Allt Pontbren

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt Pontbren

Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth Pontroed yn rhychwantu Nant Bran yng Nghwmhiraeth. Mae&#039;r heol sy&#039;n rhydio&#039;r afon yn arwain lan y tyle at Ffarm Pant yr Efail, man geni Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. Y bwthyn adfeiliedig yn y pellter yw Maes y Coed (&#039;Banc yr On&#039; gynt)

A footbridge spanning the Bran River in Cwmhiraeth. The road which fords the stream leads up to Pant yr Efail Farm, the birthplace of Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. The dilapidated cottage in the distance is called Maes y Coed (formerly &#039;Banc yr On&#039;) — Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth Credit: Alan Richards

Allt Pontbren is a scenic wood located in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. Nestled in the beautiful landscape of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it covers an area of approximately 500 hectares. The wood is situated near the village of Pontbren, which is renowned for its stunning natural surroundings.

Allt Pontbren is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees, including oak, birch, and ash. These trees create a dense forest canopy that provides a habitat for a wide variety of flora and fauna. The wood is particularly notable for its diverse bird population, with species such as woodpeckers, finches, and thrushes commonly spotted among the treetops.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. These paths offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, including rolling hills, meandering streams, and picturesque valleys. Along the way, visitors can also discover several small waterfalls, adding to the enchanting atmosphere of the wood.

Allt Pontbren is managed by the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, which works to preserve its natural beauty and protect its wildlife. The wood is open to the public year-round, allowing visitors to explore its wonders in all seasons. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful and rejuvenating experience in the heart of nature.

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Allt Pontbren Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.028152/-4.4152158 or Grid Reference SN3439. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nant Bran River, Cwmhiraeth

Pontroed yn rhychwantu Nant Bran yng Nghwmhiraeth. Mae'r heol sy'n rhydio'r afon yn arwain lan y tyle at Ffarm Pant yr Efail, man geni Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. Y bwthyn adfeiliedig yn y pellter yw Maes y Coed ('Banc yr On' gynt) A footbridge spanning the Bran River in Cwmhiraeth. The road which fords the stream leads up to Pant yr Efail Farm, the birthplace of Griffith Jones, Llanddowror. The dilapidated cottage in the distance is called Maes y Coed (formerly 'Banc yr On')

Alan Richards

St Barnabas Church at Felindre

Peter Wood

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This can be found on a buttress at St Barnabas Church. For more detail see : Link

Peter Wood

B4333 heading for Newcastle Emlyn

Heading downhill along the B4333 for Newcastle Emlyn.

Martyn Harries

National Wool Museum, Dre-fach Felindre

Part of the National Museum of Wales.

Chris Andrews

The 11:30 express is about to depart

Row17

Road bridge across the Teifi, Henllan

John Lord

1892 GWR 35629 (marked 35829) Tunnel Brake Van, Teifi Valley Railway, Henllan Station

Converted for working in Severn Tunnel (verandah enclosed) in 1949. Arrived at Gwili Railway and then to Teifi Valley. In private ownership.

Jo and Steve Turner

Looking west-southwest along the A475

Just before it begins a steep descent.

John Baker

View towards Cwmhiraeth

Alistair Hare

Old Mill Store, Drefach Felindre

Chris Andrews

Llwybr Drefach Felindre / Drefach Felindre Path

Llwybr cyhoeddus yn mynd i gyfeiriad yr amgueddfa wlan. A public footpath heading in the direction of the woollen museum.

Alan Richards

Tafarn John y Gwas / John y Gwas Public House

Cerddwyr yn agosau at Dafarn John y Gwas, New Shop Inn gynt. Enwyd y tafarn ar ol y cynghorydd John Evans, gwr a fu'n amlwg iawn yng nghylchoedd crefyddol, diwylliannol a chymdeithasol y gymuned. Walkers approaching Tafarn John y Gwas (trans. John the servant's tavern), formerly known as the New Shop Inn. The present pub is named after John Evans, a former councillor, who made a valuable contribution to the cultural, religious and social life in the district.

Alan Richards

Cwmhiraeth

Tai ym mhentre Cwmhiraeth. Houses in the village of Cwmhireth (trans. valley of longing?)

Alan Richards

Nant BrÃ¢n Ford

This is the first of two fords on Nant Brân near Cwmhiraeth. The building in the image was at an early stage of renovation.

John Walton

Car park, National Wool Museum

The museum is to the right on the other side of a river.

M J Roscoe

Path to National Wool Museum

The path comes from the car park SN3539 : Car park, National Wool Museum and here runs alongside the former tailrace from the waterwheel before going to the entrance to the museum (out of shot to left). The brick building is part of the woollen mill.

M J Roscoe

National Wool Museum, Drefach

The main building is on the left. The building on the right is a commercial weaving shed. Both were formerly part of Cambrian Mill, the largest mill in the area - 'the Huddersfield of Wales'.

M J Roscoe

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Allt Pontbren is located at Grid Ref: SN3439 (Lat: 52.028152, Lng: -4.4152158)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys