Chapel Pill

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Monmouthshire

Wales

Chapel Pill

Drain by Saltmarsh Lane The Wales Coast path runs along the Lane. — Drain by Saltmarsh Lane Credit: M J Roscoe

Chapel Pill is a small inlet located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated along the Severn Estuary, it is characterized by its picturesque natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. The area consists of a sea, estuary, and creek, making it an ideal spot for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a tranquil escape.

The sea surrounding Chapel Pill offers stunning views and opportunities for recreational activities such as swimming and boating. The estuary, formed by the River Severn, provides a unique habitat for various species of birds, fish, and marine life. The mudflats and salt marshes that line the estuary are of particular importance for migratory birds, making it a popular spot for birdwatching.

Chapel Pill Creek, a small waterway that flows into the estuary, adds to the charm of the area. The creek is surrounded by lush vegetation, creating a serene atmosphere for visitors to enjoy. Exploring the creek by kayak or canoe allows for a closer look at the diverse flora and fauna that thrive in this ecosystem.

The beauty of Chapel Pill is further enhanced by its surrounding landscape. The rolling hills and green meadows provide a scenic backdrop for the estuary and creek. The area is also steeped in history, with remnants of an ancient chapel that once stood near the creek, giving Chapel Pill its name.

Overall, Chapel Pill in Monmouthshire offers a unique blend of sea, estuary, and creek, making it an idyllic destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Chapel Pill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.541958/-2.9136023 or Grid Reference ST3682. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Drain by Saltmarsh Lane The Wales Coast path runs along the Lane.

Drain by Saltmarsh Lane

The Wales Coast path runs along the Lane.

Elmtree Farm, Saltmarsh Lane The closed gates and the appearance of the buildings and their surroundings suggest that they may be disused.

Elmtree Farm, Saltmarsh Lane

The closed gates and the appearance of the buildings and their surroundings suggest that they may be disused.

Gates onto Saltmarsh Grasslands Wales Coast Path leaves Saltmarsh Lane and enters part of the Newport Wetlands NNR.

Gates onto Saltmarsh Grasslands

Wales Coast Path leaves Saltmarsh Lane and enters part of the Newport Wetlands NNR.

Gated footbridge on Wales Coast Path The footbridge leads to a high wooden fence (a screen?); the public footpath turns to the left and runs between a hedge and the fence.

Gated footbridge on Wales Coast Path

The footbridge leads to a high wooden fence (a screen?); the public footpath turns to the left and runs between a hedge and the fence.

Gated footbridge to field The Wales Coast Path leaves the corridor between hedge and high wooden fence and turns right into a grass field.

Gated footbridge to field

The Wales Coast Path leaves the corridor between hedge and high wooden fence and turns right into a grass field.

Redhouse Hide, Saltmarsh Grasslands Elevated hide giving panoramic views over the Newport Wetlands NNR.

Redhouse Hide, Saltmarsh Grasslands

Elevated hide giving panoramic views over the Newport Wetlands NNR.

View towards Gold Cliff from Redhouse Hide Saltmarsh Grasslands.

View towards Gold Cliff from Redhouse Hide

Saltmarsh Grasslands.

Looking southwest from Redhouse Hide Saltmarsh Grasslands.

Looking southwest from Redhouse Hide

Saltmarsh Grasslands.

Corner of mown grass field The Wales Coast Path runs from the waymarker post along the edge of the field to the right, seen from Redhouse Hide in the opposite corner of the field.

Corner of mown grass field

The Wales Coast Path runs from the waymarker post along the edge of the field to the right, seen from Redhouse Hide in the opposite corner of the field.

Gated footbridge between grass fields Wales Coast Path on public footpath, Saltmarsh Grasslands.

Gated footbridge between grass fields

Wales Coast Path on public footpath, Saltmarsh Grasslands.

Gated footbridge to track Wales Coast Path crosses the wooden bridge and turns left on to the track to Goldcliff Road.

Gated footbridge to track

Wales Coast Path crosses the wooden bridge and turns left on to the track to Goldcliff Road.

Track into Saltmarsh Grasslands from Goldcliff Road The Wales Coast Path turns right off the track to the footbridge <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6935726">ST3583 : Gated footbridge to track</a>. The bilingual notice on the gate says, &#039;Wildlife refuge area No Access&#039;.

Track into Saltmarsh Grasslands from Goldcliff Road

The Wales Coast Path turns right off the track to the footbridge ST3583 : Gated footbridge to track. The bilingual notice on the gate says, 'Wildlife refuge area No Access'.

Track out of nature reserve to Goldcliff Road The Wales Coast Path on the track leaves the Saltmarsh Grasslands and turns right on to the road.

Track out of nature reserve to Goldcliff Road

The Wales Coast Path on the track leaves the Saltmarsh Grasslands and turns right on to the road.

Moorlands, Goldcliff Road Detached house in the countryside.

Moorlands, Goldcliff Road

Detached house in the countryside.

Gates on Boat Road The Wales Coast Path, from Goldcliff Road, goes through the left gate on a restricted byway.

Gates on Boat Road

The Wales Coast Path, from Goldcliff Road, goes through the left gate on a restricted byway.

Boat Road, Newport Wetlands NNR The Wales Coast Path goes along the lane through the Saltmarsh Grasslands towards the tidal Goldcliff Pill.

Boat Road, Newport Wetlands NNR

The Wales Coast Path goes along the lane through the Saltmarsh Grasslands towards the tidal Goldcliff Pill.

Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road The sign on the left says, &#039;Redwick 5km&#039;; the right hand post has a bridle path sign. The Wales Coast Path comes along the road and turns right on to the byway.

Signposts at junction of byway and Goldcliff Road

The sign on the left says, 'Redwick 5km'; the right hand post has a bridle path sign. The Wales Coast Path comes along the road and turns right on to the byway.

Monks' Ditch above sluice, Level Common Viewed from Wales Coast Path.

Monks' Ditch above sluice, Level Common

Viewed from Wales Coast Path.

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Chapel Pill is located at Grid Ref: ST3682 (Lat: 51.541958, Lng: -2.9136023)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.541958,-2.9136023

Goldcliff

Is In City: Newport

Is In Historic County: Monmouthshire

Name Cy: Allteuryn

Name En: Goldcliff

Place: village

Source: npe

Lat/Long: 51.5433853/-2.9151268

Parking

Lat/Long: 51.5411472/-2.9104634

Leisure: bird_hide

Lat/Long: 51.5399681/-2.9104009

Leisure: bird_hide

Lat/Long: 51.538572/-2.9097919

Direction: 170

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 13

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 51.5428388/-2.9157436

Direction: 265

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 14

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 51.5428638/-2.9173932

Pub

The Farmers Arms

Addr City: Goldcliff

Addr Postcode: NP18 2AU

Addr Street: Goldcliff Road

Email: craigleith629@gmail.com

Opening Hours: Mo Off; Tu-Th 12:00-22:30; Fr-Sa 12:00-23:00; Su 12:00-21:00

Phone: +44 1633 495 295

Website: http://www.thefarmersarms-goldcliff.foodanddrinksites.co.uk/

Lat/Long: 51.5430775/-2.9163978

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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