Nercwys

Community in Flintshire

Wales

Nercwys

Bench mark alongside Ffordd y Pentre This cut bench mark is on the field gatepost at the south west corner of the junction of Ffordd y Pentre and Ffordd Llewelyn. Immediately above the cut mark is the remains of a quarry blasting hole. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3765220">SJ2359 : The Ffordd y Pentre and Ffordd Llewelyn junction, Nercwys</a> For details of the cut mark see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm53020" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm53020">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> — Bench mark alongside Ffordd y Pentre Credit: John S Turner

Nercwys is a small community located in the county of Flintshire, in northeastern Wales. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of Mold, the village is nestled within a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The area is known for its natural beauty and is popular among nature enthusiasts and walkers.

The community of Nercwys is home to a population of around 700 residents. It is a close-knit community that prides itself on its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The village has a strong sense of community spirit, with various social events and activities organized throughout the year, including a popular annual summer fair.

Nercwys boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the 13th-century St. Mary's Church, which is known for its stunning stained glass windows and beautiful architecture.

In terms of amenities, Nercwys has a small community hall that serves as a hub for local events and gatherings. There is also a primary school located within the village, providing education for children from the surrounding areas.

While Nercwys may be a relatively small community, it offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle for its residents. Surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery and with a strong sense of community, Nercwys is a charming village that captures the essence of rural Wales.

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Nercwys Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.1344/-3.154552 or Grid Reference SJ2260. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bench mark alongside Ffordd y Pentre

This cut bench mark is on the field gatepost at the south west corner of the junction of Ffordd y Pentre and Ffordd Llewelyn. Immediately above the cut mark is the remains of a quarry blasting hole. See also SJ2359 : The Ffordd y Pentre and Ffordd Llewelyn junction, Nercwys For details of the cut mark see: Link

John S Turner

The Ffordd y Pentre and Ffordd Llewelyn junction, Nercwys

Looking across Ffordd y Pentre towards Ffordd Llewelyn outside the village of Nercwys. A stone gatepost for the field gate at the left of the junction has a cut bench mark: SJ2359 : Bench mark alongside Ffordd y Pentre

John S Turner

Ffordd y Pentre, Nercwys

Looking south along Ffordd y Pentre from its junction with Ffordd Llewelyn. The nearest gatepost on the right has an Ordnance Survey bench mark: SJ2359 : Bench mark alongside Ffordd y Pentre

John S Turner

The stile for footpaths in Nercwys Forest

Is clearly marked but I could not find the path marked on the OS map heading south west from this end or the other end!

Maggie Cox

Ffordd Talwrn heading east

Maggie Cox

Footpath through grazing land

With Coed Gwern-rhiw woodland in the distance

Maggie Cox

Farm tracks, gates and fields south of Talwrn

Maggie Cox

Ford and footbridge over the Afon Terrig

Maggie Cox

Gwern Rhiw, Ffordd Talwyrn

Alex McGregor

Ffordd Talwyrn

Alex McGregor

Ffordd y Pentre at Glan Terrig Farm

Colin Pyle

Ffordd Talwrn passes under power line

Colin Pyle

Ffordd Nercwys nears Terrig Bridge

Colin Pyle

Ffordd y Pentre and the modern Pont Iago

Looking south along Ffordd y Pentre towards the modern Pont Iago. The ancient Pont Iago is out of sight to the right on private land, and this 'by-pass' and new bridge first appears on the 1962 O.S. map. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the bridge parapet on the right nearest the camera - SJ2359 : Bench mark on Pont Iago, Ffordd y Pentre

John S Turner

Bench mark on Pont Iago, Ffordd y Pentre

This Ordnance Survey bench mark is on the modern Pont Iago, which by-passes the nearby historic bridge. The Ordnance Survey database quotes the height for this mark, but the grid reference for the old bridge. See also SJ2359 : Ffordd y Pentre and the modern Pont Iago and SJ2359 : Ffordd y Pentre and a bench mark on Pont Iago

John S Turner

Ffordd y Pentre and a bench mark on Pont Iago

Looking north along Ffordd y Pentre from the modern Pont Iago. This section of the lane is a modern by-pass avoiding the narrow historic Pont Iago, which is further left/west. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the bridge parapet on the left - SJ2359 : Bench mark on Pont Iago, Ffordd y Pentre

John S Turner

Rivet bench mark on Pont Terrig

This Ordnance Survey rivet bench mark is on the eastern parapet of Terrig Bridge, which carries Ffordd y Pentre over the Afon Terrig. The mark pre-dates the 1872 O.S. map. See also SJ2459 : Pont Terrig, Afon Terrig and Ffordd y Pentre

John S Turner

Pont Terrig, Afon Terrig and Ffordd y Pentre

Looking north along Ffordd y Pentre from Pont Terrig. Afon Terrig can be seen below, and there is an Ordnance Survey rivet bench mark on the parapet just in front of the camera - SJ2459 : Rivet bench mark on Pont Terrig

John S Turner

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Nercwys is located at Grid Ref: SJ2260 (Lat: 53.1344, Lng: -3.154552)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales