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Rhyd-y-saint

Settlement in Carmarthenshire

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Rhyd-y-saint

Llwybr Caefylchi / Caefylchi path Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad anedd-dy o'r enw Caefylchi. Yn anffodus ar adeg ysgrifennu hwn mae'r llwybr wedi ei rwystro mewn sawl man. A footpath heading in the direction of a property known as Caefylchi. Unfortunately, as the time of writing, the path is obstructed in several places.
Llwybr Caefylchi / Caefylchi path Credit: Alan Richards

Rhyd-y-saint is a small village located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is nestled in the Tywi Valley, approximately 12 miles east of Carmarthen, the county town. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and the tranquil River Tywi, which flows nearby.

The name Rhyd-y-saint translates to "the ford of the saints" in English, reflecting the village's historical and religious significance. It is believed that early Christian missionaries used the ford in the river to cross over and spread their teachings in the area.

Although small in size, Rhyd-y-saint boasts a tight-knit community that takes pride in preserving its Welsh heritage. Traditional Welsh customs and cultural events are often celebrated, including the annual Eisteddfod, a festival of literature, music, and performance.

The village is home to a few amenities, including a local pub, which serves as a focal point for socializing and community gatherings. Rhyd-y-saint also has a chapel, reflecting the religious roots of the community.

The surrounding natural beauty of Rhyd-y-saint provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, hiking, and fishing. The area is also known for its abundant wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Rhyd-y-saint offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its rich history, strong community spirit, and stunning landscapes, it is truly a hidden gem in Carmarthenshire.

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Llwybr Caefylchi / Caefylchi path Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad anedd-dy o'r enw Caefylchi. Yn anffodus ar adeg ysgrifennu hwn mae'r llwybr wedi ei rwystro mewn sawl man. A footpath heading in the direction of a property known as Caefylchi. Unfortunately, as the time of writing, the path is obstructed in several places.
Llwybr Caefylchi / Caefylchi path
Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad anedd-dy o'r enw Caefylchi. Yn anffodus ar adeg ysgrifennu hwn mae'r llwybr wedi ei rwystro mewn sawl man. A footpath heading in the direction of a property known as Caefylchi. Unfortunately, as the time of writing, the path is obstructed in several places.
Llwybr Coed Cae'r Bedw / Coed Cae'r Bedw path Cyffordd o lwybrau cyhoeddus yng Nghoed Cae'r Bedw. A junction of public footpaths at Coed Cae'r Bedw (trans. birch field wood).
Llwybr Coed Cae'r Bedw / Coed Cae'r Bedw path
Cyffordd o lwybrau cyhoeddus yng Nghoed Cae'r Bedw. A junction of public footpaths at Coed Cae'r Bedw (trans. birch field wood).
Waterfall on Afon Sawdde This is the river Sawdde flowing north towards Llangadog. At this point there are roads either side of it: a minor one on the left bank; and the A4069 to Brynaman on the right. The whole length of the riverbank here is composed of upended strata of rock. You can drive past thousands of years of geology without even realising it.
Waterfall on Afon Sawdde
This is the river Sawdde flowing north towards Llangadog. At this point there are roads either side of it: a minor one on the left bank; and the A4069 to Brynaman on the right. The whole length of the riverbank here is composed of upended strata of rock. You can drive past thousands of years of geology without even realising it.
Sediment ripples in roadside quarry At the side of the minor road by the river Sawdde there is a small quarry (or large alcove). As with the riverbank, it is composed of upended strata. Here though the thick clumsy layers are replaced with thinner, more delicate strata. On the vertical face you can see ripples in the sediment that once lay flat, presumably caused by wind or water.
Sediment ripples in roadside quarry
At the side of the minor road by the river Sawdde there is a small quarry (or large alcove). As with the riverbank, it is composed of upended strata. Here though the thick clumsy layers are replaced with thinner, more delicate strata. On the vertical face you can see ripples in the sediment that once lay flat, presumably caused by wind or water.
Entrance to Coed Pen Arthur The Forestry Commission sign for this entrance gives the name Coed Pen Arthur, but their web site also list this point as Coed Shon. There is a picnic table and a circular drive with no well defined car parking spaces. Deeper in the Pen Arthur forest there is apparently a woodland sauna ! See this link: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/recreation.nsf/LUWebDocsByKey/WalesCarmarthenshireTowyValleyForestsPenArthur" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.forestry.gov.uk/website/recreation.nsf/LUWebDocsByKey/WalesCarmarthenshireTowyValleyForestsPenArthur">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 Coed Pen Arthur
The Forestry Commission sign for this entrance gives the name Coed Pen Arthur, but their web site also list this point as Coed Shon. There is a picnic table and a circular drive with no well defined car parking spaces. Deeper in the Pen Arthur forest there is apparently a woodland sauna ! See this link: LinkExternal link
Victorian postbox at Felindre nr Llangadog Built into the front wall of a house and still working if the insert is anything to go by.
Victorian postbox at Felindre nr Llangadog
Built into the front wall of a house and still working if the insert is anything to go by.
Weir On Afon Sawdde Water authority building on right. A4069 directly behind camera.
Weir On Afon Sawdde
Water authority building on right. A4069 directly behind camera.
Country Lane Near Llangadog
Country Lane Near Llangadog
Cefn y Coed Common A wonderful area of "Access Land" which is an impenetrable mass of Bracken and Willow Herb.
Cefn y Coed Common
A wonderful area of "Access Land" which is an impenetrable mass of Bracken and Willow Herb.
Road near Tal-y-Garn Prominent clump of pine trees at the junction of the farm road.
Road near Tal-y-Garn
Prominent clump of pine trees at the junction of the farm road.
Green lane Green lane marked as "Other Public Access" near to Careg-foel-gam.
Green lane
Green lane marked as "Other Public Access" near to Careg-foel-gam.
Coed Pen-Arthur Forest track near to the northern margin of this large Forestry Commission woodland.
Coed Pen-Arthur
Forest track near to the northern margin of this large Forestry Commission woodland.
Caeaubychain Bach One of several small farms spread out on the flank of the Towy Valley
Caeaubychain Bach
One of several small farms spread out on the flank of the Towy Valley
Caeaubychain Mawr A farm with extensive outbuildings (and kennels from the sound) on the southern flank of the broad Towy valley. The field has yielded a silage crop in the days before the picture was taken, hence the bleached grass.
Caeaubychain Mawr
A farm with extensive outbuildings (and kennels from the sound) on the southern flank of the broad Towy valley. The field has yielded a silage crop in the days before the picture was taken, hence the bleached grass.
Forest margin Coed Pen Arthur reaches its north-westerly extremity here, where the green lane descends from Careg foel-gam and turns to follow the stream steeply down the valley side.
Forest margin
Coed Pen Arthur reaches its north-westerly extremity here, where the green lane descends from Careg foel-gam and turns to follow the stream steeply down the valley side.
Green lane A narrow and very muddy track which has a stream flowing down it for at least part of its length.
Green lane
A narrow and very muddy track which has a stream flowing down it for at least part of its length.
Woodland glade The farm called Carregfoelgam can just be glimpsed across this woodland glade at the side of the steep lane.
Woodland glade
The farm called Carregfoelgam can just be glimpsed across this woodland glade at the side of the steep lane.
Sheep grazing Pasture alongside the boundary of the National Park, with views of Carn Goch in the distance.
Sheep grazing
Pasture alongside the boundary of the National Park, with views of Carn Goch in the distance.
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Rhyd-y-saint is located at Grid Ref: SN7125 (Lat: 51.916724, Lng: -3.8718011)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///billiard.cabinets.wings. Near Llansadwrn, Carmarthenshire

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Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.9177225/-3.8684179
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Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.9178948/-3.873217
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 14:45; Sa 07:30
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: SA19 258
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.9164502/-3.8701415
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Direction: SSW
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 20
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 51.9166405/-3.8681511
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