Allt Nantgwgan

Wood, Forest in Cardiganshire

Wales

Allt Nantgwgan

Scotland Hill Trig has been uprooted and relocated to the SSE gate corner. Up track from SE and cattle pasture gates.to find trig on way to TUMP summit. It doesn't get much better than bagging Scotland Hill in Wales.
Name: Scotland Hill
Hill number: 15420
Height:185m / 607ft
Parent (Ma/M): 2221  Rhos Ymryson
Section:31C: South-West Wales
County/UA: Cardiganshire [Ceredigion] (CoU)
Class: Tump (100-199m)
Grid ref:SN248453 (est)
Drop: 48m
Col:137m  SN270486
Scotland Hill Credit: Rude Health

Allt Nantgwgan, located in Cardiganshire, is a picturesque wood or forest area renowned for its natural beauty and diverse flora and fauna. Spread over an expansive land area, this enchanting woodland is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and wildlife enthusiasts.

The wood is characterized by a rich variety of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, which create a dense canopy providing shade and shelter to a multitude of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with a vibrant carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to its ethereal charm.

Tranquil streams meander through Allt Nantgwgan, nourishing the ecosystem and providing a refreshing ambiance. These water bodies are home to an array of aquatic creatures, such as trout and otters, which can often be spotted darting through the crystal-clear waters.

The wood is also a sanctuary for numerous bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Visitors can expect to encounter a variety of feathered friends, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. The peaceful atmosphere and lush surroundings create an ideal habitat for these avian creatures.

Allt Nantgwgan offers a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind their way through the wood, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. Whether one seeks solitude or seeks to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, this wood in Cardiganshire is a true gem that promises a memorable experience for all who venture into its depths.

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Allt Nantgwgan Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.070872/-4.5364358 or Grid Reference SN2644. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Scotland Hill Trig has been uprooted and relocated to the SSE gate corner. Up track from SE and cattle pasture gates.to find trig on way to TUMP summit. It doesn't get much better than bagging Scotland Hill in Wales.
Name: Scotland Hill
Hill number: 15420
Height:185m / 607ft
Parent (Ma/M): 2221  Rhos Ymryson
Section:31C: South-West Wales
County/UA: Cardiganshire [Ceredigion] (CoU)
Class: Tump (100-199m)
Grid ref:SN248453 (est)
Drop: 48m
Col:137m  SN270486
Scotland Hill
Trig has been uprooted and relocated to the SSE gate corner. Up track from SE and cattle pasture gates.to find trig on way to TUMP summit. It doesn't get much better than bagging Scotland Hill in Wales. Name: Scotland Hill Hill number: 15420 Height:185m / 607ft Parent (Ma/M): 2221 Rhos Ymryson Section:31C: South-West Wales County/UA: Cardiganshire [Ceredigion] (CoU) Class: Tump (100-199m) Grid ref:SN248453 (est) Drop: 48m Col:137m SN270486
Pen Bryn-Bwa Trig Point Trig has been uprooted from the summit of Scotland Hill and relocated to the SSE gate corner. Up track from SE + cattle pasture gates.to find trig on way to TUMP summit. It doesn't get much better than bagging Scotland Hill in Wales.
Pen Bryn-Bwa Trig Point
Trig has been uprooted from the summit of Scotland Hill and relocated to the SSE gate corner. Up track from SE + cattle pasture gates.to find trig on way to TUMP summit. It doesn't get much better than bagging Scotland Hill in Wales.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found at the entrance through the wall to Noyadd Trefawr. It marks a point 136.005m above mean sea level. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4668540" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4668540">Link</a>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found at the entrance through the wall to Noyadd Trefawr. It marks a point 136.005m above mean sea level. Link
Entrance in Wall There is an OS cut mark to the right of the entrance. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4668534" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4668534">Link</a>
Entrance in Wall
There is an OS cut mark to the right of the entrance. Link
The uprooted and moved Pen Bryn-Bwa Triangulation Pillar This pillar used to stand on the Tumuli at SN 2487 4537 but now stands abandoned in a nearby gateway.
Looking westward.
The uprooted and moved Pen Bryn-Bwa Triangulation Pillar
This pillar used to stand on the Tumuli at SN 2487 4537 but now stands abandoned in a nearby gateway. Looking westward.
War memorial,  Neuadd Cross Memorial on B4570 (foreground) at crossroads; The 'one way' sign detracts from the setting and seems superfluous for a short stretch of road.
War memorial, Neuadd Cross
Memorial on B4570 (foreground) at crossroads; The 'one way' sign detracts from the setting and seems superfluous for a short stretch of road.
Road to Beulah Minor road (direction sign obscured) from Neuadd Cross.
Road to Beulah
Minor road (direction sign obscured) from Neuadd Cross.
Old Milestone by the B4570, south east of Capel Tygwydd Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), by "Milestone", South East of Capel Tygwydd, in front of domestic hedge.

Inscription reads:-
TO
CARDIGAN
7 MILES
Carved bench mark below inscription.

Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 16822
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=16822" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=16822">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA07.
Old Milestone by the B4570, south east of Capel Tygwydd
Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), by "Milestone", South East of Capel Tygwydd, in front of domestic hedge. Inscription reads:- TO CARDIGAN 7 MILES Carved bench mark below inscription. Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 16822 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA07.
Old Milestone by the B4570, Neuadd Cross, Beulah parish Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), West of Neuadd Cross, opposite Ffynnoncripil, on verge under bracken.

Inscription reads:-
TO
CARDIGAN
5 MILES
{arrow->}
Carved bench mark on centre face.

Grade II listed by Cadw.
Reference Number: 17966 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=17966" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=17966">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA05
Old Milestone by the B4570, Neuadd Cross, Beulah parish
Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), West of Neuadd Cross, opposite Ffynnoncripil, on verge under bracken. Inscription reads:- TO CARDIGAN 5 MILES {arrow->} Carved bench mark on centre face. Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 17966 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA05
Old Milestone by the B4570, Nantgwgan, Beulah parish Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), Nantgwgan, South of Ponthirwaun, on verge.

Inscription reads:-
TO
CARDIGAN
6 MILES
Carved bench mark middle face.

Grade II listed by Cadw.
Reference Number: 17974 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=17974" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=&id=17974">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA06
Old Milestone by the B4570, Nantgwgan, Beulah parish
Cardigan tombstone by the B4570, in parish of Beulah (Ceredigion District), Nantgwgan, South of Ponthirwaun, on verge. Inscription reads:- TO CARDIGAN 6 MILES Carved bench mark middle face. Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 17974 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CRD_CALA06
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the water tap at the road junction. It marks a point 118.909m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the water tap at the road junction. It marks a point 118.909m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This hidden and damaged OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost east side of the road. It marks a point 101.517m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This hidden and damaged OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost east side of the road. It marks a point 101.517m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost NW side of the road. It marks a point 133.698m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost NW side of the road. It marks a point 133.698m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on Pant Glas Cottage. It marks a point 68.753m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on Pant Glas Cottage. It marks a point 68.753m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt This OS bolt can be found on the SW angle of the chapel. It marks a point 56.6178m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey 1GL Bolt
This OS bolt can be found on the SW angle of the chapel. It marks a point 56.6178m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the boulder NW side of the road. It marks a point 124.633m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the boulder NW side of the road. It marks a point 124.633m above mean sea level.
Llwybr ceffyl Coedycwm / Coedycwm bridleway Llwybr ceffyl yn gadael heol fach ger Ffarm Coedycwm.

A public footpath exiting a minor road near Coedycwm Farm (trans. valley wood).
Llwybr ceffyl Coedycwm / Coedycwm bridleway
Llwybr ceffyl yn gadael heol fach ger Ffarm Coedycwm. A public footpath exiting a minor road near Coedycwm Farm (trans. valley wood).
Llwybr Coedycwm / Coedycwm path Llwybr ceffyl yn dringo'r allt uwchben Ffarm Coedybryn.

A bridleway ascending the hill near Coedybryn Farm (trans. valley wood).
Llwybr Coedycwm / Coedycwm path
Llwybr ceffyl yn dringo'r allt uwchben Ffarm Coedybryn. A bridleway ascending the hill near Coedybryn Farm (trans. valley wood).
Show me another place!

Allt Nantgwgan is located at Grid Ref: SN2644 (Lat: 52.070872, Lng: -4.5364358)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///rivers.escapades.shapes. Near Newcastle Emlyn, Ceredigion

Related Wikis

Ponthirwaun

Ponthirwaun is a hamlet in the community of Beulah, Ceredigion, Wales, which is 71.3 miles (114.8 km) from Cardiff and 192.5 miles (309.7 km) from London...

Blaen-pant

Blaen-pant is a small village in the community of Beulah, Ceredigion, Wales, which is 71.5 miles (115 km) from Cardiff and 192.8 miles (310.3 km) from...

Capel Tygwydd

Capel Tygwydd is a hamlet in the community of Beulah, Ceredigion, Wales, which is 70.3 miles (113.1 km) from Cardiff and 191.7 miles (308.5 km) from London...

Neuadd Trefawr

Neuadd Trefawr (sometimes misspelt Noyadd Trefawr) is a small village in the community of Beulah, Ceredigion, Wales, which is 71.9 miles (115.8 km) from...

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.070872,-4.5364358
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.0695605/-4.5334609
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

Have you been to Allt Nantgwgan?

Leave your review of Allt Nantgwgan below (or comments, questions and feedback).