Talacharn

Settlement in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Talacharn

Bridge over Railsgate Pill, Laugharne The bridge has a very small waterway, presumably so that it can be blocked to prevent flooding due to very high tides. — Bridge over Railsgate Pill, Laugharne Credit: Humphrey Bolton

Talacharn is a small village located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Nestled in the scenic countryside, it is situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the town of Carmarthen. With a population of around 500, Talacharn offers a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents.

The village is renowned for its picturesque beauty, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is an ideal destination for nature lovers, offering numerous walking trails and cycling routes that showcase the stunning Welsh landscape. The nearby River Towy also provides opportunities for fishing and boating.

Talacharn has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement in the area dating back to the Iron Age. The village is home to a number of historic landmarks, including the Talacharn Castle ruins, which stand as a reminder of the area's medieval past. Additionally, the village boasts several traditional Welsh cottages, adding to its charm and character.

There are limited amenities within Talacharn, with the nearest shops, schools, and healthcare facilities located in nearby towns. However, the village does have a quaint local pub, The Talacharn Arms, which serves as a gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

Overall, Talacharn offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, making it an attractive place for those seeking a slower pace of life amidst the natural beauty of Carmarthenshire.

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Talacharn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.768754/-4.458106 or Grid Reference SN3010. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge over Railsgate Pill, Laugharne

The bridge has a very small waterway, presumably so that it can be blocked to prevent flooding due to very high tides.

Humphrey Bolton

Bend in the sea wall, Laugharne

The sea wall is not straight, but has a gradual curve from the northern end and then a sharper bend. It is an earth bank, protected by stone pitching on the seaward side.

Humphrey Bolton

Railsgate Pill, Laugharne

This is the name of the watercourse. The line of bushes on the left side probably marks the line of the tramway that carried limestone from the quarry at Coygan to boats below the bridge (from which this photograph was taken).

Humphrey Bolton

Path down from Sir John's Hill, Laugharne

This leads down to East Marsh. The boundary between the drained part and the salt marsh, formed by the sea wall, can be clearly seen in the distance.

Humphrey Bolton

Headland south of Laugharne

Sir John's Hill is cut short by the Taff estuary.

Humphrey Bolton

Salt marsh south of Laugharne

An intricate pattern of channels.

Humphrey Bolton

Mouth of Railsgate Pill, Laugharne

Although Railsgate Pill is hardly more than a drainage ditch for East Marsh, it has quite a broad mouth into the Taff Estuary.

Humphrey Bolton

Lower Marsh Laugharne

Marshland drained to make pasture. Seen from the sea wall. There is another embankment crossing the marsh in the distance, beyond which the land is called East Marsh. The limestone quarry at Coygan can be seen in the distance, and some wind turbines on the hill.

Humphrey Bolton

Pond at the bend in the sea wall, Lower Marsh, Laugharne

A pond on the map, but more a patch of rushes. Presumably at the lowest point of the field.

Humphrey Bolton

Salthouse

John Duckfield

A winter view - Salt marshes south of Laugharne

A popular spot for a photograph of the wonderful meanderings of the creeks across the salt marshes, but the difference in colours from summer to winter are to be appreciated here. The summer view is at SN3009 : Salt marsh south of Laugharne

Colin Vosper