Waun-gilwen

Settlement in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Waun-gilwen

Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth Pontroed yn rhychwantu Nant Bran yng Nghwmhiraeth. Mae&#039;r heol sy&#039;n rhydio&#039;r afon yn arwain lan y tyle at Ffarm Pant yr Efail, man geni Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. Y bwthyn adfeiliedig yn y pellter yw Maes y Coed (&#039;Banc yr On&#039; gynt)

A footbridge spanning the Bran River in Cwmhiraeth. The road which fords the stream leads up to Pant yr Efail Farm, the birthplace of Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. The dilapidated cottage in the distance is called Maes y Coed (formerly &#039;Banc yr On&#039;) — Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth Credit: Alan Richards

Waun-gilwen is a picturesque village located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated just a few miles from the town of Newcastle Emlyn, this charming village offers a tranquil and scenic setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside, providing a peaceful and idyllic atmosphere. It is known for its stunning views of the nearby Preseli Hills, which add to the beauty of the landscape.

Waun-gilwen is home to a close-knit community, with a small but friendly population. The village has a rich history, with the origins of some of its buildings dating back several centuries. Traditional Welsh architecture can be seen throughout the village, adding to its character and charm.

Despite its small size, Waun-gilwen offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a small convenience store. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that families with young children have access to education within the community.

For outdoor enthusiasts, there are plenty of opportunities for walking and hiking in the surrounding countryside. The village is also conveniently located near the River Teifi, providing opportunities for fishing and water-based activities.

Overall, Waun-gilwen is a delightful village that offers a peaceful and scenic lifestyle, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rural retreat in Carmarthenshire.

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Waun-gilwen Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.026886/-4.413054 or Grid Reference SN3439. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth

Pontroed yn rhychwantu Nant Bran yng Nghwmhiraeth. Mae'r heol sy'n rhydio'r afon yn arwain lan y tyle at Ffarm Pant yr Efail, man geni Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. Y bwthyn adfeiliedig yn y pellter yw Maes y Coed ('Banc yr On' gynt) A footbridge spanning the Bran River in Cwmhiraeth. The road which fords the stream leads up to Pant yr Efail Farm, the birthplace of Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. The dilapidated cottage in the distance is called Maes y Coed (formerly 'Banc yr On')

Alan Richards

St Barnabas Church at Felindre

Peter Wood

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This can be found on a buttress at St Barnabas Church. For more detail see : Link

Peter Wood

National Wool Museum, Dre-fach Felindre

Part of the National Museum of Wales.

Chris Andrews

The 11:30 express is about to depart

Row17

Road bridge across the Teifi, Henllan

John Lord

1892 GWR 35629 (marked 35829) Tunnel Brake Van, Teifi Valley Railway, Henllan Station

Converted for working in Severn Tunnel (verandah enclosed) in 1949. Arrived at Gwili Railway and then to Teifi Valley. In private ownership.

Jo and Steve Turner

Looking west-southwest along the A475

Just before it begins a steep descent.

John Baker

Henllan Falls

The Teifi forms the boundary between Ceredigion (left) and Carmarthenshire (right).

Dylan Moore

View towards Cwmhiraeth

Alistair Hare

Old Mill Store, Drefach Felindre

Chris Andrews

Llwybr Drefach Felindre / Drefach Felindre Path

Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad yr amgueddfa wlan. A public footpath heading in the direction of the woollen museum.

Alan Richards

Tafarn John y Gwas / John y Gwas Public House

Cerddwyr yn agosau at Dafarn John y Gwas, New Shop Inn gynt. Enwyd y tafarn ar ol y cynghorydd John Evans, gwr a fu'n amlwg iawn yng nghylchoedd crefyddol, diwylliannol a chymdeithasol y gymuned. Walkers approaching Tafarn John y Gwas (trans. John the servant's tavern), formerly known as the New Shop Inn. The present pub is named after John Evans, a former councillor, who made a valuable contribution to the cultural, religious and social life in the district.

Alan Richards

Llwybr yn Nrefelin / A footpath at Drefelin

Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr cyhoeddus yn Nrefelin. Walkers following a public footpath at Drefelin (trans. homestead of the mill).

Alan Richards

Cwmhiraeth

Tai ym mhentre Cwmhiraeth. Houses in the village of Cwmhireth (trans. valley of longing?)

Alan Richards

Nant BrÃ¢n Ford

This is the first of two fords on Nant Brân near Cwmhiraeth. The building in the image was at an early stage of renovation.

John Walton

Car park, National Wool Museum

The museum is to the right on the other side of a river.

M J Roscoe

Path to National Wool Museum

The path comes from the car park SN3539 : Car park, National Wool Museum and here runs alongside the former tailrace from the waterwheel before going to the entrance to the museum (out of shot to left). The brick building is part of the woollen mill.

M J Roscoe

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Waun-gilwen is located at Grid Ref: SN3439 (Lat: 52.026886, Lng: -4.413054)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Waungilwen