Allt Cwm-gwyn

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt Cwm-gwyn

Holy Trinity Church near Pontargothi On the north side of the quiet Cothi valley, over a kilometre upstream from the village of Pontargothi along narrow back roads, lies this church in quite spacious grounds.
Holy Trinity Church near Pontargothi Credit: Nigel Davies

Allt Cwm-gwyn, located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and diverse wildlife. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, it is nestled in the Cwm Gwyn valley, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense and lush canopy. This rich habitat provides a home for a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, jays, and owls, making it a popular spot for birdwatching enthusiasts.

Allt Cwm-gwyn is also well-known for its diverse range of flora, including bluebells, wild garlic, and wood anemones, which create a vibrant and colorful display during the spring months. Additionally, the woodland is home to several rare and protected plant species, adding to its ecological significance.

Visitors to Allt Cwm-gwyn can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails, which wind through the woodland, allowing for a peaceful and immersive experience in nature. The area is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), highlighting its importance for conservation and biodiversity.

Overall, Allt Cwm-gwyn offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore and appreciate the natural beauty of Carmarthenshire's woodlands.

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Allt Cwm-gwyn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.89167/-4.1804477 or Grid Reference SN5023. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Holy Trinity Church near Pontargothi On the north side of the quiet Cothi valley, over a kilometre upstream from the village of Pontargothi along narrow back roads, lies this church in quite spacious grounds.
Holy Trinity Church near Pontargothi
On the north side of the quiet Cothi valley, over a kilometre upstream from the village of Pontargothi along narrow back roads, lies this church in quite spacious grounds.
Lychgate, Holy Trinity Church This is the gate at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2714525">SN5022 : Holy Trinity Church near Pontargothi</a>
Lychgate, Holy Trinity Church
Another missing Carmarthenshire footbridge This is one of 44 bridges in the county in need of replacement, and another example of the shocking state of public footpaths in Carmarthenshire
Another missing Carmarthenshire footbridge
This is one of 44 bridges in the county in need of replacement, and another example of the shocking state of public footpaths in Carmarthenshire
The River Cothi at Pont-ar-gothi From the garden of the Cresselly Arms.
The River Cothi at Pont-ar-gothi
From the garden of the Cresselly Arms.
Capel Sitim Chapel Sitim, Capel y Bedyddwyr yn Felingwm Isaf. Fe'i codwyd yn gyntaf yn 1817 ac fe'i hailadeiladwyd yn 1848. Mae'r addoldy presennol yn dyddio o 1874.

Sitim Baptist Chapel in Felingwm Isaf (trans. lower mill valley). The first meeting house was built in 1817 and it was rebuilt in 1848. The present chapel dates from 1874.
Capel Sitim Chapel
Sitim, Capel y Bedyddwyr yn Felingwm Isaf. Fe'i codwyd yn gyntaf yn 1817 ac fe'i hailadeiladwyd yn 1848. Mae'r addoldy presennol yn dyddio o 1874. Sitim Baptist Chapel in Felingwm Isaf (trans. lower mill valley). The first meeting house was built in 1817 and it was rebuilt in 1848. The present chapel dates from 1874.
Heol Alltyferin Road Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr cyhoeddus i bentre Pontargothi. Mae'r heol yn arwain at gyn Plasty Allyferin.


Walkers following a public footpath to Pontargothi (trans. bridge on the Cothi river). The way is an access road to the former Alltyferin Mansion.
Heol Alltyferin Road
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr cyhoeddus i bentre Pontargothi. Mae'r heol yn arwain at gyn Plasty Allyferin. Walkers following a public footpath to Pontargothi (trans. bridge on the Cothi river). The way is an access road to the former Alltyferin Mansion.
Milestone - Nantgaredig 1
Milestone - Nantgaredig 1
OS Cut Mark - Felingwm-uchaf, Llammarch Bridge <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm107255" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm107255">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>
OS Cut Mark - Felingwm-uchaf, Llammarch Bridge
Location of OS Cut Mark - Felingwm-uchaf, Llammarch Bridge
Location of OS Cut Mark - Felingwm-uchaf, Llammarch Bridge
Afon Llammarch
Afon Llammarch
Afon Llammarch
Afon Llammarch
Felingwmuchaf
Felingwmuchaf
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost at the road junction. It marks a point 139.382m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the gatepost at the road junction. It marks a point 139.382m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This scruffy OS rivet can be found at the base of Pant-yr-onen. It marks a point 104.085m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This scruffy OS rivet can be found at the base of Pant-yr-onen. It marks a point 104.085m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the wall east side of the road. It marks a point 54.528m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the wall east side of the road. It marks a point 54.528m above mean sea level.
Road Looking north, one of the properties is Llain-delyn - translation to follow.
Road
Looking north, one of the properties is Llain-delyn - translation to follow.
Hedges Looking due south from SN 498 239
Hedges
Looking due south from SN 498 239
Llanfihangel - uwch - Gwili Church Pretty little church.
Llanfihangel - uwch - Gwili Church
Pretty little church.
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Allt Cwm-gwyn is located at Grid Ref: SN5023 (Lat: 51.89167, Lng: -4.1804477)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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