the historic station footbridge, which was recently closed as a result of being struck by a machine during track maintenance work.
Coal train at Llanbradach
Class 66 locomotive No. 66190 passes Llanbradach station with a loaded coal train from Cwmbargoed to Margam. It is passing beneath the historic station footbridge, which was recently closed as a result of being struck by a machine during track maintenance work.
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Mynydd Dimlaith is located at Grid Ref: ST1590 (Lat: 51.60358, Lng: -3.2191221)

Unitary Authority: Caerphilly

Police Authority: Gwent

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