Pen-y-bont

Settlement in Cardiganshire

Wales

Pen-y-bont

St. Matthew's Church, Borth Seen on the drier part of a fairly damp day.
St. Matthew's Church, Borth Credit: Nigel Brown

Pen-y-bont is a small village located in the county of Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated near the coast, it lies approximately 4 miles north of the town of Aberystwyth. The village is nestled in a picturesque valley, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside.

Pen-y-bont is known for its stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. It offers breathtaking views of the nearby Cambrian Mountains and is bordered by the River Ystwyth, which adds to its charm. The village is also close to the popular holiday destination of Borth, which boasts a beautiful sandy beach and a golf course.

Despite its small size, Pen-y-bont has a close-knit community that takes pride in its Welsh heritage. The Welsh language is still widely spoken here, and traditional customs and festivals are celebrated throughout the year. The village has a primary school, a church, and a few local businesses, including a pub and a convenience store.

The surrounding area provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. There are numerous walking trails that lead to scenic spots, including the majestic Hafod Estate and the stunning Devil's Bridge Falls. The village is also within easy reach of the popular Vale of Rheidol Railway, which offers a nostalgic steam train journey through the picturesque Rheidol Valley.

Overall, Pen-y-bont is a delightful village that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty, friendly community, and proximity to both coast and countryside make it an attractive place for both residents and visitors alike.

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Pen-y-bont Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.474038/-4.0275 or Grid Reference SN6288. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St. Matthew's Church, Borth Seen on the drier part of a fairly damp day.
St. Matthew's Church, Borth
Seen on the drier part of a fairly damp day.
Cottages on the lane above Llandre On the old road from Bow Street to Llandre.
Cottages on the lane above Llandre
On the old road from Bow Street to Llandre.
Footpath leading to Castell Gwallter Up the hill from Llandre.
Footpath leading to Castell Gwallter
Up the hill from Llandre.
Houses in Llandre
Houses in Llandre
Entrance to lower Llandre Cemetery The graveyard is very extensive, older burials being on the hill behind the camera, by St Michael's Church. The cemetery is extremely well documented and can be found here: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.llandre.org.uk/en/churchyard.php" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.llandre.org.uk/en/churchyard.php">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 lower Llandre Cemetery
The graveyard is very extensive, older burials being on the hill behind the camera, by St Michael's Church. The cemetery is extremely well documented and can be found here: LinkExternal link
A view over Llandre The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK">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>
A view over Llandre
The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: LinkExternal link
The harvest is in Fields at Llandre.
The harvest is in
Fields at Llandre.
Llandre Church Dedicated to St Michael, Church in Wales. The church is set on a steep hillside as is its original associated graveyard. Coed Tyddyn stands behind.
Llandre Church
Dedicated to St Michael, Church in Wales. The church is set on a steep hillside as is its original associated graveyard. Coed Tyddyn stands behind.
Gate on the old road from Landre to Borth Now a public path.
Gate on the old road from Landre to Borth
Now a public path.
Road in Llandre Leads to a public path which leads over the hills to Borth. The metalled road joins another just ahead and forms a very sharp 'V' junction.
Road in Llandre
Leads to a public path which leads over the hills to Borth. The metalled road joins another just ahead and forms a very sharp 'V' junction.
A public path leaving the metalled road in Llandre
A public path leaving the metalled road in Llandre
Footpath across the hills Leading from Llandre to Borth.
Footpath across the hills
Leading from Llandre to Borth.
Landscape north of Llandre Turbines of Mynyddgorddu wind farm are just visible.
Landscape north of Llandre
Turbines of Mynyddgorddu wind farm are just visible.
A view over Ty'n-y-parc North of Llandre.
A view over Ty'n-y-parc
North of Llandre.
On the path from Llandre to Borth Above Coed Tynyllechwedd with a view towards the Dyfi Estuary.
On the path from Llandre to Borth
Above Coed Tynyllechwedd with a view towards the Dyfi Estuary.
Gate on the hillside On the path from Llandre to Borth.
Gate on the hillside
On the path from Llandre to Borth.
Borth  Viewed from near Cilolwg on the old road from Llandre.
Borth
Viewed from near Cilolwg on the old road from Llandre.
Path becomes a metalled road By Cillolwg farm, above Borth.
Path becomes a metalled road
By Cillolwg farm, above Borth.
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Pen-y-bont is located at Grid Ref: SN6288 (Lat: 52.474038, Lng: -4.0275)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Penybont

What 3 Words

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