Maudlam

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Maudlam

Sand Dunes, Kenfig National Nature Reserve This area was once a thriving medieval borough but is now a site of special scientifice interest. — Sand Dunes, Kenfig National Nature Reserve Credit: Nigel Homer

Maudlam is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the Bridgend county borough, it lies approximately 4 miles to the south-west of Bridgend town. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a tranquil atmosphere for its residents.

Maudlam has a rich history dating back to the medieval period when it was part of the Manor of Newcastle. The village is known for its charming old houses and traditional architecture, which adds to its character. The St. Mary Magdalene Church, a prominent feature in the village, dates back to the 12th century and serves as a reminder of its historical past.

Despite its small size, Maudlam offers a range of amenities for its residents. The village has a primary school, providing education for local children, along with a community center that hosts various events and activities. Additionally, there are several shops and services available, catering to the everyday needs of the community.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Ogmore-by-Sea, just a short distance from Maudlam, offers stunning sandy beaches and coastal walks, attracting visitors from near and far.

Maudlam's close proximity to Bridgend provides easy access to further amenities and transport links. The village is well-connected by road, with the A48 passing nearby, making it convenient for commuting to neighboring towns and cities.

In summary, Maudlam is a small village in Glamorgan that boasts a rich history, traditional architecture, and a peaceful atmosphere. It offers a range of amenities and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle.

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Maudlam Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.522684/-3.722165 or Grid Reference SS8081. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sand Dunes, Kenfig National Nature Reserve

This area was once a thriving medieval borough but is now a site of special scientifice interest.

Nigel Homer

Kenfig Pool, Kenfig National Nature Reserve

Glamorgan’s largest natural lake, Kenfig Pool, is set on the edge of this beautiful area of Sand Dunes.

Nigel Homer

Kenfig Burrows

This incredible expanse of sand dunes is a protected nature reserve

Chris Shaw

Kenfig Industrial Estate

Looking SE down the main artery of the Estate that occupies the Eastern half of the square

Chris Shaw

Carr scrub on Kenfig Burrows

Although sand dunes dominate the Burrows, other features can be found. This carr scrub largely comprises hawthorn but in other areas, where the ground is wetter, birch predominates. the effect of motorcycles being used on such land surface is clearly seen.

Mick Lobb

Margam Moors with grazing cattle

Cattle graze in the varied habitat of the dunes and moor.

Mick Lobb

Kenfig Industrial Estate

Colin Pyle

Kenfig National Nature Reserve

Kenfig Pool is Glamorgan’s largest natural lake close to the steelworks at Port Talbot and to Bridgend. The reserve is one of the finest wildlife habitats in Wales and one of the last remaining examples of the huge dune system that once stretched along the coast of South Wales from the River Ogmore to the Gower peninsula. Surrounding the pool the dunes are home to a wide variety of wild orchids, as well as insects and other wildlife. Otters have been seen among the reed beds recently and among a variety of wildfowl the site is a regular wintering location for the Bittern and is a summer breeding site for Reed and Sedge Warblers. The scarcer Aquatic Warbler regularly visits in autumn. Kenfig is therefore one of the most important sites in Britain for nature conservation.

Mick Lobb

Water level gaugeboard - Kenfig Nature Reserve

Mick Lobb

Kenfig Burrows

Kenfig Nature Reserve is one of Wales' top sand-dune reserves, with plants like wild fen orchids, birds and insects depending on this habitat for their survival. It is one of the last remnants of a huge dune system that once stretched along the coastline of southern Wales from the Ogmore River to the Gower peninsula. The wales Coast Path travels along its length.

Eirian Evans

Ordnance Survey Rivet

This OS rivet can be found on the weir on the Afon Cynffig. It marks a point 7.660m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Sandy Pathways

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A choice of paths in the south of the Pyle & Kenfig golf course

The path ahead in the right half of the image is a track which runs along or, at points, close to the southern boundary of the course, and which can be seen in, for example, SS8080 : Track near the southern edge of the Pyle & Kenfig golf course. Less conspicuous in this view is a path ahead in the left half of the image which from here runs right across the course towards Kenfig village. These are just two of many paths which run and criss-cross here.

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Picnic table - Kenfig Pool

Picnic area at Kenfig Pool

Alan Hughes

Kenfig Pool

Pool at Kenfig nature reserve.

Alan Hughes

Kenfig Pool

Kenfig Pool viewed through trees in winter.

Alan Hughes

Kenfig Pool

BARRIE TRIGG

Kenfig Pool

Set among the dunes of the Kenfig Nature Reserve, Kenfig Pool covers about 70 acres. According to local legend, the lake is bottomless; it is not, of course, the maximum depth is about 12 feet.

Stephen McKay

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Maudlam is located at Grid Ref: SS8081 (Lat: 51.522684, Lng: -3.722165)

Unitary Authority: Bridgend

Police Authority: South Wales

Also known as: Mawdlam