Allt Aber-Elwyn

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt Aber-Elwyn

Driveway to Glynteg And the phone number cast in concrete!
Driveway to Glynteg Credit: chris whitehouse

Allt Aber-Elwyn is a picturesque woodland area located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, this forest is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna.

The woodland is situated near the village of Abergorlech and is part of the Brechfa Forest complex. It is surrounded by rolling hills and provides a peaceful and tranquil environment for visitors. The forest is predominantly made up of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and vibrant ecosystem.

Allt Aber-Elwyn is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. The forest is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, buzzards, and owls. It also provides habitat for mammals such as badgers, foxes, and deer. Visitors may be lucky enough to spot these creatures while exploring the woodland trails.

The forest offers numerous walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the natural surroundings. There are well-maintained paths that wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The area is also popular for horse riding and has designated trails for equestrians to enjoy.

Allt Aber-Elwyn is a beloved destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in nature. Its tranquil atmosphere, diverse wildlife, and stunning scenery make it a must-visit location for both locals and tourists alike.

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Allt Aber-Elwyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.924954/-4.6145084 or Grid Reference SN2028. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Driveway to Glynteg And the phone number cast in concrete!
Driveway to Glynteg
And the phone number cast in concrete!
Driveway to Danffordd Gated entrance and well worn driveway.
Driveway to Danffordd
Gated entrance and well worn driveway.
Cottage at Blaendyflin
Cottage at Blaendyflin
Road towards Llanglydfen
Road towards Llanglydfen
Crossroads near Fron Farm Yurt Retreat
Crossroads near Fron Farm Yurt Retreat
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost north side of the road. It marks a point 173.690m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost north side of the road. It marks a point 173.690m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost south side of the road. It marks a point 180.902m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost south side of the road. It marks a point 180.902m above mean sea level.
House at Blaendyflin Part of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/572008">SN2227 : Dyffryn-Brodyn Wind Farm</a> can be seen in the background.
House at Blaendyflin
Part of the SN2227 : Dyffryn-Brodyn Wind Farm can be seen in the background.
Things Ancient and Modern Ancient Mound (identified as Motte on O.S. map) and sheep in foreground. Late afternoon sun shining on wind farm to the east.
Things Ancient and Modern
Ancient Mound (identified as Motte on O.S. map) and sheep in foreground. Late afternoon sun shining on wind farm to the east.
Hafod-y-pwll Farm above Nant Elwyn. The name means 'summer dwelling at the pool'.
Hafod-y-pwll
Farm above Nant Elwyn. The name means 'summer dwelling at the pool'.
Confluence, Nant Elwyn The little river Elwyn is joined at this point by tributaries flowing from the south and north. The whole area is now a tangled woodland that conceals traces of old quarrying activity. Old maps indicate there was a ford here.
Confluence, Nant Elwyn
The little river Elwyn is joined at this point by tributaries flowing from the south and north. The whole area is now a tangled woodland that conceals traces of old quarrying activity. Old maps indicate there was a ford here.
Barn and bales Last year's plastic-wrapped haylage bales seem never to have reached the barn and are still waiting for collection amid this year's growth.
Barn and bales
Last year's plastic-wrapped haylage bales seem never to have reached the barn and are still waiting for collection amid this year's growth.
A proliferation of ragwort? Or whatever the collective noun is.
A proliferation of ragwort?
Or whatever the collective noun is.
Wind power, horse power Horses graze below the wind farm at Dyffryn Brodyn.  The turbines were busy on this breezy day and there was a low whirring sound to be heard but to my mind they do not offend the eye.
Wind power, horse power
Horses graze below the wind farm at Dyffryn Brodyn. The turbines were busy on this breezy day and there was a low whirring sound to be heard but to my mind they do not offend the eye.
Minor road south of Cwm Rhyd The road dips steeply into the Elwyn valley; beyond to the northeast can be seen the Blue Rock festival taking place in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SN2329">SN2329</a>.
Minor road south of Cwm Rhyd
The road dips steeply into the Elwyn valley; beyond to the northeast can be seen the Blue Rock festival taking place in SN2329.
Wind farm horizon Across the hayfield and over the next valley, the 11 turbines of Dyffryn Brodnant wind farm are having a busy day. For details see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=31&dir=grew" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=31&dir=grew">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>
Wind farm horizon
Across the hayfield and over the next valley, the 11 turbines of Dyffryn Brodnant wind farm are having a busy day. For details see LinkExternal link
Glas-llyn fishery The map indicates there are two small fishing lakes here.
Glas-llyn fishery
The map indicates there are two small fishing lakes here.
Cottage at the bridge This charming little dwelling known as Ffarmers [sic] Cottage (a former inn) stands empty beside the road where it crosses the river Elwyn. A local authority notice dated 2004 suggests plans are, or were, afoot to rehabilitate it.
Cottage at the bridge
This charming little dwelling known as Ffarmers [sic] Cottage (a former inn) stands empty beside the road where it crosses the river Elwyn. A local authority notice dated 2004 suggests plans are, or were, afoot to rehabilitate it.
Show me another place!

Allt Aber-Elwyn is located at Grid Ref: SN2028 (Lat: 51.924954, Lng: -4.6145084)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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