Coed Rhyd-tir

Wood, Forest in Cardiganshire

Wales

Coed Rhyd-tir

A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station — A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station Credit: John Lucas

Coed Rhyd-tir is a charming woodland located in Cardiganshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, this forest is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native tree species such as oak, ash, beech, and birch, creating a picturesque landscape throughout the year. The dense canopy created by these trees provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Additionally, the forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers, further enhancing its natural beauty.

Several well-maintained trails wind their way through Coed Rhyd-tir, offering visitors the opportunity to explore the woodland and discover its hidden treasures. These trails range in difficulty, catering to both casual walkers and more experienced hikers. Along the way, visitors can expect to encounter breathtaking viewpoints, babbling brooks, and even the occasional glimpse of wildlife.

Coed Rhyd-tir is not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also serves as an important conservation area. Efforts are made to protect and preserve the woodland, ensuring its long-term sustainability and the continued flourishing of its ecosystem.

Overall, Coed Rhyd-tir is a serene and enchanting forest, providing a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and well-maintained trails make it a must-visit destination for those seeking a true connection with nature.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.432751/-4.0367159 or Grid Reference SN6183. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station

A train for Shrewsbury arriving at Bow Street station

Road junction south of Bow Street The A4159 road joining the A487. This is a revised layout, it previously being a &#039;Y&#039; junction. The layout was changed as part of the development of the new Bow Street railway station between 2018 and 2021.

Road junction south of Bow Street

The A4159 road joining the A487. This is a revised layout, it previously being a 'Y' junction. The layout was changed as part of the development of the new Bow Street railway station between 2018 and 2021.

On Bow Street station platform Over an hour until the next train. The hourly service on the Aberystwyth line, promised by Transport for Wales when it gained the franchise and due to start this year, has now been delayed until 2024. It would appear that TFW has not explained the change.

On Bow Street station platform

Over an hour until the next train. The hourly service on the Aberystwyth line, promised by Transport for Wales when it gained the franchise and due to start this year, has now been delayed until 2024. It would appear that TFW has not explained the change.

The A487 road Viewed from Bow Street station entrance.

The A487 road

Viewed from Bow Street station entrance.

Early evening - Bow Street station

Early evening - Bow Street station

Tree clearance at Bow Street A lot of Network Rail activity taking place at Bow Street, with lineside trees being removed. Possibly to reduce the incidence of the dreaded &#039;leaves on the line&#039;.

Tree clearance at Bow Street

A lot of Network Rail activity taking place at Bow Street, with lineside trees being removed. Possibly to reduce the incidence of the dreaded 'leaves on the line'.

A TrawsCymru bus passes by the 'Hell House' at Bow Street The bus is nearing completion of its journey from Bangor to Aberystwyth, running as the TrawsCymru T2 service.

For an explanation of the &#039;Hell House&#039;, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6753775">SN6284 : Would you write this on your house?</a>.

A TrawsCymru bus passes by the 'Hell House' at Bow Street

The bus is nearing completion of its journey from Bangor to Aberystwyth, running as the TrawsCymru T2 service. For an explanation of the 'Hell House', see SN6284 : Would you write this on your house?.

Fields near Bow Street Viewed from the Bow Street interchange, the fields are on the slopes of Allt Ddel. Fields in this area are mostly managed by the Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research (IGER), a department of Aberystwyth University.

Fields near Bow Street

Viewed from the Bow Street interchange, the fields are on the slopes of Allt Ddel. Fields in this area are mostly managed by the Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research (IGER), a department of Aberystwyth University.

Welcome to Hell Someone doesn&#039;t like Bow Street! Slogan facing passengers arriving at the new railway station.

Welcome to Hell

Someone doesn't like Bow Street! Slogan facing passengers arriving at the new railway station.

A train at Bow Street station This would normally have been a through train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International. However, as a result of flood damage in the Welshpool area in February, the train will go only to Machynlleth, with onward travel by bus from there to Shrewsbury. It is expected that the repairs to the line will be completed during the current week.

A train at Bow Street station

This would normally have been a through train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham International. However, as a result of flood damage in the Welshpool area in February, the train will go only to Machynlleth, with onward travel by bus from there to Shrewsbury. It is expected that the repairs to the line will be completed during the current week.

Frosty and sunlit fields at Bryn-y-castell Bryn-y-castell is a &#039;suburb&#039; of Bow Street. This view was taken from Bow Street station.

Frosty and sunlit fields at Bryn-y-castell

Bryn-y-castell is a 'suburb' of Bow Street. This view was taken from Bow Street station.

Waiting for the train on a cold, wet morning At Bow Street station.

Waiting for the train on a cold, wet morning

At Bow Street station.

Not platform 2! The sign suggests that Bow Street has two platforms - it has only one - whereas it is the stop point for two car trains.

Not platform 2!

The sign suggests that Bow Street has two platforms - it has only one - whereas it is the stop point for two car trains.

Gogerddan Campus of Aberystwyth University

Gogerddan Campus of Aberystwyth University

Bow Street railway station This is a railway station on the Cambrian Line, which runs between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth or Pwllheli. It serves the villages of Bow Street and Pen-y-garn. It is owned by Network Rail and managed by Transport for Wales.
The original station was closed on 14 June 1965. The current station was constructed on a different site, just south of the original. Funded by the Welsh Government and the Department for Transport, it opened on 14 February 2021.

Bow Street railway station

This is a railway station on the Cambrian Line, which runs between Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth or Pwllheli. It serves the villages of Bow Street and Pen-y-garn. It is owned by Network Rail and managed by Transport for Wales. The original station was closed on 14 June 1965. The current station was constructed on a different site, just south of the original. Funded by the Welsh Government and the Department for Transport, it opened on 14 February 2021.

Pathway above Bow Street This is an old road leading from Bow Street to Borth and is shown as such on the 2nd edition OS 1:2500 map (1905). It is currently classified as an &#039;other route with public access&#039; (green dots on the 1:25k map, red on the 1:50k).

Pathway above Bow Street

This is an old road leading from Bow Street to Borth and is shown as such on the 2nd edition OS 1:2500 map (1905). It is currently classified as an 'other route with public access' (green dots on the 1:25k map, red on the 1:50k).

The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street Viewed from the path to Llandre.

The Maes Afallen estate, Bow Street

Viewed from the path to Llandre.

A train for Shrewsbury Viewed from the Clarach Road bridge in Bow Street. The train is one of the &#039;intermediate&#039; services which run to Shrewsbury a few times a day. Services on this line mostly run to Birmingham International.

A train for Shrewsbury

Viewed from the Clarach Road bridge in Bow Street. The train is one of the 'intermediate' services which run to Shrewsbury a few times a day. Services on this line mostly run to Birmingham International.

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Coed Rhyd-tir is located at Grid Ref: SN6183 (Lat: 52.432751, Lng: -4.0367159)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Lat/Long: 52.4358635/-4.0418301

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