Llanmadog

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Llanmadog

The Britannia Inn, Llanmadoc This is a pretty looking wayside pub with tables out front, beer garden to the rear and offering potential customers all the usual grog plus temptations such as Joe&#039;s ice cream, Ferrari&#039;s coffee and cream teas, cakes and teacakes, according to their various signage and A-boards. — The Britannia Inn, Llanmadoc Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Llanmadog is a village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. It sits on the Gower Peninsula, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Llanmadog is surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and stunning coastal views.

The village itself is small and picturesque, with a population of around 400 people. It is characterized by its charming traditional stone cottages and narrow winding lanes. Llanmadog has a strong sense of community, with a local church, a primary school, and a village hall serving as the heart of the community.

The natural beauty of Llanmadog and its surroundings make it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Llanmadoc Hill offers panoramic views of the peninsula and the sea, making it a favorite spot for hikers and walkers. The coastline is also a haven for wildlife, with various bird species and seals often spotted in the area.

For those interested in history, Llanmadog has a rich heritage. The village is home to several ancient burial sites and standing stones, indicating its long-standing human presence. It also has a connection to the famous Welsh poet, Dylan Thomas, who spent time in Llanmadog and drew inspiration from its natural beauty.

Overall, Llanmadog is a tranquil and idyllic village that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, community spirit, and historical significance. It is a hidden gem on the Gower Peninsula, inviting visitors to explore its scenic landscapes and immerse themselves in its rich cultural heritage.

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The Britannia Inn, Llanmadoc

This is a pretty looking wayside pub with tables out front, beer garden to the rear and offering potential customers all the usual grog plus temptations such as Joe's ice cream, Ferrari's coffee and cream teas, cakes and teacakes, according to their various signage and A-boards.

Jeremy Bolwell

What will the neighbours say?

When out walking I never quite know what may catch my imagination and my eye and today I saw an ex-British military ambulance parked on a hard standing (possibly once a greenhouse foundation) in this garden, stripped of its cam pattern and presumably awaiting exterior restoration.

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The village green in Llanmadoc

The old village green remains in the centre of the village, raised above the road and surmounted by a Horse-Chestnut tree to the right. The large imposing white house is the old vicarage.

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The church of Saint Madoc, Llanmadoc

Saint Madoc a Celtic saint is said to have founded a church on or near this site in the 6th century. This church building seems to have 13th century origins and was 'restored' by the Victorians in 1865.

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Entrance to the National Trust site at Cwm Ivy

The footpath passes through the smaller gate here and enters the Cwm Ivy estate area.

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Part of Cwm Ivy Marsh

The marsh is fenced off here and is grazed by a herd of cattle. The marsh meadows are bisected by drainage ditches and contain large reed beds and various habitat areas, including some old stands of pines and firs. A footpath circumnavigates the whole marsh.

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Shaded path on the edge of Cwm Ivy Marsh

The mature fir trees provide a shaded avenue that carries the footpath around this section of the marshes.

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On the edge of The Groose salt marsh

This vast flat salt marsh area is pretty densely dotted with happily grazing sheep and lambs. I bet the meat is fantastic when ready.

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Part of Cwm Ivy Marsh

The cattle that graze the marsh meadows can be seen in the distance.

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Footpath onto Llanmadoc Hill

The footpath here ascends onto the open moorland of the hill and offers views over the rooftops of Llanmadoc and Cwm Ivy towards the glorious Loughor Estuary.

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View from the footpath up to The Bulwark on Llanmadoc Hill

The Foxgloves are growing tall above the young bracken, skylarks sing and a strong onshore breeze is fresh in my face.

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View northwards from The Bulwark on Llanmadoc Hill

The old Iron Age ditch and ramparts of The Bulwark are an exceptional spot from which to take in the huge views on all sides. In this shot the view is northwards over the villages of Llanmadoc and Cwm Ivy to Cwm Ivt Tor, Whiteford Burrows and beach and the sandbanks and waters of the Loughor Estuary and to Burry Port on the other shore.

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One of the cairns on Llanmadoc Hill, Gower

This is just one of around a dozen or so Bronze Age burial cairns on this hill. What a spot. It commands massive views along the coastline, especially to the north and north west, and also inland to the mountains of South Wales.

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The trig point on Llanmadoc Hill, Gower

This trig point has exceptional coastal views, which include Worms Head and Rhossili Down seen here.

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Young ferns and bracken beside the path below Llanmadoc Hill

The path here contours around the hill.

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View northwards from the footpath below Llanmadoc Hill

The footpath here follows the edge of the hillside and its open moorland and looks down over fields towards one of several static caravan parks in this area of Gower. Wonderfully sited, they all back major beaches. This one is near Broughton Bay.

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A well maintained little lane near Llanmadoc

This little lane carries a footpath and is in exceptionally good nick; the stone wall in intact, the brambles are cut back, there are no trip hazards and the fence is not overgrown. Maybe it is someone's shortcut back from the pub of a night?

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