Rhodiad-y-Brenin

Settlement in Pembrokeshire

Wales

Rhodiad-y-Brenin

Carnedd Lleithr A view of Carnedd Lleithr which forms part of the headland of St David&#039;s Head, the headland is in the care of the National Trust. — Carnedd Lleithr Credit: Chris McAuley

Rhodiad-y-Brenin is a small coastal village located in the county of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Situated on the southwestern tip of the country, the village offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside and the Irish Sea. It is situated approximately 15 miles west of the county town, Haverfordwest.

The village is known for its beautiful sandy beach, which stretches for about a mile along the coast. The beach is popular with both locals and tourists, offering opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports like surfing and kayaking. The area is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including seals and dolphins, which can often be spotted off the coast.

Rhodiad-y-Brenin is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The nearby Pembrokeshire Coast Path, a long-distance walking trail, offers breathtaking views of the rugged coastline and is a great way to explore the area.

The village itself is small but charming, with a few shops, cafes, and guesthouses catering to visitors. It has a close-knit community and a friendly atmosphere, making it a welcoming place for tourists.

Overall, Rhodiad-y-Brenin is a tranquil coastal village that offers natural beauty, outdoor activities, and a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Rhodiad-y-Brenin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.897949/-5.2473176 or Grid Reference SM7627. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carnedd Lleithr

A view of Carnedd Lleithr which forms part of the headland of St David's Head, the headland is in the care of the National Trust.

Chris McAuley

Dowrog Common SSSI, with a distant view of Carn Llidi

Much of Dowrog Common is bog. Although a path is indicated on the map, there is little trace of it on the ground, and the going is very wet indeed - wellies essential if you hope to keep your feet and ankles dry. The view here is WNW, with the coastal tor of Carn Llidi prominent on the horizon.

Stefan Czapski

Marsh Cinquefoil (Potentilla palustris) on Dowrog Common SSSI

One element in the rich flora of this boggy area. Identified with a bit of help from my friend ceridwen (a terrific all-round naturalist) who was my guide on this walk.

Stefan Czapski

Gold-ringed Dragonfly (Cordulegaster boltonii), Dowrog Common SSSI

This is the largest British dragonfly species, and in my experience one of the most approachable. According to the British Dragonfly Society website Link

females of this species reach a length of 84mm, males being smaller, reaching 74mm. Wing-span will be greater, so this is a pretty impressive insect. The individual in the picture is, I believe, a female. While the body of the insect shows well in this shot, details of the wings aren't that easy to see - so I am making the image available in larger sizes.

Stefan Czapski

Dowrog Common SSSI, northern end

Though officially described as 'lowland heath', much of Dowrog is bog. In the foreground, a stand of Cotton Grass (or Bog Cotton), Eriophorum angustifolium, a plant of the sedge family, more typical of the Scottish Highlands. The view is a little to the west of north, from near Rhodiad y Brenin, with Penberi - a great crag of volcanic origin - on the skyline. For another instance of Cotton Grass growing in a lowland bog in southern Britain - albeit much further east - see SU9041 : The Bog, Thursley National Nature Reserve.

Stefan Czapski

Little stone buildings at Rhodiad y Brenin

Very simple, rugged little buildings, in a fairly remote location close to the boggy north-west corner of Dowrog Common. While they were most likely built to house animals, ceridwen has speculated that they may at some stage have served as human habitations: SM7627 : Stone sheds.

Stefan Czapski

A potato field near Dowrog Common - with Penberi on the horizon

Potatoes are a very characteristic crop in this coastal area of Pembrokeshire - in contrast to the livestock rearing of the uplands further inland. The hill on the horizon is Penberi, a peak of volcanic origin which would not look out of place in the barren wastes of Sutherland. Compare this image with ceridwen's SM7626 : Dewisland prospect, taken from a point further north and east, on Dowrog Common itself.

Stefan Czapski