Falcondale Big Wood

Wood, Forest in Cardiganshire

Wales

Falcondale Big Wood

Lane leading past Falcondale Lake
Lane leading past Falcondale Lake Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Falcondale Big Wood is a large wooded area located in Cardiganshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, this forest is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including oak, beech, and ash trees, as well as various species of birds, insects, and small mammals.

Visitors to Falcondale Big Wood can enjoy a network of well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, providing opportunities to observe the local wildlife and take in the peaceful surroundings. The wood is also home to a number of historic features, including the ruins of an old stone cottage and a small pond that is frequented by ducks and other waterfowl.

In addition to its natural beauty, Falcondale Big Wood is also a site of cultural significance, with several ancient burial mounds located within its boundaries. These archaeological remains offer a glimpse into the area's rich history and provide a fascinating backdrop for visitors exploring the forest.

Overall, Falcondale Big Wood is a tranquil and picturesque destination that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Falcondale Big Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.119282/-4.0947105 or Grid Reference SN5648. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane leading past Falcondale Lake
Lane leading past Falcondale Lake
A485 near Dyffryn Farm
A485 near Dyffryn Farm
Road to Lampeter Bowls Club and to tennis courts, Road to sports facilities at Lampeter.
Road to Lampeter Bowls Club and to tennis courts,
Road to sports facilities at Lampeter.
Timber Lorry sheding its load Fortunately nobody was hurt.
Timber Lorry sheding its load
Fortunately nobody was hurt.
Drive to Bank Hall
Drive to Bank Hall
Llanwnen Road, A475 Road just to the south west of Lampeter on a rainy day.
Llanwnen Road, A475
Road just to the south west of Lampeter on a rainy day.
Camping & caravan site, near A475 Campsite outside Lampeter; the parallel hedges, foreground, line a lane to Maesypwll <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7214838">SN5647 : Maesypwll</a>.
Camping & caravan site, near A475
Campsite outside Lampeter; the parallel hedges, foreground, line a lane to Maesypwll SN5647 : Maesypwll.
Maesypwll The hedges, foreground, bordering a lane are a continuation of those in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7214615">SN5647 : Camping & caravan site, near A475</a>, and the lane leads to the farm buildings, centre.
Maesypwll
The hedges, foreground, bordering a lane are a continuation of those in SN5647 : Camping & caravan site, near A475, and the lane leads to the farm buildings, centre.
St Mary's Church, Maestir <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://coflein.gov.uk/cy/safle/310150/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://coflein.gov.uk/cy/safle/310150/">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>
St Mary's Church, Maestir
Falcondale Lake
Falcondale Lake
Looking along Bridge Street
Looking along Bridge Street
Old Building and Medieval Motte at University of Wales Trinity Saint David's
Old Building and Medieval Motte at University of Wales Trinity Saint David's
Country Lane North of Lampeter/Llanbedr Pont Stefan
Country Lane North of Lampeter/Llanbedr Pont Stefan
Olwen Farmstead and Fields I had hoped to get a decent photograph of Castell Olwen but sadly the trees completely obscure it from this angle.
Olwen Farmstead and Fields
I had hoped to get a decent photograph of Castell Olwen but sadly the trees completely obscure it from this angle.
Brondeifi Unitarian Chapel
Brondeifi Unitarian Chapel
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD).
Height (1972): 136.9200m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1971. Description: TWR ST PETERS CH W FACE SW ANG. 0.5m above ground. 2nd Order BM.

Context: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7506634">SN5748 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church</a>
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church
Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD). Height (1972): 136.9200m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1971. Description: TWR ST PETERS CH W FACE SW ANG. 0.5m above ground. 2nd Order BM. Context: SN5748 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD).
Height (1972): 136.9200m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1971. Description: TWR ST PETERS CH W FACE SW ANG. 0.5m above ground. 2nd Order BM.

Close-up: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7506633">SN5748 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church</a>
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church
Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD). Height (1972): 136.9200m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1971. Description: TWR ST PETERS CH W FACE SW ANG. 0.5m above ground. 2nd Order BM. Close-up: SN5748 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, St. Peter’s Church
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, Delville Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD).
Height: 120.8400m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1972. Description: WALL DELVILLE 3M ANG WALL SE FACE. 0.4m above ground. 3rd Order BM.

Context: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7506641">SN5747 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, Delville</a>
Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, Delville
Ordnance Survey Benchmark (OSBM) used for levelling height above Ordnance Datum (OD). Height: 120.8400m OD (Newlyn). Mark verified by the Ordnance Survey in 1972. Description: WALL DELVILLE 3M ANG WALL SE FACE. 0.4m above ground. 3rd Order BM. Context: SN5747 : Ordnance Survey Benchmark - Lampeter, Delville
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Falcondale Big Wood is located at Grid Ref: SN5648 (Lat: 52.119282, Lng: -4.0947105)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 52.119282,-4.0947105
Falcondale Farm
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 52.1207817/-4.0997427
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.1154645/-4.0909803
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