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Stembridge

Settlement in Glamorgan

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Stembridge

Westward view Looking along the channel from the gridsquare with the steep sides of Tor-gro evident in the distance.
Westward view Credit: Ian Paterson

Stembridge is a small village located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Situated in the southern part of the country, it lies approximately 10 miles northwest of the bustling city of Cardiff. Stembridge is known for its picturesque surroundings, with rolling hills and lush green landscapes dominating the area.

The village itself is quite small, with a population of around 500 residents. It is characterized by its quaint cottages and charming rural atmosphere. Stembridge is a close-knit community, where neighbors often know each other and a strong sense of community spirit is evident.

Despite its small size, Stembridge boasts a few amenities for its residents. There is a local primary school, which serves the village and the surrounding areas. Additionally, a village hall provides a space for community events and gatherings. Stembridge is also home to a small pub, where locals and visitors can enjoy a drink or a meal.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. There are numerous walking and cycling trails in the vicinity, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Stembridge is also close to several nature reserves and parks, providing opportunities for wildlife observation and outdoor leisure activities.

Overall, Stembridge is a peaceful and idyllic village in Glamorgan, offering a tranquil retreat from the nearby city. Its natural beauty and strong sense of community make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower pace of life.

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Stembridge Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.605737/-4.21734 or Grid Reference SS4691. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Westward view Looking along the channel from the gridsquare with the steep sides of Tor-gro evident in the distance.
Westward view
Looking along the channel from the gridsquare with the steep sides of Tor-gro evident in the distance.
Grazing land near Weobley Castle The golden glow of the setting sun illuminates the scene. The top of Tor-gro is prominent in the left of the photo.
Grazing land near Weobley Castle
The golden glow of the setting sun illuminates the scene. The top of Tor-gro is prominent in the left of the photo.
Green gate Gate in the public footpath which leads to the adjacent field.
Green gate
Gate in the public footpath which leads to the adjacent field.
Gate into Cors Landimore / Landimore Marsh The National Trust protect this area of saltmarsh in conjunction with local farmers who graze their sheep on it of course. Ponies and cattle also freely graze the marsh area in summer. The signage with WGWA on it refers to a private shoot by the West Glamorgan Wildfowlers Association I assume. There is a car park and turning circle here for accessing the marsh footpaths.
Gate into Cors Landimore / Landimore Marsh
The National Trust protect this area of saltmarsh in conjunction with local farmers who graze their sheep on it of course. Ponies and cattle also freely graze the marsh area in summer. The signage with WGWA on it refers to a private shoot by the West Glamorgan Wildfowlers Association I assume. There is a car park and turning circle here for accessing the marsh footpaths.
House at Landimore above the marsh A cool looking property beside the lane and overlooking the wonderful marshes below.
House at Landimore above the marsh
A cool looking property beside the lane and overlooking the wonderful marshes below.
Open gate from fields onto Llanrhidian Marsh The cattle and sheep have vacated this field in favour of the richer grazing out on the saltmarsh.
Open gate from fields onto Llanrhidian Marsh
The cattle and sheep have vacated this field in favour of the richer grazing out on the saltmarsh.
New kissing-gate near Weobley Castle The mud stains look very recent.
New kissing-gate near Weobley Castle
The mud stains look very recent.
Footpath across fields above Llanrhidian Marsh The footpath follows the field edge here towards Weobley Castle.
Footpath across fields above Llanrhidian Marsh
The footpath follows the field edge here towards Weobley Castle.
Weobley Castle form the footpath across fields below Castle Wood The castle appears above the trees on the hilltop above.
Weobley Castle form the footpath across fields below Castle Wood
The castle appears above the trees on the hilltop above.
View of the causeway across Llanrhidian Marsh from below Weobley Castle Just a little elevation gains a better view over the extensive marsh and the straight causeway can be better appreciated.
View of the causeway across Llanrhidian Marsh from below Weobley Castle
Just a little elevation gains a better view over the extensive marsh and the straight causeway can be better appreciated.
The entrance to Weobley Castle The west front of the castle, or fortified manor house, with Llanrhidian Marsh behind and the Loughor Estuary beyond that. That bench is well sited.
The entrance to Weobley Castle
The west front of the castle, or fortified manor house, with Llanrhidian Marsh behind and the Loughor Estuary beyond that. That bench is well sited.
Part of Weobley Castle, Gower The central courtyard has some of the main buildings off it, and these are quite reminiscent of medieval illustrations of the 14th and 15th centuries. Weobley is certainly built in a style that is directly between a fortress of almost purely military purpose and a home with more emphasis on style of living, convenience, mod cons and domestic life. This was its weakness and when attacked in 1403 during the Owain Glyndwr rebellion it could not withstand a concerted attack, and fell, with the possible death of its principal defender, a member of the de la Bere family.
Part of Weobley Castle, Gower
The central courtyard has some of the main buildings off it, and these are quite reminiscent of medieval illustrations of the 14th and 15th centuries. Weobley is certainly built in a style that is directly between a fortress of almost purely military purpose and a home with more emphasis on style of living, convenience, mod cons and domestic life. This was its weakness and when attacked in 1403 during the Owain Glyndwr rebellion it could not withstand a concerted attack, and fell, with the possible death of its principal defender, a member of the de la Bere family.
The interior of Weobley Castle courtyard A very pleasant spot to sit and enjoy lunch on a warm and sunny August day.
The interior of Weobley Castle courtyard
A very pleasant spot to sit and enjoy lunch on a warm and sunny August day.
Samson's Jack standing stone on Gower The standing stone is in horse paddocks on the other side of the hedge to the public footpath.
Samson's Jack standing stone on Gower
The standing stone is in horse paddocks on the other side of the hedge to the public footpath.
Approaching Manselfold The footpath follows the field edge.
Approaching Manselfold
The footpath follows the field edge.
Treelined track This track leads to a renovated property.
Treelined track
This track leads to a renovated property.
Renovated property with gypsy caravan The cottages may well be holiday lets or a second home, maybe more likely the latter, and the caravan is interesting and eyecatching.
Renovated property with gypsy caravan
The cottages may well be holiday lets or a second home, maybe more likely the latter, and the caravan is interesting and eyecatching.
Footpath across fields beside Burry Pill Burry Pill is a little stream that runs along the valley bottom.
Footpath across fields beside Burry Pill
Burry Pill is a little stream that runs along the valley bottom.
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Stembridge is located at Grid Ref: SS4691 (Lat: 51.605737, Lng: -4.21734)

Unitary Authority: Swansea

Police Authority: South Wales

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