Penpedairheol

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Penpedairheol

Cycle track following route of Rhymney Railway Cylla Branch
Cycle track following route of Rhymney Railway Cylla Branch Credit: David Smith

Penpedairheol is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated approximately 12 miles north of Cardiff, it is nestled in the beautiful Rhymney Valley. The name "Penpedairheol" translates to "Head of Four Roads" in Welsh, indicating its strategic location at the intersection of four major routes.

The village is known for its quaint charm and picturesque surroundings. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, Penpedairheol offers a tranquil environment for its residents. The community primarily consists of residential properties, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and modern houses.

Despite its rural setting, Penpedairheol benefits from good transportation links. The A469 road passes through the village, connecting it to nearby towns and cities. This makes it a popular choice for commuters working in Cardiff or other nearby urban centers.

The village is served by a range of amenities, including a primary school, a community center, and several local shops and pubs. The nearby town of Caerphilly offers additional amenities, such as supermarkets, leisure facilities, and a wider range of shops and restaurants.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Penpedairheol is a gateway to the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding area. There are numerous walking and cycling trails, providing opportunities to explore the nearby countryside and enjoy the fresh air.

Overall, Penpedairheol offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents seeking a close-knit community, natural beauty, and convenient access to nearby amenities and employment opportunities.

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Penpedairheol Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.669062/-3.238635 or Grid Reference ST1497. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cycle track following route of Rhymney Railway Cylla Branch
Cycle track following route of Rhymney Railway Cylla Branch
Footbridge over Nant Cylla
Footbridge over Nant Cylla
Gilfach Fargoed station Station is perhaps a little grandiose.  The platform is barely long enough for one carriage - something of an issue when trains of up to four vehicles operate the line.
Gilfach Fargoed station
Station is perhaps a little grandiose. The platform is barely long enough for one carriage - something of an issue when trains of up to four vehicles operate the line.
Pengam Railway Station
Pengam Railway Station
Pengam Railway Station
Pengam Railway Station
Looking over Tir-y-berth
Looking over Tir-y-berth
Rail-Head Treatment Train at Gilfach Fargoed A Rail-Head Treatment Train, which uses a high-pressure water jet to clear autumn leaves from the line, passes the diminutive Gilfach Fargoed station on its way to Bargoed. Class 66 locomotive No. 66121 is leading, with classmate No. 66092 on the rear.
Rail-Head Treatment Train at Gilfach Fargoed
A Rail-Head Treatment Train, which uses a high-pressure water jet to clear autumn leaves from the line, passes the diminutive Gilfach Fargoed station on its way to Bargoed. Class 66 locomotive No. 66121 is leading, with classmate No. 66092 on the rear.
Rail-Head Treatment Train at Gilfach Fargoed A Rail-Head Treatment Train, which uses a high-pressure water jet to clear autumn leaves from the line, approaches Gilfach Fargoed station on its way back down the Rhymney valley from Bargoed. Class 66 locomotive No. 66092 is leading, with classmate No. 66121 on the rear.
Rail-Head Treatment Train at Gilfach Fargoed
A Rail-Head Treatment Train, which uses a high-pressure water jet to clear autumn leaves from the line, approaches Gilfach Fargoed station on its way back down the Rhymney valley from Bargoed. Class 66 locomotive No. 66092 is leading, with classmate No. 66121 on the rear.
Entrance to Penallta Industrial Estate
Entrance to Penallta Industrial Estate
St Catwg’s Church, Gelligaer
St Catwg’s Church, Gelligaer
Caer Rufeinig, Gelligaer Site of Roman fort, Gelligaer.
Caer Rufeinig, Gelligaer
Site of Roman fort, Gelligaer.
Roman Ridge, Gelligaer
Roman Ridge, Gelligaer
Greenhill Primary School
Greenhill Primary School
Cascade Methodist Church, Penpedairheol
Cascade Methodist Church, Penpedairheol
Children’s playground in Penpedairheol
Children’s playground in Penpedairheol
Railway tree pruning Men at work pruning branches alongside the line at Gilfach.
Railway tree pruning
Men at work pruning branches alongside the line at Gilfach.
Gilfach Fargoed Station
Gilfach Fargoed Station
Steps leading to Gilfach Fargoed Station
Steps leading to Gilfach Fargoed Station
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Penpedairheol is located at Grid Ref: ST1497 (Lat: 51.669062, Lng: -3.238635)

Unitary Authority: Caerphilly

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Pen-pedair heol, Pen-Pedair-Heol

What 3 Words

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Place Of Worship
Cascade Methodist Church
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