Aber Clydach

Settlement in Brecknockshire

Wales

Aber Clydach

Bank at Talybont Reservoir Credit: Darren Haddock

Aber Clydach is a charming village located in the county of Brecknockshire, Wales. Nestled in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it offers stunning natural beauty and a rich cultural heritage. With a population of around 300 people, it maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is situated on the banks of the River Clydach, which winds its way through the picturesque countryside. The surrounding landscapes are characterized by rolling hills, lush green meadows, and cascading waterfalls, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Aber Clydach is known for its historic landmarks, including the Grade II-listed Clydach Ironworks. This former ironworks site played a significant role in the industrial revolution of Wales during the 19th century. Today, it stands as a reminder of the region's industrial past and attracts visitors interested in its history.

The village features a range of amenities to cater to the needs of residents and visitors alike. A local pub offers a warm and friendly atmosphere, serving traditional Welsh cuisine and locally brewed ales. There is also a small convenience store for everyday essentials.

Aber Clydach is a popular destination for hikers and cyclists, with numerous trails and paths crisscrossing the surrounding countryside. The nearby Brecon Beacons provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, horseback riding, and birdwatching.

Overall, Aber Clydach is a tranquil and scenic village that showcases the beauty of the Welsh countryside while preserving its historical heritage.

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Aber Clydach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.884025/-3.299603 or Grid Reference SO1021. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bank at Talybont Reservoir

Darren Haddock

Picnic Area and Information Board near Talybont Reservoir

Darren Haddock

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, near Talybont

Electrically operated road bridge.

Pip Rolls

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, Ashford Tunnel

You have to check before entering, that there is no-one else in there!

Pip Rolls

Talybont Reservoir

The area of the reservoir closest to the dam.

James Boulter

Canal bridge, Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal, Talybont 1978

Another lifting canal bridge sited at the junction of the canal, the B4558 and the road leading to Talybont reservoir. Photographed December 1979.

Crispin Purdye

Talybont Reservoir, dam at north end

Taken while cycling Lon Las Cymru (National Cycle Network route 8)

Richard Fairhurst

Talybont Reservoir

View SW towards Allt Lwyd, at a time of low water levels, quite common in the 1990's.

Richard Webb

Bridge restrictions

The drawbridge stays down during the school run. There is another sign on the other side of the bridge in English and in Welsh stating the restrictions unfortunately the reflection of the sun makes it hard to read the times on the picture.

Helene

On the north side of Tor y Foel

Tor y Foel is the extension of the main Brecon Beacons ridge east of the deep Caerfanell valley, which now holds Talybont reservoir (SO1020 : Talybont Reservoir). The footpath from Llangynidr cuts across the side of the hill. The hill in the background is Twyn Du on the other side of the Caerfanell. An access road to an old quarry south of Tor y Foel runs N to S through this square. The higher ground in S is open grassland while the lower areas are enclosed grazing, with a little forest on the steep slopes of Caerfanell valley in W.

Rudi Winter

Retired petrol pumps

anonymous

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, Talybont

The bridge is White Hart Bridge No 143, beyond which are the remains on the railway bridge of the former Midland Railway Hereford, Hay and Brecon line.

Dr Neil Clifton

Ashford Tunnel

A view along the side of the B4558 as the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal disappears into the north entrance of the Ashford Tunnel. Light can just be glimpsed at the other end!

Alan Bowring

Talybont reservoir wall

Talybont reservoir is huge and this is a sturdy wall to hold back the pressure. Even though it hasn't rained in a while the white strip on the wall shows that the water level is still not too far below maximum. This reservoir yields 15 million gallons per day and feeds into the usk river - as do the Usk and Cray reservoirs. The people of Newport must all have swimming pools !

Nigel Davies

Lift Bridge on the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

Paul Thomas

Talybont Reservoir

The North end dam of Talybont Reservoir

Shaun Ferguson

Talybont Reservoir overflow

A simple slightly curved wall takes the water out of the reservoir.

Trevor Rickard

Cui Bridge kissing gate

This footpath leaves the road at Cui bridge and crosses farmland. The bridge itself is new in construction having replaced an earlier bridge. The signpost is in fact an interpretation panel, one of many, highlighting some of the work of a local poet Henry Vaughan- Come then, my God! Shine on this blood, And water in one beam, and thou shalt see, Kindled by thee, both liquors burn, and stream.

Nick Toulson

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Aber Clydach is located at Grid Ref: SO1021 (Lat: 51.884025, Lng: -3.299603)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys