Wilcrick

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Wilcrick

Magor Services Off M4 junction 23a
Magor Services Credit: John Thorn

Wilcrick is a small village located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated approximately 4 miles northeast of the town of Caldicot, it is nestled in a rural setting surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is home to a close-knit community and offers a tranquil and peaceful environment.

One of the notable features of Wilcrick is its historic church, St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a fine example of Norman architecture and is a popular attraction for visitors interested in historical and cultural heritage. The churchyard provides a peaceful space for reflection and is maintained by local volunteers.

The village itself consists of a handful of residential properties, most of which are traditional stone-built cottages. The surrounding area is primarily farmland, with fields of grazing livestock and rolling hills. This makes Wilcrick an ideal destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquility of the Welsh countryside.

Although Wilcrick is a small village, it benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and amenities. The town of Caldicot offers a range of shops, schools, and recreational facilities, while excellent transport links provide easy access to major cities such as Newport and Cardiff.

In summary, Wilcrick is a charming village in Monmouthshire, Wales, characterized by its historic church, idyllic countryside setting, and close-knit community. It offers a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike, while still providing easy access to nearby towns and amenities.

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Wilcrick Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.587871/-2.85477 or Grid Reference ST4088. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Magor Services Off M4 junction 23a
Magor Services
Off M4 junction 23a
St. Mary's Church, Magor
St. Mary's Church, Magor
Magor The town Centre
Magor
The town Centre
Looking North from the B4245 A lorry can be seen at the left edge of the picture, travelling East on the M4, the motorway itself hidden in a shallow cutting.
Looking North from the B4245
A lorry can be seen at the left edge of the picture, travelling East on the M4, the motorway itself hidden in a shallow cutting.
Wilcrick Wishing Well. The well can be found on the village green at Wilcrick, which is just off the B4245.
Wilcrick Wishing Well.
The well can be found on the village green at Wilcrick, which is just off the B4245.
View towards Penhow Castle Landscape immediately north of the Gwent levels at Magor is characterised by shallow valleys cut into low hills of Carboniferous limestone and limestone shales. Steeper slopes and hill tops are often wooded. The winter cereal crop is beginning to show.
View towards Penhow Castle
Landscape immediately north of the Gwent levels at Magor is characterised by shallow valleys cut into low hills of Carboniferous limestone and limestone shales. Steeper slopes and hill tops are often wooded. The winter cereal crop is beginning to show.
After the Rain A rather muddy scene looking out over the flat farmland close to the River Severn estuary.
After the Rain
A rather muddy scene looking out over the flat farmland close to the River Severn estuary.
Steam Special 5051 "Earl Bathurst" joins the mainline from Cardiff to Paddington with a steam special that started in Swansea.
Steam Special
5051 "Earl Bathurst" joins the mainline from Cardiff to Paddington with a steam special that started in Swansea.
Wilcrick Hill Wilcrick hill is the site of an ancient Hill Fort
Wilcrick Hill
Wilcrick hill is the site of an ancient Hill Fort
Old garage or farm building, with track junction
Old garage or farm building, with track junction
Country road junction The "main" road does a right-angle bend here - but it's still basically single track.
Country road junction
The "main" road does a right-angle bend here - but it's still basically single track.
Bend in the road - and the stream. This little-used road from Bishton to Wilcrick was filled with wildlife, most notably what I believe to have been an adder - the first time in 50 years on this planet that I have seen a wild snake in Britain.
Bend in the road - and the stream.
This little-used road from Bishton to Wilcrick was filled with wildlife, most notably what I believe to have been an adder - the first time in 50 years on this planet that I have seen a wild snake in Britain.
Bend in the road to Wilcrick This is a particularly beautiful, peaceful open space, unusual in the lack of hedges or trees at the road margins.
Bend in the road to Wilcrick
This is a particularly beautiful, peaceful open space, unusual in the lack of hedges or trees at the road margins.
Reen and field One on the reens NW of the Rush Wall. The Tesco distribution centre can just be seen in the distance.
Reen and field
One on the reens NW of the Rush Wall. The Tesco distribution centre can just be seen in the distance.
A Short Steel Train Heads East 60037 heads steel for Bristol along the South Wales main line near Magor.
A Short Steel Train Heads East
60037 heads steel for Bristol along the South Wales main line near Magor.
The London-South Wales main railway line near Magor View looks eastwards from the road bridge over the railway line at Llandevenny.
The London-South Wales main railway line near Magor
View looks eastwards from the road bridge over the railway line at Llandevenny.
Paddington bound! View looks westwards towards Newport (Gwent). In this shot a diesel High Speed Train thunders under the Llandevenny road bridge near Magor. The side line on the right goes to the Llanwern steelworks.
Paddington bound!
View looks westwards towards Newport (Gwent). In this shot a diesel High Speed Train thunders under the Llandevenny road bridge near Magor. The side line on the right goes to the Llanwern steelworks.
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Wilcrick is located at Grid Ref: ST4088 (Lat: 51.587871, Lng: -2.85477)

Unitary Authority: Newport

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Chwilgrug

What 3 Words

///gums.obey.baseless. Near Bishton, Newport

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Located within 500m of 51.587871,-2.85477
Wilcrick Hill
Ele: 69
Name Cy: Bryn Chwilgrug
Natural: peak
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q106711658
Lat/Long: 51.5860636/-2.8513553
Wilcrick
Name Cy: Chwilgrug
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q8000336
Lat/Long: 51.5884893/-2.8538394
Ele: 50
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.5855934/-2.8551679
Bus Stop
Lat/Long: 51.5877607/-2.8478327
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