Aberriw

Community in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Aberriw

The Talbot Hotel The Talbot Hotel, Berriew.
The Talbot Hotel Credit: Alan Hughes

Aberriw is a small community located in Montgomeryshire, Powys, Wales. Situated in the picturesque countryside, Aberriw offers a tranquil and scenic environment for its residents and visitors.

The community is home to a population of around 200 people, providing a close-knit and friendly atmosphere. Aberriw has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the prehistoric era. The area was a hub for agriculture and mining during the 19th and early 20th centuries, with remnants of old buildings and industrial sites still visible today.

Nature enthusiasts will find Aberriw a haven for outdoor activities. The community is surrounded by stunning landscapes, including rolling hills and meandering rivers. The nearby Montgomery Canal offers opportunities for boating and walking along the towpath, while the surrounding hills provide excellent hiking and biking trails.

Aberriw is proud of its sense of community and has several local amenities to cater to its residents' needs. These include a village hall, a church, and a primary school. Additionally, the community has a lively social scene, with various clubs and organizations offering activities for all ages.

Although Aberriw is a small community, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns such as Newtown and Welshpool, which provide access to a wider range of services and amenities.

Overall, Aberriw offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a close connection with nature and a strong sense of community.

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Aberriw Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.596886/-3.231273 or Grid Reference SJ1600. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Talbot Hotel The Talbot Hotel, Berriew.
The Talbot Hotel
The Talbot Hotel, Berriew.
River View View across the river Rhiw at Berriew.
River View
View across the river Rhiw at Berriew.
Footbridge over the Rhiw An old footbridge spanning the river Rhiw.
Footbridge over the Rhiw
An old footbridge spanning the river Rhiw.
Footbridge over the Rhiw The footbridge across the Rhiw at Berriew.
Footbridge over the Rhiw
The footbridge across the Rhiw at Berriew.
The Old Mill The Old Mill, Berriew.
The Old Mill
The Old Mill, Berriew.
The Talbot Hotel & Restaurant at Berriew Lovely village pub, hotel and eatery.
The Talbot Hotel & Restaurant at Berriew
Lovely village pub, hotel and eatery.
Part of the Afon Rhiw at Berriew Bridge What a lovely river, well worth a walk and explore.
Part of the Afon Rhiw at Berriew Bridge
What a lovely river, well worth a walk and explore.
Part of the Afon Rhiw below Berriew Bridge
Part of the Afon Rhiw below Berriew Bridge
Berriew Bridge
Berriew Bridge
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the NW parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 87.380m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the NW parapet of the bridge. It marks a point 87.380m above mean sea level.
River Rhiw Upstream from Berriew.
River Rhiw
Upstream from Berriew.
Farm track to Glanrhiew
Farm track to Glanrhiew
Barns at Felindre Farm
Barns at Felindre Farm
Field with barn Near Faenor Uchaf.
Field with barn
Near Faenor Uchaf.
Winter field and woodland
Winter field and woodland
Woodland edge
Woodland edge
River Rhiw Upstream from Felindre Bridge.
River Rhiw
Upstream from Felindre Bridge.
B4385 south of Berriew Bridge
B4385 south of Berriew Bridge
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Aberriw is located at Grid Ref: SJ1600 (Lat: 52.596886, Lng: -3.231273)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Berriew

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