Bullyhole Bottom

Settlement in Monmouthshire

Wales

Bullyhole Bottom

Field-edge view from Newchurch Triangulation Pillar Looking northward.
Field-edge view from Newchurch Triangulation Pillar Credit: Peter Wood

Bullyhole Bottom is a small rural village located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated in the southeastern part of the county, it is nestled within the beautiful Usk Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and verdant countryside. The village is situated approximately 8 miles northeast of the town of Abergavenny and 10 miles west of Monmouth.

Bullyhole Bottom is known for its picturesque landscapes and tranquil atmosphere, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. The village is characterized by its charming stone cottages, many of which date back several centuries, giving it a timeless and rustic appeal.

Despite its small size, Bullyhole Bottom is not lacking in amenities for its residents and visitors. The village boasts a local pub, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and a place to enjoy traditional Welsh cuisine. Additionally, there is a small village shop that caters to the daily needs of the community.

Surrounding Bullyhole Bottom, there are ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is surrounded by numerous walking trails that wind through the lush countryside, offering breathtaking views of the Usk Valley and the nearby Black Mountains.

Overall, Bullyhole Bottom is a charming and peaceful village that offers a slice of rural Welsh life. With its natural beauty and warm community spirit, it is a hidden gem within the idyllic Monmouthshire countryside.

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Bullyhole Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.660176/-2.7820754 or Grid Reference ST4696. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field-edge view from Newchurch Triangulation Pillar Looking northward.
Field-edge view from Newchurch Triangulation Pillar
Looking northward.
Grade II listed early Victorian Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel, Monmouthshire Cadw records that this very small rectangular chapel opened in 1842 as Mount Zion, a Welsh Calvinistic Methodist chapel. It was later transferred to the Presbyterians and finally to the Baptists. Grade II listed in 2001.
Grade II listed early Victorian Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel, Monmouthshire
Cadw records that this very small rectangular chapel opened in 1842 as Mount Zion, a Welsh Calvinistic Methodist chapel. It was later transferred to the Presbyterians and finally to the Baptists. Grade II listed in 2001.
Small burial ground in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire On the north side of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735">Link</a>
Small burial ground in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
On the north side of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel. Link
Four-way directions sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Facing northbound traffic on the B4235 in rural Monmouthshire.
Four-way directions sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Facing northbound traffic on the B4235 in rural Monmouthshire.
Minor road towards Newchurch and Devauden, Monmouthshire Descending from the B4235 in Gaerllwyd.
Minor road towards Newchurch and Devauden, Monmouthshire
Descending from the B4235 in Gaerllwyd.
Rural Monmouthshire in late March 2018 Viewed from a field gate in Gaerllwyd on March 25th 2018.
Rural Monmouthshire in late March 2018
Viewed from a field gate in Gaerllwyd on March 25th 2018.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox and a Grade II listed phonebox in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Alongside the boundary wall of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735">Link</a> The K6 phonebox was Grade II listed in 2009.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox and a Grade II listed phonebox in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Alongside the boundary wall of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel Link The K6 phonebox was Grade II listed in 2009.
Layby in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire On the east side of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735">Link</a>
Layby in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
On the east side of Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel. Link
Bilingual direction sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Earlswood is Coed-yr-iarll in Welsh.
Bilingual direction sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Earlswood is Coed-yr-iarll in Welsh.
Two sizes of Give Way sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire The sign on the left is about half the size of the one near the bus shelter.
Two sizes of Give Way sign in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
The sign on the left is about half the size of the one near the bus shelter.
Stone bus shelter in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Alongside the B4235, the road from Chepstow to Usk.
Stone bus shelter in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Alongside the B4235, the road from Chepstow to Usk.
Gaerllwyd Farm, Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Viewed from the B4235, the road from Chepstow to Usk.
Gaerllwyd Farm, Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Viewed from the B4235, the road from Chepstow to Usk.
B4235 from Gaerllwyd towards Usk The B4235 passes through Gaerllwyd, a small village in Monmouthshire
about 10 km from Usk to the NE and 11 km from Chepstow to the SW.
B4235 from Gaerllwyd towards Usk
The B4235 passes through Gaerllwyd, a small village in Monmouthshire about 10 km from Usk to the NE and 11 km from Chepstow to the SW.
White house in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire Alongside the B4235, the road from Usk to Chepstow.
White house in Gaerllwyd, Monmouthshire
Alongside the B4235, the road from Usk to Chepstow.
West along the minor road from Gaerllwyd to Earlswood, Monmouthshire The sign warns of a narrower road ahead.
West along the minor road from Gaerllwyd to Earlswood, Monmouthshire
The sign warns of a narrower road ahead.
Cottage attached to Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel Built as the manse cottage for the chapel <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5717735">Link</a> on left, the cottage has been altered and modernised.
Cottage attached to Gaerllwyd Baptist Chapel
Built as the manse cottage for the chapel Link on left, the cottage has been altered and modernised.
B4235 west of Bullyhole Bottom
B4235 west of Bullyhole Bottom
B4235 south of Gove Wood
B4235 south of Gove Wood
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Bullyhole Bottom is located at Grid Ref: ST4696 (Lat: 51.660176, Lng: -2.7820754)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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