Allt y Foel

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt y Foel

Pant y Betws Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i anhedd-dy o'r enw Pant y Betws.

Walkers passing a property known as Pant y Betws (trans. prayer house hollow)
Pant y Betws Credit: Alan Richards

Allt y Foel is a charming woodland located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, it is known for its dense forest and impressive variety of trees, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with towering oak, beech, and pine trees dominating the landscape. The forest floor is covered with a thick carpet of moss, ferns, and wildflowers, creating a picturesque scene throughout the year. It is also a haven for wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a multitude of bird species, making it a popular spot for birdwatchers.

Allt y Foel features numerous well-maintained trails that wind their way through the forest, offering breathtaking views and a chance to immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature. The paths cater to all levels of fitness and vary in length, providing options for both short walks and longer hikes.

The woodland is easily accessible and is equipped with amenities such as parking facilities and picnic areas, making it an ideal destination for a day trip or a weekend getaway. It is also a popular spot for camping and offers a range of camping facilities for those wishing to spend more time exploring the beauty of the area.

Whether you're seeking peace and serenity, or an adventure in the midst of nature, Allt y Foel is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.98848/-4.1064989 or Grid Reference SN5534. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pant y Betws Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i anhedd-dy o'r enw Pant y Betws.

Walkers passing a property known as Pant y Betws (trans. prayer house hollow)
Pant y Betws
Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i anhedd-dy o'r enw Pant y Betws. Walkers passing a property known as Pant y Betws (trans. prayer house hollow)
Hen geuffordd / Old hollow way Cerddwyr yn mynd trwy geuffordd hynafol.

Walkers following an ancient hollow way.
Hen geuffordd / Old hollow way
Cerddwyr yn mynd trwy geuffordd hynafol. Walkers following an ancient hollow way.
Rhyd Nant y Ffin Ford Cerddwyr yn croesi Nantyffin. Roedd y rhyd ar y diwrnod yn rhy ddwfn i groesi.

Walkers crossing Nant y Ffin Stream (trans. boundary stream). On the day the water at the ford was too deep to cross.
Rhyd Nant y Ffin Ford
Cerddwyr yn croesi Nantyffin. Roedd y rhyd ar y diwrnod yn rhy ddwfn i groesi. Walkers crossing Nant y Ffin Stream (trans. boundary stream). On the day the water at the ford was too deep to cross.
Heol Rhandir Gini Road Cerddwyr yn dilyn hen heol i gyfeiriad Rhandir Gini (adfail)

Walkers following an old road in the direction of the ruined property known as Rhandir Gini.
Heol Rhandir Gini Road
Cerddwyr yn dilyn hen heol i gyfeiriad Rhandir Gini (adfail) Walkers following an old road in the direction of the ruined property known as Rhandir Gini.
Ger Banc Disgwylfa / Near Banc Disgwylfa Cerddwyr yn agosau at Fryn Disgwylfa.

Walkers going in the direction of Bryn Disgwylfa (trans. lookout hill).
Ger Banc Disgwylfa / Near Banc Disgwylfa
Cerddwyr yn agosau at Fryn Disgwylfa. Walkers going in the direction of Bryn Disgwylfa (trans. lookout hill).
Ger Ffarm y Banc / Near Banc Farm Cerddwyr yn dilyn cilfordd ucheldir ger Ffarm y Banc i gyfeiriad Abergorlech.

Walkers following an upland byway near Banc Farm in the direction of Abergorlech (trans. confluence of the Gorlech [stream]).
Ger Ffarm y Banc / Near Banc Farm
Cerddwyr yn dilyn cilfordd ucheldir ger Ffarm y Banc i gyfeiriad Abergorlech. Walkers following an upland byway near Banc Farm in the direction of Abergorlech (trans. confluence of the Gorlech [stream]).
Llwybr Ceffyl Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn Bridleway Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl ger Eglwys Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn.

Walkers following a bridleway near Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn Church.
Llwybr Ceffyl Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn Bridleway
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl ger Eglwys Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn. Walkers following a bridleway near Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn Church.
Rhyd Nant Llwyd Ford Cerddwyr yn croesi Nant Llwyd.

Walkers fording Nant Llwyd stream.
Rhyd Nant Llwyd Ford
Cerddwyr yn croesi Nant Llwyd. Walkers fording Nant Llwyd stream.
Allt Fach Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl o dan Allt Fach.

Walkers following a bridleway below Allt Fach (small wooded slope)
Allt Fach
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl o dan Allt Fach. Walkers following a bridleway below Allt Fach (small wooded slope)
Hen heol / Old road Cerddwyr yn dilyn hen heol i lawr y waered tuag at bentre Abergorlech.

Walkers descending along an old road in the direction of Aberegorlech.
Hen heol / Old road
Cerddwyr yn dilyn hen heol i lawr y waered tuag at bentre Abergorlech. Walkers descending along an old road in the direction of Aberegorlech.
Nant-Y-Ffin Valley The valley of Nant-Y-Ffin, with Crynarth on the left and Allt Esgair-onen on the right
Nant-Y-Ffin Valley
The valley of Nant-Y-Ffin, with Crynarth on the left and Allt Esgair-onen on the right
View from below Rhandir Gini
View from below Rhandir Gini
Cynarth Farm The remains of Cynarth Farm.
Cynarth Farm
The remains of Cynarth Farm.
Traciau Allt Byrgwm, Fforest Brechfa/Tracks Byrgwm Wood, Brechfa Forest Rhwng/Between Brechfa & Nantyffin
Traciau Allt Byrgwm, Fforest Brechfa/Tracks Byrgwm Wood, Brechfa Forest
Rhwng/Between Brechfa & Nantyffin
Ffordd fynedfa / Access road Trac sy'n rhoi mynedfa i ffarm a choedwigaeth.

A track giving access to both farm and forestry.
Ffordd fynedfa / Access road
Trac sy'n rhoi mynedfa i ffarm a choedwigaeth. A track giving access to both farm and forestry.
Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks Cyffordd o draciau sy'n arwain at ffermydd. Mae trac ar y chwith hefyd yn llwybr troed cyhoeddus.

A junction of farm access roads. The track on the left is also a public footpath
Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks
Cyffordd o draciau sy'n arwain at ffermydd. Mae trac ar y chwith hefyd yn llwybr troed cyhoeddus. A junction of farm access roads. The track on the left is also a public footpath
Lane Looking up the lane at SN 546 356 on a forestry edge.
Lane
Looking up the lane at SN 546 356 on a forestry edge.
Church Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn church.
I need to go back with a wider lens!
Church
Llanfihangel Rhos y Corn church. I need to go back with a wider lens!
Show me another place!

Allt y Foel is located at Grid Ref: SN5534 (Lat: 51.98848, Lng: -4.1064989)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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