Pen-y-Bont

Settlement in Cardiganshire

Wales

Pen-y-Bont

The new Bow Street interchange I find it very convenient as it is just a short drive from my house, but generally, the current lack of use does cause one to question the expenditure on the development. Maybe usage will increase when normality returns after covid. — The new Bow Street interchange Credit: John Lucas

Pen-y-Bont is a small village located in the county of Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated on the western coast of the country, it is nestled between the rolling hills and the stunning Cardigan Bay. The village is located approximately 4 miles south of Aberystwyth, the largest town in the area.

The name Pen-y-Bont translates to "end of the bridge," reflecting the village's location at the southern end of the historic stone bridge that spans the River Ystwyth. This bridge has been a vital crossing point for centuries and serves as a connection between Pen-y-Bont and the neighboring communities.

The village itself is charming and picturesque, with a population of around 500 residents. It has maintained its traditional Welsh character, with many of the buildings reflecting the local architectural style. The surrounding landscape is characterized by lush green fields, wooded areas, and the nearby mountains, providing breathtaking views.

Despite its small size, Pen-y-Bont has a strong sense of community, with a range of amenities available for residents and visitors. These include a local pub, a primary school, a village hall, and a post office. The village also benefits from regular bus services, providing convenient connections to larger towns nearby.

The area around Pen-y-Bont offers a wealth of outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The beautiful coastline of Cardigan Bay is within easy reach, providing opportunities for beach walks, water sports, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Pen-y-Bont is a tranquil and idyllic village, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the natural beauty of Cardiganshire.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.433715/-4.056841 or Grid Reference SN6083. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The new Bow Street interchange I find it very convenient as it is just a short drive from my house, but generally, the current lack of use does cause one to question the expenditure on the development. Maybe usage will increase when normality returns after covid.

The new Bow Street interchange

I find it very convenient as it is just a short drive from my house, but generally, the current lack of use does cause one to question the expenditure on the development. Maybe usage will increase when normality returns after covid.

A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station

A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station

Road junction south of Bow Street The A4159 road joining the A487. This is a revised layout, it previously being a &#039;Y&#039; junction. The layout was changed as part of the development of the new Bow Street railway station between 2018 and 2021.

Road junction south of Bow Street

The A4159 road joining the A487. This is a revised layout, it previously being a 'Y' junction. The layout was changed as part of the development of the new Bow Street railway station between 2018 and 2021.

On Bow Street station platform Over an hour until the next train. The hourly service on the Aberystwyth line, promised by Transport for Wales when it gained the franchise and due to start this year, has now been delayed until 2024. It would appear that TFW has not explained the change.

On Bow Street station platform

Over an hour until the next train. The hourly service on the Aberystwyth line, promised by Transport for Wales when it gained the franchise and due to start this year, has now been delayed until 2024. It would appear that TFW has not explained the change.

The A487 road Viewed from Bow Street station entrance.

The A487 road

Viewed from Bow Street station entrance.

Early evening - Bow Street station

Early evening - Bow Street station

Tree clearance at Bow Street A lot of Network Rail activity taking place at Bow Street, with lineside trees being removed. Possibly to reduce the incidence of the dreaded &#039;leaves on the line&#039;.

Tree clearance at Bow Street

A lot of Network Rail activity taking place at Bow Street, with lineside trees being removed. Possibly to reduce the incidence of the dreaded 'leaves on the line'.

A TrawsCymru bus passes by the 'Hell House' at Bow Street The bus is nearing completion of its journey from Bangor to Aberystwyth, running as the TrawsCymru T2 service.

For an explanation of the &#039;Hell House&#039;, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6753775">SN6284 : Would you write this on your house?</a>.

A TrawsCymru bus passes by the 'Hell House' at Bow Street

The bus is nearing completion of its journey from Bangor to Aberystwyth, running as the TrawsCymru T2 service. For an explanation of the 'Hell House', see SN6284 : Would you write this on your house?.

Welcome to Hell Someone doesn&#039;t like Bow Street! Slogan facing passengers arriving at the new railway station.

Welcome to Hell

Someone doesn't like Bow Street! Slogan facing passengers arriving at the new railway station.

A train at Bow Street station This would normally have been a through train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International. However, as a result of flood damage in the Welshpool area in February, the train will go only to Machynlleth, with onward travel by bus from there to Shrewsbury. It is expected that the repairs to the line will be completed during the current week.

A train at Bow Street station

This would normally have been a through train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International. However, as a result of flood damage in the Welshpool area in February, the train will go only to Machynlleth, with onward travel by bus from there to Shrewsbury. It is expected that the repairs to the line will be completed during the current week.

Frosty and sunlit fields at Bryn-y-castell Bryn-y-castell is a &#039;suburb&#039; of Bow Street. This view was taken from Bow Street station.

Frosty and sunlit fields at Bryn-y-castell

Bryn-y-castell is a 'suburb' of Bow Street. This view was taken from Bow Street station.

Waiting for the train on a cold, wet morning At Bow Street station.

Waiting for the train on a cold, wet morning

At Bow Street station.

Not platform 2! The sign suggests that Bow Street has two platforms - it has only one - whereas it is the stop point for two car trains.

Not platform 2!

The sign suggests that Bow Street has two platforms - it has only one - whereas it is the stop point for two car trains.

Bow Street railway station This is a railway station on the Cambrian Line, which runs between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth or Pwllheli. It serves the villages of Bow Street and Pen-y-garn. It is owned by Network Rail and managed by Transport for Wales.
The original station was closed on 14 June 1965. The current station was constructed on a different site, just south of the original. Funded by the Welsh Government and the Department for Transport, it opened on 14 February 2021.

Bow Street railway station

This is a railway station on the Cambrian Line, which runs between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth or Pwllheli. It serves the villages of Bow Street and Pen-y-garn. It is owned by Network Rail and managed by Transport for Wales. The original station was closed on 14 June 1965. The current station was constructed on a different site, just south of the original. Funded by the Welsh Government and the Department for Transport, it opened on 14 February 2021.

Bryn Castell Now a road through a housing estate, but was once an old route leading to Bryn-y-castell [farm] and over the hills to Llandre and Borth. Much of the route can still be walked, access to which is via the farm, which can be seen ahead.

Bryn Castell

Now a road through a housing estate, but was once an old route leading to Bryn-y-castell [farm] and over the hills to Llandre and Borth. Much of the route can still be walked, access to which is via the farm, which can be seen ahead.

The A487 road heading out of Bow Street towards Aberystwyth The entrance to the new Bow Street station is just ahead on the right.

The A487 road heading out of Bow Street towards Aberystwyth

The entrance to the new Bow Street station is just ahead on the right.

Road junction at Bow Street This was a &#039;Y&#039; junction until it was remodelled, the access to the new Bow Street station being added on the right in 2019/20.

Road junction at Bow Street

This was a 'Y' junction until it was remodelled, the access to the new Bow Street station being added on the right in 2019/20.

A train for Shrewsbury departing from Bow Street On the right is a Huws Gray builders&#039; merchants, which stands on the site of the original Bow Street station yard.

A train for Shrewsbury departing from Bow Street

On the right is a Huws Gray builders' merchants, which stands on the site of the original Bow Street station yard.

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Pen-y-Bont is located at Grid Ref: SN6083 (Lat: 52.433715, Lng: -4.056841)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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