Ceunant y Gwylliaid

Valley in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Ceunant y Gwylliaid

Minor road in Cwm Twrch
Minor road in Cwm Twrch Credit: Steven Brown

Ceunant y Gwylliaid, also known as Ceunant Gwylliaid, is a picturesque valley located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush countryside, the valley is renowned for its natural beauty and rich history.

The name "Ceunant y Gwylliaid" translates to "Valley of the Gwylliaid" in English, referring to the mythical Welsh tribe said to have once inhabited the area. The valley is characterized by its deep gorge, formed by the cascading waters of the Afon Ceunant River, which flows through the valley, creating stunning waterfalls along the way.

The flora and fauna in Ceunant y Gwylliaid are diverse and abundant, with a variety of plant species, including rare ferns and mosses, thriving in the damp and sheltered conditions of the valley. The valley is also home to an array of wildlife, such as otters, badgers, and a wide range of bird species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

Visitors to Ceunant y Gwylliaid can explore the valley by following the well-maintained footpaths that wind through the ancient woodlands and alongside the river. These paths offer breathtaking views of the waterfalls and the surrounding hills, providing a perfect setting for hiking and photography.

Additionally, the valley boasts historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and prehistoric remains scattered throughout the area. Archaeological sites, including burial mounds and standing stones, offer glimpses into the valley's past and its connection to early human habitation.

Overall, Ceunant y Gwylliaid is a truly enchanting destination, where visitors can immerse themselves in the beauty of nature while uncovering the mysteries of its historical heritage.

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Ceunant y Gwylliaid Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.716485/-3.5149156 or Grid Reference SH9714. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Minor road in Cwm Twrch
Minor road in Cwm Twrch
Minor road in Cwm Twrch
Minor road in Cwm Twrch
Gravel road towards Dyfnant Forest
Gravel road towards Dyfnant Forest
Minor road towards Foel
Minor road towards Foel
Tryfel Stones prehistoric stone row A double stone row measuring 10m long, including 16 mainly small and some medium-sized stones.  The row is orientated north to south and leads down slope from a cairn at the northern end. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/tryfel-stones/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/tryfel-stones/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Tryfel Stones prehistoric stone row
A double stone row measuring 10m long, including 16 mainly small and some medium-sized stones. The row is orientated north to south and leads down slope from a cairn at the northern end. LinkExternal link
Pen-y-coed "It rains a lot in Wales" is not good enough for the Environment Agency; they want it quantified. So they have created this rainfall measurement station (gorsaf mesur glaw) in the valley of Afon Twrch. The two rain gauges presumably connect to the green portaloo sized hut which relays the data back to base. [First image for this hectad - being the last non-coastal hectad in England and Wales to have images posted.]
Pen-y-coed
"It rains a lot in Wales" is not good enough for the Environment Agency; they want it quantified. So they have created this rainfall measurement station (gorsaf mesur glaw) in the valley of Afon Twrch. The two rain gauges presumably connect to the green portaloo sized hut which relays the data back to base. [First image for this hectad - being the last non-coastal hectad in England and Wales to have images posted.]
Afon Twrch After heavy rain this bridge becomes a ford.
Afon Twrch
After heavy rain this bridge becomes a ford.
Cwm Twrch One of countless disused and derelict chapels in Wales.
Cwm Twrch
One of countless disused and derelict chapels in Wales.
Road from Pen y Coed down to the Afon Twrch A very rough and stony road, despite being "yellow" on the map.
Road from Pen y Coed down to the Afon Twrch
A very rough and stony road, despite being "yellow" on the map.
Cattle grid in the valley of the Afon Twrch Remote valley to the south-west of Lake Vyrnwy.
Cattle grid in the valley of the Afon Twrch
Remote valley to the south-west of Lake Vyrnwy.
Afon Twrch A tributary of the Afon Banwy.
Afon Twrch
A tributary of the Afon Banwy.
Old style telephone box in Cwm Twrch The old style telephone boxes have often been retained in remote areas. Personally, I am not one to appreciate its supposed charm relative to the new model.
Old style telephone box in Cwm Twrch
The old style telephone boxes have often been retained in remote areas. Personally, I am not one to appreciate its supposed charm relative to the new model.
A good crop of rowan berries, Cwm Twrch Near Pen-y-coed in a remote valley off the Banwy valley.
A good crop of rowan berries, Cwm Twrch
Near Pen-y-coed in a remote valley off the Banwy valley.
Edge of Dyfnant Forest Forest gives way to farmland above the Banwy valley.
Edge of Dyfnant Forest
Forest gives way to farmland above the Banwy valley.
Field and fence in the Twrch valley
Field and fence in the Twrch valley
Rural crossroads This is a crossroads, with the drivable road going from north to west; the other two arms are muddy tracks.
Rural crossroads
This is a crossroads, with the drivable road going from north to west; the other two arms are muddy tracks.
Welsh hill farm I avoided shin-deep mud at the entrance to this field by a traverse along a gate. The sweeping views of hill farmland are what Wales is all about.
Welsh hill farm
I avoided shin-deep mud at the entrance to this field by a traverse along a gate. The sweeping views of hill farmland are what Wales is all about.
Across the moors towards Bryniau from point 390m Although it's unmarked on the 1:50,000 map, the larger scale map shows a spot height of 390m here, which appears to be the snow-covered lump just left of centre in the picture. It proved really tough ground to walk in the conditions - knee-deep snow covering soft tussock grass, through which every footstep broke, leaving me with frozen trousers and boots full of snow. How we suffer for our geographing...
Across the moors towards Bryniau from point 390m
Although it's unmarked on the 1:50,000 map, the larger scale map shows a spot height of 390m here, which appears to be the snow-covered lump just left of centre in the picture. It proved really tough ground to walk in the conditions - knee-deep snow covering soft tussock grass, through which every footstep broke, leaving me with frozen trousers and boots full of snow. How we suffer for our geographing...
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Ceunant y Gwylliaid is located at Grid Ref: SH9714 (Lat: 52.716485, Lng: -3.5149156)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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