Blackrock

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Blackrock

Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt This OS Bolt can be found on the south angle of St Mary&#039;s Church. It marks a point 13.591m above mean sea level. — Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt Credit: Adrian Dust

Blackrock is a small village located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated on the banks of the River Wye, it is known for its picturesque beauty and stunning natural surroundings. The village is located about 2 miles southwest of the town of Monmouth and is easily accessible by road.

The main attraction of Blackrock is its stunning views of the river and the surrounding countryside. Visitors can enjoy walks along the riverbank, taking in the tranquil atmosphere and the abundance of wildlife in the area. There are also several picnic spots and benches where people can relax and soak in the scenic beauty.

The village itself is small but charming, with a few residential houses and a local pub that offers a warm welcome to visitors. The pub often serves traditional Welsh food and drink, providing a taste of the local culture.

Blackrock is also located near the famous Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This means that visitors to the area can also explore the nearby woodlands, hills, and cliffs, which offer breathtaking views and a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing.

Overall, Blackrock, Monmouthshire is a peaceful and idyllic village that attracts nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in a stunning natural setting. Its proximity to the River Wye and the Wye Valley makes it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Blackrock Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.58871/-2.7086749 or Grid Reference ST5188. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt

This OS Bolt can be found on the south angle of St Mary's Church. It marks a point 13.591m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

M4 motorway descending westwards from Severn Bridge

The M4 is 190 miles long and runs from London to South Wales. Major centres close to the motorway include Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Newport, Cardiff and Swansea. The motorway was constructed between 1961 and 1996. The M4 originally crossed the first Severn Road Bridge. It has now been diverted to use the Second Severn Crossing and the motorway over the older bridge has been renumbered as M48. Wikipedia: Link

David Smith

Under Prince of Wales Bridge

Viewed from the Wales Coast Path.

M J Roscoe

The M4 Motorway seen from the Wales Coast Path near Caldicot

The view is of the causeway that makes up the Second Severn Crossing, or Prince of Wales Bridge as it is now known. The central "bridge" section of the structure can be seen in the distance.

Ruth Sharville

Zoomed view under the Second Severn Crossing

The causeway section on the piers leads to the actual bridge section, where the additional structure can be seen. This bridge is now officially known as the Prince of Wales Bridge.

Ruth Sharville

Pylons getting top billing - near Caldicot, Monmouthshire

Several different designs of pylons can be seen here in the one shot!

Ruth Sharville

The Second Severn Crossing, or Prince of Wales Bridge

This is a zoomed view taken from the Wales Coast Path.

Ruth Sharville

Caldicott : M4 Motorway Prince of Wales Bridge

The Second Severn Crossing (Welsh: Ail Groesfan Hafren), officially renamed the Prince of Wales Bridge (Welsh: Pont Tywysog Cymru) since July 2018, is the M4 motorway bridge over the River Severn between England and Wales, opened in 1996 to supplement the traffic capacity of the Severn Bridge built in 1966. The bridge is operated by England's National Highways. It has a total length of 5,128 metres (16,824 ft).

Lewis Clarke

St Mary's Church Portskewett

The church is adjacent to the ruins of a Norman manor house but is thought to have earlier origins associated with the Kings of Gwent. One of the churches that I have cycled to from home

Andy Stott

The Prince of Wales Bridge (M4)

The Prince of Wales Bridge over the River Severn on the M4 motorway.

Oscar Taylor

Expanding Sudbrook

Recent developments have greatly increased the local population and the work has not finished yet. More homes are going up - some will probably be right over the Severn railway tunnel!

Neil Owen

Sudbrook in Spring

Some floral embellishment as well as some timely advice.

Neil Owen

The bridge to Southbrook

At the south of Portskewett is the bridge over the railway. It is a narrow, single track road but a newer pedestrian section has been added alongside.

Neil Owen

Portskewett sewage pumping station

A small facility near the railway line.

Neil Owen

Portskewett substation

A small unit by the village hall, with warnings in English and Welsh.

Neil Owen

Portskewett and Sudbrook recreation hall

The two villages that mark the point where the railway goes underground to travel under the River Severn have seen their fortunes improve. Before the workers came to dig the tunnel, times were becoming hard. However, the extra people who came and stayed here helped to invigorate things. With this, an area of open space was set aside and the village hall built - the distinctive rounded roof. Close by are the changing rooms for the local football club.

Neil Owen

Home of Port & Sud

The local football club is a mini and junior focused organisation that was founded only in 2019. It is now gathering a large following of nearly 200 members.

Neil Owen