Hafod Mill Wood

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Hafod Mill Wood

Swansea Airport on Fairwood Common A small airport for lighter aircraft.
Swansea Airport on Fairwood Common Credit: Nigel Davies

Hafod Mill Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Glamorgan, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Situated near the village of Hafod, the wood offers visitors a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The woodland is home to a rich variety of trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a lush, green canopy over the forest floor. The diverse vegetation provides a habitat for a wide range of wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and deer.

Hafod Mill Wood is crisscrossed by several walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. The paths wind through the woodland, taking visitors past babbling streams, wildflower meadows, and ancient stone ruins. Along the way, there are numerous opportunities for birdwatching, photography, and simply taking in the serene surroundings.

One of the highlights of Hafod Mill Wood is the historic watermill that gives the woodland its name. The mill, which dates back to the 18th century, was once a vital part of the local community, grinding grain for flour. Although no longer in operation, the watermill serves as a reminder of the area's industrial past and adds to the charm of the woodland.

Overall, Hafod Mill Wood is a hidden gem in Glamorgan, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace in nature. With its diverse flora and fauna, scenic trails, and historic features, this woodland is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the beauty of Wales.

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Hafod Mill Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.613249/-4.0814773 or Grid Reference SS5592. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swansea Airport on Fairwood Common A small airport for lighter aircraft.
Swansea Airport on Fairwood Common
A small airport for lighter aircraft.
Runway 04 at Swansea Airport View to the North East coming into land
Runway 04 at Swansea Airport
View to the North East coming into land
Three Crosses: footpath to Whitewalls Looking west-south-west
Three Crosses: footpath to Whitewalls
Looking west-south-west
Llanrhidian Higher Community: Carmel chapel Carmel chapel carries an 1885 datestone but is now a ruin. Looking north. On common land on Mynydd Bach-y-Cocs
Llanrhidian Higher Community: Carmel chapel
Carmel chapel carries an 1885 datestone but is now a ruin. Looking north. On common land on Mynydd Bach-y-Cocs
Llanrhidian Higher Community: footpath at Cilonen Road Start of footpath to Pen-clawdd and Blue Anchor. Looking north-north-west
Llanrhidian Higher Community: footpath at Cilonen Road
Start of footpath to Pen-clawdd and Blue Anchor. Looking north-north-west
Llanrhidian Higher Community: entrance to Windmill Wood Farm Looking east. The track also serves as a public footpath along the valley to Three Crosses
Llanrhidian Higher Community: entrance to Windmill Wood Farm
Looking east. The track also serves as a public footpath along the valley to Three Crosses
Ilston Community: Gelli-Hir Wood A nature reserve managed by Glamorgan Wildlife Trust and others. A permissive footpath near the entrance, looking south.
Ilston Community: Gelli-Hir Wood
A nature reserve managed by Glamorgan Wildlife Trust and others. A permissive footpath near the entrance, looking south.
Ilston Community: Fairwood Common Looking west-south-west towards Cartersford Bridge on the B4271
Ilston Community: Fairwood Common
Looking west-south-west towards Cartersford Bridge on the B4271
Ilston Community: Pengwern Common Looking south east
Ilston Community: Pengwern Common
Looking south east
Road junction on North Gower road Junction of road to Lunnon and the B4271. The footpath to Little Hills can be seen running ahead to the left.
Road junction on North Gower road
Junction of road to Lunnon and the B4271. The footpath to Little Hills can be seen running ahead to the left.
Triangulation pillar on Fairwood Common Swansea Airport in the background.
Triangulation pillar on Fairwood Common
Swansea Airport in the background.
On Fairwood Common Junction of Hen Parc Lane with A4118. The entrance to Swansea Airport is visible across the road on the left. The main airport buildings are ahead behind the trees.
On Fairwood Common
Junction of Hen Parc Lane with A4118. The entrance to Swansea Airport is visible across the road on the left. The main airport buildings are ahead behind the trees.
Fairwood trig
Fairwood trig
Ford at entrance to former Ilston Quarry The quarry is now a National Trust nature reserve. This photo is taken from near the stile into the reserve. 
Unfortunately the water is too deep to cross without waterproof footwear and there's nowhere to park if you wanted to drive across.
Ford at entrance to former Ilston Quarry
The quarry is now a National Trust nature reserve. This photo is taken from near the stile into the reserve. Unfortunately the water is too deep to cross without waterproof footwear and there's nowhere to park if you wanted to drive across.
Gate to the footpath to Dunvant
Gate to the footpath to Dunvant
New housing on the edge of Three Crosses This development is so new that the buildings are not shown on the current 1:25,000 map.
New housing on the edge of Three Crosses
This development is so new that the buildings are not shown on the current 1:25,000 map.
Houses on the edge of Three Crosses
Houses on the edge of Three Crosses
Track to Little Hills, Welsh Moor, Gower Gorse and rough grazing land dominate this quiet area of Gower.
Track to Little Hills, Welsh Moor, Gower
Gorse and rough grazing land dominate this quiet area of Gower.
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Hafod Mill Wood is located at Grid Ref: SS5592 (Lat: 51.613249, Lng: -4.0814773)

Unitary Authority: Swansea

Police Authority: South Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.613249,-4.0814773
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 51.6123438/-4.078533
Gelli-hîr Wood
Name Cy: Coed Gelli Hir
Natural: wood
Operator: Glamorgan Wildlife Trust
Lat/Long: 51.6155956/-4.077537
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.6129798/-4.0783808
Parking
Capacity Disabled: no
Fee: no
Note: Layby - approx 2 spaces
Lat/Long: 51.6129491/-4.0786629
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.6118526/-4.0785817
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.617236/-4.0783741
Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 51.6117139/-4.0787916
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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