Llan-saint

Settlement in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Llan-saint

Hillside view of Kidwelly and Trimsaran Looking back down at Kidwelly town from a field on the way to ferryside you can also see Trimsaran in the distance.
Hillside view of Kidwelly and Trimsaran Credit: Mike Williams

Llan-saint is a small village located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated in the picturesque Tywi Valley, it lies approximately 7 miles to the northeast of the town of Carmarthen.

The village is surrounded by rolling green hills and breathtaking natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The River Tywi flows nearby, offering opportunities for fishing and boating.

Llan-saint is steeped in history, with its origins dating back to the medieval period. The village is home to a historic church, St. Cewydd's Church, which is believed to have been built in the 12th century. The church is renowned for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings.

Despite its small size, Llan-saint has a close-knit community with a strong sense of community spirit. The village has a primary school, providing education to local children, and a community hall that serves as a social hub for various events and gatherings.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Brechfa Forest is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering miles of walking trails and mountain biking routes.

In terms of amenities, Llan-saint has a small shop and a pub, providing basic necessities and a place for locals and visitors to socialize. For a wider range of facilities, the town of Carmarthen is easily accessible, providing shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Overall, Llan-saint is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a rural escape and a taste of Welsh countryside living.

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Llan-saint Images

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Hillside view of Kidwelly and Trimsaran Looking back down at Kidwelly town from a field on the way to ferryside you can also see Trimsaran in the distance.
Hillside view of Kidwelly and Trimsaran
Looking back down at Kidwelly town from a field on the way to ferryside you can also see Trimsaran in the distance.
Broadlay, near Ferryside - site of early YHA hostel. Broadlay House once stood behind the gated wall, one mile south-east of Ferryside in Carmarthenshire. It served briefly as a YHA hostel in 1937-38, but was demolished some time about 1980.
Broadlay, near Ferryside - site of early YHA hostel.
Broadlay House once stood behind the gated wall, one mile south-east of Ferryside in Carmarthenshire. It served briefly as a YHA hostel in 1937-38, but was demolished some time about 1980.
Sunrise Reflections After the rain in the night, the sunrise.
Sunrise Reflections
After the rain in the night, the sunrise.
The Loughor Estuary Looking toward Pembrey Forest from the Loughor Holiday Park near Kidwelly.
The Loughor Estuary
Looking toward Pembrey Forest from the Loughor Holiday Park near Kidwelly.
Farmland near Llansaint
Farmland near Llansaint
Farmland near Llansaint Llansaint village is visible in the distance.
Farmland near Llansaint
Llansaint village is visible in the distance.
Llansaint village
Llansaint village
Defender of the crossroads When I found this pill box on a far from strategic crossroads I couldn't help but think of Dad's Army. The notice refers to a local horse-riding establishment.
Defender of the crossroads
When I found this pill box on a far from strategic crossroads I couldn't help but think of Dad's Army. The notice refers to a local horse-riding establishment.
Pen y banc, Broadway Broadway is a hamlet about 1/2 a mile from the village of Llansaint.
Pen y banc, Broadway
Broadway is a hamlet about 1/2 a mile from the village of Llansaint.
Looking towards the sea Farmland near Kidwelly. In the distance can be seen Gwendraeth, the mouth of Gwendraeth Fawr, as it reaches the sea at the same point as the Rivers Towy and Taf.
Looking towards the sea
Farmland near Kidwelly. In the distance can be seen Gwendraeth, the mouth of Gwendraeth Fawr, as it reaches the sea at the same point as the Rivers Towy and Taf.
Level crossing and entrance to Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park
Level crossing and entrance to Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park
Coleman Farm from Glan yr Afon
Coleman Farm from Glan yr Afon
View to the coast Looking south from near Pengay Farm over dairy pasture.
In the middle distance is the dark expanse of Pembrey Forest, and beyond that, the hills of The Gower.
View to the coast
Looking south from near Pengay Farm over dairy pasture. In the middle distance is the dark expanse of Pembrey Forest, and beyond that, the hills of The Gower.
Mud and marshes, Gwendraeth Fach estuary View from Kidwelly Quay. This is within the Carmarthen Bay and Estuaries Special Area of Conservation <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cbeems.org.uk/english/cbe_sac.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cbeems.org.uk/english/cbe_sac.html">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> .Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park can be seen in the distance, slightly right of centre.
Mud and marshes, Gwendraeth Fach estuary
View from Kidwelly Quay. This is within the Carmarthen Bay and Estuaries Special Area of Conservation LinkExternal link .Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park can be seen in the distance, slightly right of centre.
Mudflats and marshland View from the railway bridge.
Mudflats and marshland
View from the railway bridge.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost at the entrance to Poultry Farm. It marks a point 109.99m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost at the entrance to Poultry Farm. It marks a point 109.99m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the front of the Tabor Chapel. It marks a point 123.58m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the front of the Tabor Chapel. It marks a point 123.58m above mean sea level.
Looking South-east over the dunes of the Gwendraeth estuary The white building at left is part of the Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park.
Looking South-east over the dunes of the Gwendraeth estuary
The white building at left is part of the Carmarthen Bay Holiday Park.
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Llan-saint is located at Grid Ref: SN3808 (Lat: 51.748887, Lng: -4.338802)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Llansaint

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