Aber Arad

Settlement in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Aber Arad

Row of houses at Danyrhelyg South-west of Newcastle Emlyn
Row of houses at Danyrhelyg Credit: Eirian Evans

Aber Arad is a charming village located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated on the banks of the River Arad, it is nestled within the stunning Welsh countryside, offering residents and visitors alike breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.

The village is renowned for its rich history, dating back to medieval times. Evidence of this can be seen in the remains of Aber Arad Castle, a 13th-century fortress that once stood proudly on a nearby hilltop. Today, only a few ruins remain, but they serve as a reminder of the village's past.

Aber Arad is a close-knit community, with a population of approximately 500 residents. The village has a warm and welcoming atmosphere, and locals take pride in maintaining its traditional Welsh character. The village center features a few local businesses, including a small grocery store and a quaint café, providing essential amenities for the community.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Aber Arad due to its proximity to the Brechfa Forest, a vast woodland renowned for its walking and cycling trails. The forest offers a serene escape for outdoor enthusiasts, allowing them to explore the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Aber Arad is a picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. Its historical significance, coupled with its natural surroundings, makes it an attractive destination for those seeking a tranquil retreat in the heart of Wales.

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Aber Arad Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.034997/-4.460004 or Grid Reference SN3140. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Row of houses at Danyrhelyg South-west of Newcastle Emlyn
Row of houses at Danyrhelyg
South-west of Newcastle Emlyn
B4333 heading for Newcastle Emlyn Heading downhill along the B4333 for Newcastle Emlyn.
B4333 heading for Newcastle Emlyn
Heading downhill along the B4333 for Newcastle Emlyn.
Bend in the road heading for Newcastle Emlyn View of a bend in the B4333 and the track into the forest, heading downhill for Newcastle Emlyn.
Bend in the road heading for Newcastle Emlyn
View of a bend in the B4333 and the track into the forest, heading downhill for Newcastle Emlyn.
Part of the livestock mart in Newcastle Emlyn By midday the morning trading is virtually done and the last sheep are being loaded.
Part of the livestock mart in Newcastle Emlyn
By midday the morning trading is virtually done and the last sheep are being loaded.
Part of Sycamore Street in Newcastle Emlyn It's a pleasure to walk down such a busy high street with its variety of small independent traders seemingly happily co-existing cheek-by-jowl with some of the usual national retail chains and major banks. Lots of colour, plenty of individuality and obviously tailored to a local customer base.
Part of Sycamore Street in Newcastle Emlyn
It's a pleasure to walk down such a busy high street with its variety of small independent traders seemingly happily co-existing cheek-by-jowl with some of the usual national retail chains and major banks. Lots of colour, plenty of individuality and obviously tailored to a local customer base.
The old Town Hall and Bridge Street, Newcastle Emlyn Newcastle Emlyn has main streets packed with varied and interesting architecture, plenty of history and topical interest today, a nice combination.
The old Town Hall and Bridge Street, Newcastle Emlyn
Newcastle Emlyn has main streets packed with varied and interesting architecture, plenty of history and topical interest today, a nice combination.
Entrance to Castell Newydd Emlyn The ruins of the castle gatehouse stand beyond this new gateway which incorporates a piece of public art in the form of a dragon. At first I thought it was a sea or river creature, possibly due to the wave motif on the gate. Why does some public art prompt more questions than it answers? Why does this dragon look anatomically imperfect (small stunted wings / short stumpy legs / short inflexible neck), like a deformed, disempowered menace? Has the artist gone for 'worm' rather than dragon? Why am I asking questions about a mythical creature? Why does it bother me? Does it bother anyone else? [Why don't you have a holiday? Ed.]
Entrance to Castell Newydd Emlyn
The ruins of the castle gatehouse stand beyond this new gateway which incorporates a piece of public art in the form of a dragon. At first I thought it was a sea or river creature, possibly due to the wave motif on the gate. Why does some public art prompt more questions than it answers? Why does this dragon look anatomically imperfect (small stunted wings / short stumpy legs / short inflexible neck), like a deformed, disempowered menace? Has the artist gone for 'worm' rather than dragon? Why am I asking questions about a mythical creature? Why does it bother me? Does it bother anyone else? [Why don't you have a holiday? Ed.]
A rookery above Newcastle Emlyn This rookery stands out against the still budding treetops and the noise is pretty conspicuous; parent rooks 'caw' and hop and flap about and in the midst of the commotion I caught the piping of baby rooks demanding feeding.
A rookery above Newcastle Emlyn
This rookery stands out against the still budding treetops and the noise is pretty conspicuous; parent rooks 'caw' and hop and flap about and in the midst of the commotion I caught the piping of baby rooks demanding feeding.
Redevelopment near Adpar This old place has seen better days and redevelopment has started but might have been suspended for some reason.
Redevelopment near Adpar
This old place has seen better days and redevelopment has started but might have been suspended for some reason.
Sheep and lambs in Adpar These are Oxford Down sheep and lambs - very distinctive facially - and beautiful. This confident little lamb approached when I called and was curious, intelligent and adventurous.
Sheep and lambs in Adpar
These are Oxford Down sheep and lambs - very distinctive facially - and beautiful. This confident little lamb approached when I called and was curious, intelligent and adventurous.
Cottage in Adpar Yes, that's a boat being built behind the cottage.
Cottage in Adpar
Yes, that's a boat being built behind the cottage.
A475 passes through Llandyfriog
A475 passes through Llandyfriog
Afon Teifi above Castell Newydd-Emlyn This river forms the boundary between Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire for most of its 75 mile length, eventually flowing into the sea below the town of Cardigan.
Afon Teifi above Castell Newydd-Emlyn
This river forms the boundary between Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire for most of its 75 mile length, eventually flowing into the sea below the town of Cardigan.
The Bunch of Grapes Sycamore Street
The Bunch of Grapes Sycamore Street
B4333 is Lloyd Terrace in Adpar
B4333 is Lloyd Terrace in Adpar
Afon Teifi in Newcastle Emlyn This view is looking upstream from the A475 road bridge.
Afon Teifi in Newcastle Emlyn
This view is looking upstream from the A475 road bridge.
Castell Newydd Emlyn This is the remains of what was a gatehouse and south tower destroyed in 1644 during the Civil War. The original stone structure dates from the last quarter of 13th C. Naturally enough the ruins are Grade I listed with Cadw Building ID: 9716.
Castell Newydd Emlyn
This is the remains of what was a gatehouse and south tower destroyed in 1644 during the Civil War. The original stone structure dates from the last quarter of 13th C. Naturally enough the ruins are Grade I listed with Cadw Building ID: 9716.
Ivy Bush N.C.E Carreg-las Morris dancing outside the Ivy Bush Victorian Evening Christmas 2011
Ivy Bush N.C.E
Carreg-las Morris dancing outside the Ivy Bush Victorian Evening Christmas 2011
Show me another place!

Aber Arad is located at Grid Ref: SN3140 (Lat: 52.034997, Lng: -4.460004)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

Also known as: Aberarad, Aber-Arad

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Located within 500m of 52.034997,-4.460004
Newcastle Emlyn
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
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Bus Stop
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Aber-Arad
Alt Name: Aberarad
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Wikidata: Q4666755
Wikipedia: en:Aber-arad
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Crossing
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Ysbryd Y Ddraig
Artist Name: Pamela Gaunt;Ian Johnstone
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Description: Dragon-themed sculpture with embedded seat. Designed by Pamela Gaunt and made by Ian Johnstone.
Material: wood
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Url: https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMP9FM_Spirit_of_the_Dragon_Castell_Newydd_Emlyn_Carmarthenshire_Wales
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Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Colour: yellow
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box (painted yellow), Heol Arad, Newcastle Emlyn
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Ref GB The Circuit: 2FB4F3B5-F31E-495B-9DD5-ADD300C4F771
Lat/Long: 52.0347028/-4.4582529
Bench
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Bench
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