Cwm yr Aber

Valley in Glamorgan

Wales

Cwm yr Aber

Caerphilly Castle Caerphilly Castle from across the water
Caerphilly Castle Credit: Colin Prosser

Cwm yr Aber is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the heart of the Glamorgan Valley, the village is nestled between rolling hills and picturesque countryside. With a population of around 500 residents, Cwm yr Aber retains a close-knit community feel.

The village is known for its stunning natural beauty, with the nearby River Aber flowing through the valley, providing a tranquil setting for residents and visitors alike. The surrounding hills offer breathtaking views of the countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Cwm yr Aber has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the prehistoric era. The area has been inhabited for centuries and was once a thriving coal mining community during the industrial revolution. Today, remnants of the village's mining past can still be seen, adding to its cultural and historical significance.

Despite its small size, Cwm yr Aber boasts a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local pub, village hall, and a primary school. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Cwm yr Aber is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle. With its natural beauty, rich history, and strong community spirit, it is a place that holds immense appeal for both residents and visitors.

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Cwm yr Aber Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.583107/-3.243832 or Grid Reference ST1387. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Caerphilly Castle Caerphilly Castle from across the water
Caerphilly Castle
Caerphilly Castle from across the water
Caerphilly Castle and moat. The south side of the castle.
Caerphilly Castle and moat.
The south side of the castle.
Caerphilly Castle moat The east side of the castle.
Caerphilly Castle moat
The east side of the castle.
150208 leaving Aber station, Caerphilly Transport for Wales Class 150 diesel multiple unit viewed in October 2021.
150208 leaving Aber station, Caerphilly
Transport for Wales Class 150 diesel multiple unit viewed in October 2021.
Platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly This platform is for trains to Bargoed and Rhymney. Platform 1 on the left is for trains to Cardiff and Penarth. Next station ahead is Caerphilly. In 2021 the unstaffed Aber station (Station Code ABE) is managed by Transport for Wales.
Platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly
This platform is for trains to Bargoed and Rhymney. Platform 1 on the left is for trains to Cardiff and Penarth. Next station ahead is Caerphilly. In 2021 the unstaffed Aber station (Station Code ABE) is managed by Transport for Wales.
Passenger shelter on Platform 1, Aber station, Caerphilly Platform 1 is for trains to Cardiff and Penarth. Next station ahead is Caerphilly. In 2021 the unstaffed Aber station (Station Code ABE) is managed by Transport for Wales.
Passenger shelter on Platform 1, Aber station, Caerphilly
Platform 1 is for trains to Cardiff and Penarth. Next station ahead is Caerphilly. In 2021 the unstaffed Aber station (Station Code ABE) is managed by Transport for Wales.
Notices at the northern end of platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly At the top of the path descending to the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Notices at the northern end of platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly
At the top of the path descending to the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Exit path from platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly Descending to the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Exit path from platform 2, Aber station, Caerphilly
Descending to the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Towards a bend in the railway near Aber station, Caerphilly Viewed from Aber station platform 2 looking towards the top of the bridge carrying the railway over the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Towards a bend in the railway near Aber station, Caerphilly
Viewed from Aber station platform 2 looking towards the top of the bridge carrying the railway over the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Stagecoach bus 36773, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly On the B4600 Nantgarw Road in October 2021.
Stagecoach bus 36773, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly
On the B4600 Nantgarw Road in October 2021.
Dark green telecoms cabinets alongside the B4600, Caerphilly On the south side of the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
Dark green telecoms cabinets alongside the B4600, Caerphilly
On the south side of the B4600 Nantgarw Road.
West side of Nantgarw Road railway bridge, Caerphilly Immediately north of Aber station, the bridge carries a two-track railway over the B4600 Nantgarw Road. Headroom shown is 14' 3". Ahead for Caerphilly town centre.
West side of Nantgarw Road railway bridge, Caerphilly
Immediately north of Aber station, the bridge carries a two-track railway over the B4600 Nantgarw Road. Headroom shown is 14' 3". Ahead for Caerphilly town centre.
Yellow sign on a grassy bank, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly Text in view in October 2021 is "Carpet Castle" "ARTIFICIAL GRASS" and "REMNANTS SALE"
Yellow sign on a grassy bank, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly
Text in view in October 2021 is "Carpet Castle" "ARTIFICIAL GRASS" and "REMNANTS SALE"
Park & ride car park direction sign, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly The sign on the south side of the B4600 Nantgarw Road points towards Aber railway station car park. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6022389" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6022389">Link</a> The sign shows 130 parking spaces. The top of the Aber station name sign is on the right.
Park & ride car park direction sign, Nantgarw Road, Caerphilly
The sign on the south side of the B4600 Nantgarw Road points towards Aber railway station car park. Link The sign shows 130 parking spaces. The top of the Aber station name sign is on the right.
Caerphilly Castle View of Caerphilly Castle from Caerphilly mountain.
Caerphilly Castle
View of Caerphilly Castle from Caerphilly mountain.
Coal train at Aber Class 66 locomotive No. 66160 approaches Aber station with a loaded coal train from Cwmbargoed, bound for Margam.
Coal train at Aber
Class 66 locomotive No. 66160 approaches Aber station with a loaded coal train from Cwmbargoed, bound for Margam.
Car park off Crescent Road, Caerphilly with damaged bin The leftmost bin has been hit by a vehicle (with some force!)
Car park off Crescent Road, Caerphilly with damaged bin
The leftmost bin has been hit by a vehicle (with some force!)
Pedestrian bridge, surroundings of Caerphilly Castle Were the ducks waiting to cross?
Pedestrian bridge, surroundings of Caerphilly Castle
Were the ducks waiting to cross?
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Cwm yr Aber is located at Grid Ref: ST1387 (Lat: 51.583107, Lng: -3.243832)

Unitary Authority: Caerphilly

Police Authority: Gwent

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Mini Roundabout
Lat/Long: 51.5848367/-3.242134
Penyrheol
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
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Addr City: Caerphilly
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Addr Street: Morlais Court
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Addr City: Caerphilly
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Note: drive now may go to Caenavon Court in the future. Premission has been granted but no works begun surveyed in the last few days.
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Wikidata: Q29491599
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Hendredenny
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Wikidata: Q107033316
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Bus Stop
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¿Hendredenny Park Primary School?
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Tesco Express
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Hendre Schools
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Hendre Schools
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Brookside Close
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Brookside Close
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
The Bowls
Bus: yes
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Thomasville
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
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Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
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Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Caernarvon Court
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Caerleon Court
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
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Fuel
Texaco
Brand: Texaco
Brand Wikidata: Q775060
Operator: Motor Fuel Group
Operator Website: https://www.motorfuelgroup.com/locations/caerphilly-fs141/
Operator Wikidata: Q107271358
Website: https://locations.valero.com/en-gb/LocationDetails/Index/ST-CENYDD-ROAD/0000887220
Lat/Long: 51.5825074/-3.2412592
Post Box
Mapillary: 3111692005732114
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Mounting: stone_wall
Post Box Type: wall
Lat/Long: 51.5846211/-3.2419698
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