Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn

Settlement in Cardiganshire

Wales

Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn

The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street Viewed from the path to Llandre. — The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street Credit: John Lucas

Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn is a small village located in the county of Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated in the picturesque Ceredigion region, the village is nestled amidst the rolling hills and lush green countryside of western Wales.

The name Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn translates to "Saint Michael's Church in the Valley of the Glyn" in English, reflecting the village's historical ties to the local parish church. The village itself is characterized by its charming and peaceful atmosphere, with a close-knit community that takes pride in its Welsh heritage.

Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, with the nearby Glyn Valley offering breathtaking views and numerous hiking trails for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is also home to a few traditional Welsh cottages and farms, showcasing the rural lifestyle that has been a part of the area's identity for centuries.

Despite its small size, Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn has a rich historical background. The parish church, dedicated to St. Michael, is a prominent feature of the village and dates back to the 13th century. The church's architecture and intricate details provide a glimpse into the area's medieval past.

Today, Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn remains a peaceful and idyllic village, attracting visitors seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of the Welsh countryside. Its natural beauty and historical significance make it a charming destination for those looking to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes of Cardiganshire.

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Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.462952/-4.024199 or Grid Reference SN6286. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street Viewed from the path to Llandre.

The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street

Viewed from the path to Llandre.

Ruel-uchaf [farm] Viewed from the path from Bow Street to Landre.

Ruel-uchaf [farm]

Viewed from the path from Bow Street to Landre.

The old road from Bow Street to Llandre Now a public access footpath.

The old road from Bow Street to Llandre

Now a public access footpath.

You have been warned! Sheep and dogs don&#039;t mix.

You have been warned!

Sheep and dogs don't mix.

Pen-y-garn houses North of Bow Street. On the right is Capel y Garn, a Grade II listed Presbyterian Church (services in Welsh).

Pen-y-garn houses

North of Bow Street. On the right is Capel y Garn, a Grade II listed Presbyterian Church (services in Welsh).

Approaching Ruel-isaf A farm in the hills above Bow Street. A public path runs through the yard.

Approaching Ruel-isaf

A farm in the hills above Bow Street. A public path runs through the yard.

Tin barn at Ruel-isaf The public path to Llandre runs through the farmyard here (after negotiating the &#039;water-hazard&#039; in the lower half of the view!).

Tin barn at Ruel-isaf

The public path to Llandre runs through the farmyard here (after negotiating the 'water-hazard' in the lower half of the view!).

A glimpse of Pen-y-garn From the public route between Bow Street and Llandre, near Ruel-isaf farm.

A glimpse of Pen-y-garn

From the public route between Bow Street and Llandre, near Ruel-isaf farm.

On the lane near Ruel-uchaf farm An old route between Bow Street and Llandre.

On the lane near Ruel-uchaf farm

An old route between Bow Street and Llandre.

Cottages on the lane above Llandre On the old road from Bow Street to Llandre.

Cottages on the lane above Llandre

On the old road from Bow Street to Llandre.

Footpath leading to Castell Gwallter Up the hill from Llandre.

Footpath leading to Castell Gwallter

Up the hill from Llandre.

Houses in Llandre

Houses in Llandre

Entrance to lower Llandre Cemetery The graveyard is very extensive, older burials being on the hill behind the camera, by St Michael&#039;s Church. The cemetery is extremely well documented and can be found here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.llandre.org.uk/en/churchyard.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.llandre.org.uk/en/churchyard.php">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>

Entrance to lower Llandre Cemetery

The graveyard is very extensive, older burials being on the hill behind the camera, by St Michael's Church. The cemetery is extremely well documented and can be found here: Link

A view over Llandre The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK">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>

A view over Llandre

The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: Link

The harvest is in Fields at Llandre.

The harvest is in

Fields at Llandre.

Llandre Church Dedicated to St Michael, Church in Wales. The church is set on a steep hillside as is its original associated graveyard. Coed Tyddyn stands behind.

Llandre Church

Dedicated to St Michael, Church in Wales. The church is set on a steep hillside as is its original associated graveyard. Coed Tyddyn stands behind.

Gate on the old road from Landre to Borth Now a public path.

Gate on the old road from Landre to Borth

Now a public path.

Road in Llandre Leads to a public path which leads over the hills to Borth. The metalled road joins another just ahead and forms a very sharp &#039;V&#039; junction.

Road in Llandre

Leads to a public path which leads over the hills to Borth. The metalled road joins another just ahead and forms a very sharp 'V' junction.

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Llanfihangel-geneu'r-glyn is located at Grid Ref: SN6286 (Lat: 52.462952, Lng: -4.024199)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Llandre

What 3 Words

///shaves.crusaders.crucially. Near Bow Street, Ceredigion

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Located within 500m of 52.462952,-4.024199

Llandre

Is In: Ceredigion, Wales, UK

Name Cy: Llanfihangel Genau'r Glyn

Old Name: Llanfihangel Castell Gwallter

Place: village

Population: 679

Source: local_knowledge;www.neighbourhood.statistics.gov.uk/dissemination/LeadKeyFigures.do?a=7&b=11123704&c=SY24+5BU&d=16&e=62&g=6491403&i=1001x1003x1032x1004&m=0&r=0&s=1431269506200&enc=1

Wikidata: Q3401728

Wikipedia: en:Llandre

Lat/Long: 52.4628424/-4.0238848

Railway: level_crossing

Source: local_knowledge

Lat/Long: 52.4628845/-4.0244862

Railway: level_crossing

Source: local_knowledge

Lat/Long: 52.4587265/-4.024336

Post Box

Operator: Royal Mail

Post Box Mounting: pier

Post Box Type: lamp

Ref: SY24 140

Lat/Long: 52.4624743/-4.024177

Building: yes

Lat/Long: 52.4662165/-4.0272147

Bus Stop

Llandre

Bench: yes

Bin: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 5230WDB23427

Naptan NaptanCode: cejgdaw

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Lat/Long: 52.4628872/-4.0240838

Bus Stop

Llandre

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 5230AWD71688

Naptan NaptanCode: cejawpd

Public Transport: platform

Lat/Long: 52.4626158/-4.0242089

Place Of Worship

Capel Bethlehem

Denomination: presbyterian

Religion: christian

Wikidata: Q99448520

Lat/Long: 52.4627316/-4.0254127

Llandre

Disused Railway: station

Old Name: Llanfihangel

Railway: site

Lat/Long: 52.4626484/-4.0245073

Direction: SSE

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: 52.4645061/-4.0215325

Direction: 145

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 16

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.4646483/-4.0212214

Direction: SSE

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Solar Modules: 8

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 52.4663641/-4.0193841

Direction: SSE

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: 52.4653559/-4.022415

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

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