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The Leys

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The Leys

Tidal flats near East Aberthaw
Tidal flats near East Aberthaw Credit: Alan Hughes

The Leys is a residential area located in Glamorgan, Wales. It is situated in the southern part of the county, near the town of Barry. The area is known for its quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for families and individuals looking for a serene environment.

The Leys is primarily made up of detached and semi-detached houses, with a few apartment complexes scattered throughout. The properties in this area are well-maintained and often have spacious gardens, providing residents with ample outdoor space. The streets are lined with trees, contributing to the overall green and natural feel of the neighborhood.

The area benefits from its proximity to various amenities and facilities. Within a short distance, residents can find schools, including primary and secondary options, making it convenient for families with children. There are also several parks and green spaces nearby, offering recreational opportunities for residents to enjoy outdoor activities.

In terms of transportation, The Leys is well-connected to the rest of Glamorgan and nearby towns. There are bus routes that serve the area, providing easy access to public transportation. Additionally, the M4 motorway is conveniently located nearby, allowing for easy travel by car to other parts of Wales and beyond.

Overall, The Leys in Glamorgan offers a peaceful residential environment with a range of amenities and easy access to transportation links, making it an attractive place to live for families and individuals seeking a tranquil lifestyle.

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The Leys Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.3858/-3.393 or Grid Reference ST0266. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Tidal flats near East Aberthaw
Tidal flats near East Aberthaw
WW1 Memorial at former St Athan Boys' Village The Boys' Village opened in 1925 as a holiday home for up to 180 boys from families of the working class in South Wales. The Boys' Club movement (now Clubs for Young People Wales) had been started in the early 1920s by Captain J Glynn-Jones and David Davies of Llandinam. Davies was the chair of the Ocean Coal Company and Glynn-Jones was its Welfare Officer. The memorial was erected as part of the construction of the camp to commemorate the youth of all nations who died in the First World War. It was located at the focal point of the village within a formal landscaped garden with the village buildings surrounding. It was later amended with the dates of World War II. The Club closed in 1990 and is badly vandalised. The memorial is a grade II listed building.
WW1 Memorial at former St Athan Boys' Village
The Boys' Village opened in 1925 as a holiday home for up to 180 boys from families of the working class in South Wales. The Boys' Club movement (now Clubs for Young People Wales) had been started in the early 1920s by Captain J Glynn-Jones and David Davies of Llandinam. Davies was the chair of the Ocean Coal Company and Glynn-Jones was its Welfare Officer. The memorial was erected as part of the construction of the camp to commemorate the youth of all nations who died in the First World War. It was located at the focal point of the village within a formal landscaped garden with the village buildings surrounding. It was later amended with the dates of World War II. The Club closed in 1990 and is badly vandalised. The memorial is a grade II listed building.
Steps to the beach at Fontygary Bay
Steps to the beach at Fontygary Bay
Fontygary Leisure Park Access to the holiday complex from the beach
Fontygary Leisure Park
Access to the holiday complex from the beach
Watch House Beach Near Fontygary Leisure Park
Watch House Beach
Near Fontygary Leisure Park
Saltmarsh, Andrew's Pant
Saltmarsh, Andrew's Pant
Channel in the tidal flats at East Aberthaw
Channel in the tidal flats at East Aberthaw
Lime works at Aberthaw The lime works opened in 1888 and closed in 1926. This is now a listed building, Grade II, as a well preserved C19 structure from an important regional industry. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/300083144-aberthaw-lime-and-cement-works-rhoose#.YajM1WDP02w" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/300083144-aberthaw-lime-and-cement-works-rhoose#.YajM1WDP02w">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>
Lime works at Aberthaw
The lime works opened in 1888 and closed in 1926. This is now a listed building, Grade II, as a well preserved C19 structure from an important regional industry. LinkExternal link
Lime works at Aberthaw Another view of the lime works <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7033788">ST0366 : Lime works at Aberthaw</a> showing its west face and the kiln openings. The area and ponds near the lime works is now Aberthaw Nature Reserve
Lime works at Aberthaw
Another view of the lime works ST0366 : Lime works at Aberthaw showing its west face and the kiln openings. The area and ponds near the lime works is now Aberthaw Nature Reserve
Pond at Aberthaw Nature Reserve
Pond at Aberthaw Nature Reserve
Sign - Aberthaw Biodiversity Area The derelict lime works in the distance
Sign - Aberthaw Biodiversity Area
The derelict lime works in the distance
Warning sign near the Wales Coast Path Over the other side of the hedge is a grass-seeded ash hill, from the nearby power station.
Warning sign near the Wales Coast Path
Over the other side of the hedge is a grass-seeded ash hill, from the nearby power station.
Sea wall and groynes, Leys Beach
Sea wall and groynes, Leys Beach
Concrete groynes at Leys Beach Reinforced with wood
Concrete groynes at Leys Beach
Reinforced with wood
View through a chain-link fence Aberthaw Power Station was a coal-fired power plant, it generated enough power to meet the needs of 1.5 million households. It closed in March 2020 and is now being decommissoned
View through a chain-link fence
Aberthaw Power Station was a coal-fired power plant, it generated enough power to meet the needs of 1.5 million households. It closed in March 2020 and is now being decommissoned
Decommissioning at the Aberthaw Power Station
Decommissioning at the Aberthaw Power Station
Wales Coast Path about to cross the River Thaw A footpath runs alongside the pipe bridge over the river. This is the longest river in Glamorgan and supports a healthy population of brown trout.
Wales Coast Path about to cross the River Thaw
A footpath runs alongside the pipe bridge over the river. This is the longest river in Glamorgan and supports a healthy population of brown trout.
Estuary of the River Thaw From the footbridge and pipe bridge, at Breaksea Pint
Estuary of the River Thaw
From the footbridge and pipe bridge, at Breaksea Pint
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The Leys is located at Grid Ref: ST0266 (Lat: 51.3858, Lng: -3.393)

Unitary Authority: The Vale of Glamorgan

Police Authority: South Wales

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Nearby Locations

Aberthaw, West The Leys West Aberthaw

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