Blaen-cwm

Settlement in Glamorgan

Wales

Blaen-cwm

Treherbert station looking south A minimalist facility at the end of the line from Cardiff.  The 17.16 to Cardiff Central will soon leave.
Treherbert station looking south Credit: Peter Whatley

Blaen-cwm is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the southern part of the country, it is nestled within the beautiful Welsh Valleys. The village is situated about 10 miles north of Bridgend and 20 miles northwest of Cardiff, the capital city of Wales.

Blaen-cwm is known for its stunning natural landscapes, as it is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside. The village is situated in close proximity to the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering residents and visitors easy access to a range of outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and exploring nature trails.

The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times. Over the years, Blaen-cwm has seen various industries thrive, including coal mining, which played a significant role in the local economy during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Though the mining industry has declined, remnants of its past can still be seen in the form of old mine shafts and buildings.

In terms of amenities, Blaen-cwm has a small but tight-knit community. The village features a local pub, a primary school, and a community center that hosts various events throughout the year. Additionally, the nearby towns of Bridgend and Cardiff offer a wider range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Overall, Blaen-cwm offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still providing easy access to larger towns and cities in the area.

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Blaen-cwm Images

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Treherbert station looking south A minimalist facility at the end of the line from Cardiff.  The 17.16 to Cardiff Central will soon leave.
Treherbert station looking south
A minimalist facility at the end of the line from Cardiff. The 17.16 to Cardiff Central will soon leave.
End of the line at Treherbert A short extension of the line is required to provide access to carriage sidings.
End of the line at Treherbert
A short extension of the line is required to provide access to carriage sidings.
Trac coedwigaeth  / Forestry track Trac coedwigaeth ger cyffordd o draciau ar Fynydd Tir-isaf.

Forestry track near a junction of tracks at Mynydd Tir-isaf (trans. lower land mountain).
Trac coedwigaeth / Forestry track
Trac coedwigaeth ger cyffordd o draciau ar Fynydd Tir-isaf. Forestry track near a junction of tracks at Mynydd Tir-isaf (trans. lower land mountain).
Pen Pych from Blaen y Cwm Road
Pen Pych from Blaen y Cwm Road
Pen Pych towering over Ty Newydd
Pen Pych towering over Ty Newydd
A glimpse of Pen Pych Between houses in Ty Newydd.
A glimpse of Pen Pych
Between houses in Ty Newydd.
Pen Pych Primary School View across the Rhondda river.
Pen Pych Primary School
View across the Rhondda river.
Housing in Bryn Henllan, Blaenrhondda
Housing in Bryn Henllan, Blaenrhondda
Path descending towards Blaenrhondda
Path descending towards Blaenrhondda
A glimpse of Pen Pych through woodland A flag is visible near the summit.
A glimpse of Pen Pych through woodland
A flag is visible near the summit.
Descent from Pen Pych into the Rhondda valley
Descent from Pen Pych into the Rhondda valley
Remains of old boundary wall On Mynydd Blaenrhondda, looking across the Rhondda valley.
Remains of old boundary wall
On Mynydd Blaenrhondda, looking across the Rhondda valley.
Whimberries in flower Vaccinium myrtillus  Otherwise known as bilberries or whortleberries.
Whimberries in flower
Vaccinium myrtillus Otherwise known as bilberries or whortleberries.
Proud to be Welsh Flying the flag at Pen Pych.  The view looks down the Rhondda valley over Treherbert, Ynyswen and Treorchy.
Proud to be Welsh
Flying the flag at Pen Pych. The view looks down the Rhondda valley over Treherbert, Ynyswen and Treorchy.
Bluebells, brambles, bilberries … and Blaencwm
Bluebells, brambles, bilberries … and Blaencwm
Pathway to Pen Pych
Pathway to Pen Pych
Looking over Blaencwm
Looking over Blaencwm
Nant Lluest waterfall
Nant Lluest waterfall
Show me another place!

Blaen-cwm is located at Grid Ref: SS9298 (Lat: 51.67864, Lng: -3.559276)

Unitary Authority: Rhondda Cynon Taf

Police Authority: South Wales

Also known as: Blaen cwm, Blaencwm, Blaen-y-cwm

What 3 Words

///chariots.collect.attracts. Near Treherbert, Rhondda Cynon Taf

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Blaencwm
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