Victoria

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Victoria

Sticil uwchben yr A4048 / A stile above the A4048 Sticil uwchben yr A4048 ger Pyllau Bedwellte.

A stile above the A4048 near Bedwellty Pits. — Sticil uwchben yr A4048 / A stile above the A4048 Credit: Alan Richards

Victoria is a small village located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated on the eastern side of the county, it lies approximately 10 miles northeast of the bustling city of Newport. With a population of around 1,500 residents, it is a close-knit and tight community.

The village of Victoria is primarily a residential area, characterized by a mix of traditional Welsh cottages and modern housing developments. The surrounding countryside offers picturesque views, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter, more rural lifestyle.

Despite its small size, Victoria boasts a few amenities for its residents. The village has a local primary school, providing education for the younger population. There is also a small community center, which hosts various events and gatherings throughout the year. For shopping needs, residents can access nearby towns such as Abergavenny or Monmouth, both within a short drive.

The area surrounding Victoria offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The village is located near the Brecon Beacons National Park, a popular destination for hiking, cycling, and exploring the stunning natural landscapes of Wales. Additionally, the River Usk flows nearby, providing opportunities for fishing and other water-based activities.

Overall, Victoria is a charming village in Monmouthshire, offering a peaceful and scenic environment for its residents. It is an ideal place for those seeking a rural lifestyle while still having access to nearby amenities and the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

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Victoria Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.757359/-3.204248 or Grid Reference SO1607. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sticil uwchben yr A4048 / A stile above the A4048

Sticil uwchben yr A4048 ger Pyllau Bedwellte. A stile above the A4048 near Bedwellty Pits.

Alan Richards

Llwybr i Byllau Bedwellte / Path to Bedwellty Pits

Llwybr troed a llwybr seiclo yn mynd i gyfeiriad Pyllau Bedwellte, A footpath and cycle path heading towards Bedwellty Pits.

Alan Richards

Pombren ger Pyllau Bedwellte / Footbridge near Bedwellty Pits

Pompren yn rhychwantu Afon Sirhywi. A footbridge spanning Sirhowy river.

Alan Richards

Llwybr i Gefn Manmoel / Path to Cefn Manmoel

Llwybr yn dringo'r tyle i Gefn Manmoel. Path ascending the hill to Cefn Manmoel.

Alan Richards

Llwybr i Droedrhiwgwair / Path to Troedrhiwgwair

Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i lawr y waered i gyfeiriad Troedrhiwgwair. Path descending the hill towards Troedrhiwgwair (trans. foot of the hay slope).

Alan Richards

Llwybr i Droedrhiwgwair / Path to Troedrhiwgwair

Llwybr yn mynd i lawr y waered i gyfeiriad Troedrhiwgwair. Path descending the hill towards Troedrhiwgwair (trans. foot of the hay slope).

Alan Richards

Cefn Manmoel

Cefn Manmoel uwchben Glyn Ebwy. Cefn Manmoel above Ebbw Vale.

Alan Richards

Y Domen Fawr

Agosau at Y Domen Fawr, y bryncyn yn y pellter. Approaching Y Domen Fawr (trans. the big mound), the hillock in the distance.

Alan Richards

Y Domen Fawr

Llwybr wedi ei erydu'n wael ar Y Domen Fawr. A badly eroded path on Y Domen Fawr (trans. the big mound).

Alan Richards

Trac i lawr o'r mynydd / Track down from the mountain

Trac yn mynd i lawr y waered ger Coed y Rhyd. A track descending the hill near Coed y Rhyd (trans. wood of the ford).

Alan Richards

Coed y Rhyd

Llwybr yn mynd i lawr y waered drwy goedwigaeth. A path descending through the forestry.

Alan Richards

Tuag at Gronfa ddwr Sant Iago / Towards St James' Reservoir

Llwybr yn arwain at Gronfa Ddwr Sant Iago. Path approaching St James' Reservoir.

Alan Richards

Llwybr i'r goedwigaeth / Path to the forestry

Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i mewn i blanhigfa gonifferaidd. A public footpath entering a conifer plantation.

Alan Richards

Llwybr drwy'r goedwigaeth / Path through the forestry

Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd drwy blanhigfa gonifferaidd. A public footpath going through a conifer plantation.

Alan Richards

Ebbw Vale Town station and the view south

The 16.37 departure for Cardiff is nearly ready - 20 minutes later than scheduled. On the day of photography, the schedule had fallen apart by mid-afternoon, with trains hopelessly out of their expected pattern of operations.

Peter Whatley

Pond cleared of grass, Silent Valley LNR

The pond near the former Ty'n-y-gelli Farm has been largely cleared of grass by a Gwent Wildlife Trust working party; a task made easier by the drought. The pond was last cleared in May 2017 SO1807 : Pond clearance, Silent Valley Local Nature Reserve, viewed from other end of pond.

M J Roscoe

Closed tip and nature reserve, Cwm Merddog

The closed Silent Valley waste tip is on the left on the flank of Tarren y Trwyn. Gwent Wildlife Trust's nature reserve is on the right of the fence.

M J Roscoe

Site of former Ty'n-y-gelli farmhouse

The house was on the grassy mound, to the left of centre, in Silent Valley LNR; ruins on mound - SO1807 : Ruins of Ty'n-y-gelli, Silent Valley. The security fence separates the reserve from the closed waste tip, camera position.

M J Roscoe

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Victoria is located at Grid Ref: SO1607 (Lat: 51.757359, Lng: -3.204248)

Unitary Authority: Blaenau Gwent

Police Authority: Gwent