Cefn Fforest

Community in Monmouthshire

Wales

Cefn Fforest

Welcome to Blackwood Golf Club
Welcome to Blackwood Golf Club Credit: Alan Hughes

Cefn Fforest is a community located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. It is situated in the eastern part of the county, near the border with Caerphilly county borough. The community covers an area of approximately 2.5 square miles and is home to a population of around 5,000 people.

The area is known for its picturesque landscapes, with rolling hills and beautiful countryside surrounding the community. The village itself is centered around a main street, lined with a variety of local amenities such as shops, pubs, and cafes. There is also a primary school and a community center, which serves as a hub for various activities and events.

Cefn Fforest has a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Iron Age. The community was primarily agricultural in the past, but has seen some industrial development in recent years, particularly in the form of light manufacturing and services. Many residents commute to nearby towns and cities for work, with good transport links connecting Cefn Fforest to the wider region.

The community has a strong sense of community spirit, with various local groups and organizations working together to enhance the quality of life for its residents. There are also several green spaces and recreational facilities, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure pursuits.

Overall, Cefn Fforest offers a peaceful and charming living environment, with a close-knit community and easy access to both rural and urban amenities.

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Cefn Fforest Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.668747/-3.210992 or Grid Reference ST1697. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Welcome to Blackwood Golf Club
Welcome to Blackwood Golf Club
Teeing off from the 10th Blackwood Golf Club.
Teeing off from the 10th
Blackwood Golf Club.
Sirhowy Bridge, Blackwood
Sirhowy Bridge, Blackwood
Fenced lane
Fenced lane
Playing field, Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre Next to the flat field is Blackwood Police Station. The pylon of Chartist Bridge is beyond.
Playing field, Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre
Next to the flat field is Blackwood Police Station. The pylon of Chartist Bridge is beyond.
Line of trees by playing field, Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre Oak trees.
Line of trees by playing field, Pontllanfraith Leisure Centre
Oak trees.
60 Canberra Close, Penmaen after heavy snow A day or two after 36 hours of continuous snow in early January. This blocked the road and caused disruption.
60 Canberra Close, Penmaen after heavy snow
A day or two after 36 hours of continuous snow in early January. This blocked the road and caused disruption.
Canberra Close, Penmaen after heavy snow Residential road on housing estate.
Canberra Close, Penmaen after heavy snow
Residential road on housing estate.
NNW through Blackwood Bus Station In May 2022 this is a 9-bay bus station.
NNW through Blackwood Bus Station
In May 2022 this is a 9-bay bus station.
Bilingual Bus Station direction sign, Blackwood "Bus station" is "Gorsaf fysiau" in Welsh. 
Part of Blackwood Bus Station <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660">Link</a> is in the background.
Bilingual Bus Station direction sign, Blackwood
"Bus station" is "Gorsaf fysiau" in Welsh. Part of Blackwood Bus Station Link is in the background.
No parking in Bus Station Road, Blackwood Double yellow lines on both sides of the road indicate no parking at any time. Blackwood Bus Station <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660">Link</a> is behind the camera.
No parking in Bus Station Road, Blackwood
Double yellow lines on both sides of the road indicate no parking at any time. Blackwood Bus Station Link is behind the camera.
Roads near Blackwood Bus Station Ahead then left for High Street. Behind the camera for Blackwood Bus Station. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660">Link</a>
Roads near Blackwood Bus Station
Ahead then left for High Street. Behind the camera for Blackwood Bus Station. Link
Yellow grit / salt box at the edge of Blackwood Bus Station Blackwood Bus Station <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7167660">Link</a> is behind the camera.
Yellow grit / salt box at the edge of Blackwood Bus Station
Blackwood Bus Station Link is behind the camera.
Path towards Blackwood Bus Station Towards the southern entrance to the 9-bay bus station.
Path towards Blackwood Bus Station
Towards the southern entrance to the 9-bay bus station.
Old Telephone Exchange, Blackwood In May 2022 the former telephone exchange is the premises of AJM Autoservices.
Old Telephone Exchange, Blackwood
In May 2022 the former telephone exchange is the premises of AJM Autoservices.
NNW through Blackwood Bus Station The passenger side of the 9-bay bus station in May 2022.
NNW through Blackwood Bus Station
The passenger side of the 9-bay bus station in May 2022.
Blackwood Bus Station Bay 9 At the southern end of the 9-bay bus station.
Blackwood Bus Station Bay 9
At the southern end of the 9-bay bus station.
Two Stagecoach buses in Blackwood Bus Station A Stagecoach Gold bus is behind multicoloured Stagecoach bus 47905 on May 5th 2022.
Two Stagecoach buses in Blackwood Bus Station
A Stagecoach Gold bus is behind multicoloured Stagecoach bus 47905 on May 5th 2022.
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Cefn Fforest is located at Grid Ref: ST1697 (Lat: 51.668747, Lng: -3.210992)

Unitary Authority: Caerphilly

Police Authority: Gwent

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Pub
Stonehouse Inn
Addr City: Blackwood
Addr Postcode: NP12 3LZ
Addr Street: Bryn Road
Email: manageress.thepub@gmail.com
Opening Hours: Mo-Th 15:00-23:30; Fr-Su 12:00-23:30
Phone: +44 1443 314 592
Website: https://en-gb.facebook.com/people/The-Stonehouse-Inn/100063626797652/
Lat/Long: 51.6685049/-3.2085118
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