Pentrefelin

Settlement in Denbighshire

Wales

Pentrefelin

Llangollen Canal - the end Between the Bridge Hotel and the Horseshoe Falls, the canal terminates at this point. — Llangollen Canal - the end Credit: Trevor Harris

Pentrefelin is a small village located in Denbighshire, Wales. Situated in the picturesque Vale of Clwyd, this rural community is surrounded by rolling green hills and offers stunning views of the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village itself consists of a handful of houses, farms, and a small chapel. It is nestled in a tranquil setting, offering a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Pentrefelin is known for its tight-knit community and friendly atmosphere, with residents often organizing local events and gatherings.

Although small in size, the village benefits from its proximity to the nearby town of Ruthin, which provides essential services and amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. This allows residents to enjoy the tranquility of Pentrefelin while still having convenient access to everyday necessities.

Pentrefelin is also a gateway to the natural wonders of Denbighshire, with numerous walking and hiking trails nearby. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the stunning landscapes of the Clwydian Range, which offer breathtaking views and the opportunity to observe a variety of wildlife. The village is also within easy reach of the North Wales coastline, providing residents with the chance to enjoy sandy beaches and coastal activities.

Overall, Pentrefelin offers a charming and peaceful rural lifestyle, with its idyllic setting and close-knit community making it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a slower pace of life amidst the beauty of the Welsh countryside.

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Pentrefelin Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.984627/-3.184175 or Grid Reference SJ2043. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Llangollen Canal - the end

Between the Bridge Hotel and the Horseshoe Falls, the canal terminates at this point.

Trevor Harris

The Chain Bridge

There has been a crossing point over the River Dee at Berwyn as far back as Roman times, later serving the Cistercian monks of the nearby Valle Crucis Abbey. At the beginning of the 19th century plans were made to build the first bridge in this most beautiful of locations. Exuperius Pickering was a local entrepreneur dealing in limestone and slate. He had been involved in the building of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and had got to know Thomas Telford well. Telford had been given the work of building the now A5 from London to Holyhead following the latter being chosen as the main port between Britain and Ireland. The existing road was already a major coaching route but its condition was no better than a dirt track in many places. Pickering was quick to see the trading opportunity as the route of the new road would travel close to his works in Berwyn. In conjunction with Telford, the first Llangollen Chain Bridge was duly completed in 1814, the year before work started on the new road. This was made of wood, with chains slung underneath. It survived until 1870 before needing a complete refurbishment by another famous engineer Sir Henry Robinson, owner of the Brymbo Iron Works. Archive Link

The bridge fell into disrepair SJ1943 : The Chain Bridge but thankfully, the adjacent Chain Bridge hotel has had new owners in recent years and they have now repaired the bridge as seen here.

Eirian Evans

Two bridges from a third bridge

The lower bridge (King's Bridge) carries the B5103 over the River Dee to join the A5 near Berwyn Railway Station. The higher bridge is a viaduct crossing a tributary which joins the River Dee and carrying the steam railway between Llangollen and Carrog. The photo was taken from the Chain Bridge SJ1943 : The Chain Bridge, a footbridge crossing the river from the Chain Bridge Hotel to Berwyn Station.

Eirian Evans

Horseshoe Falls, Berwyn near Llangollen

Colin Park

Farmland at Maesyrychen uchaf as seen from Dee Valley Way, west of Llangollen

Colin Park

Llantysilio - St Tysilio's Church

Colin Park

Bathers at Horseshoe Falls, Berwyn near Llangollen

Colin Park

Berwyn Station on the Llangollen Railway

Berwyn Station from the A5 going towards Llangollen.

Bob Walters

The A5 at Berwyn

Roy Hughes

Parkland above the Horsehoe Falls in Berwyn

Gareth James

Horseshoe Falls at Berwyn

Gareth James

Canoeing on the Llangollen Canal in Berwyn

Gareth James

Footbridge over the Llangollen Canal in Berwyn

Gareth James

View along the chainbridge at Berwyn

Gareth James

Llangollen Railway at River Dee at Berwyn

Class 26 No. 5310 approaches Berwyn station during the Llangollen Railway's diesel gala. It is working a ballast train, but with a carriage included to provide passenger-accommodation.

Gareth James

Derelict building beside the A5 in Berwyn

It is not clear what this building once was. Old maps of the area show a Methodist chapel near this site, but this building doesn't look like a typical chapel.

Gareth James