Penbwl Wood

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Penbwl Wood

Clos Glanlliw. Stad o dai rhwng y ffordd a&#039;r rheilffordd.

An estate between the road and railway. — Clos Glanlliw. Credit: Gerallt Pennant

Penbwl Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Glamorgan, Wales. Spanning over an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a haven for nature enthusiasts and visitors seeking tranquility amidst the beauty of the natural world. The wood is situated in close proximity to the village of Penbwl, surrounded by rolling hills and stunning landscapes.

The woodland boasts an impressive variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, which thrive in the fertile soil and favorable climate of the region. These mature trees create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a diverse range of flora and fauna. Bluebells carpet the forest floor during spring, adding a burst of vibrant color to the otherwise green surroundings.

Penbwl Wood is home to numerous wildlife species, making it an ideal destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Visitors may spot elusive creatures such as deer, rabbits, foxes, and a wide array of bird species including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The tranquil atmosphere of the wood also attracts a variety of butterflies and insects, adding to the biodiversity of the area.

The wood features several well-maintained trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. These paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of stunning vistas and opportunities to connect with nature. The wood is also a popular spot for picnics and family outings, with designated picnic areas and benches scattered throughout the area.

Overall, Penbwl Wood offers a serene and enchanting experience, where visitors can immerse themselves in the natural wonders of Glamorgan's woodlands.

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Penbwl Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.674055/-3.995098 or Grid Reference SS6299. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Clos Glanlliw.

Stad o dai rhwng y ffordd a'r rheilffordd. An estate between the road and railway.

Gerallt Pennant

Llwybr bach. The narrow path.

Un o'r nifer o lwybrau sy'n gwneud y goedwig yn werth chweil. Penllrergaer forest has many good walks.

Gerallt Pennant

Triangulation post in Penllegaer Forest

Clearly unfit for the purpose it was created, this triangulation post is now almost invisible from the nearby footpath let alone being visible from miles around as Penllegaer Forest has since been planted and grown around it.

Hywel Williams

Tircoed Community Centre

Tircoed is a large modern housing estate built in Penllergaer Forest over the last few years. Much thought has been given to the estate (though the layout can be confusing if you don't know your way round) - it includes its own convenience store and a modern community centre. A recent addition to this building is the antenna attached to the back of the building. This is a quarter wave transmitter mast for the recently launched Radio Tircoed, a voluntary run community radio station.

Hywel Williams

Radio Tircoed studios

Behind the modern community centre for the newly built Tircoed housing estate are what appear to be two shipping containers. Their livery reveals that they are in fact the studios for Radio Tircoed which commenced broadcasting on 1st December 2008. The station is self funded and is entirely run by volunteers and serves the communities of Tircoed, Penllergaer, Pontardulais, Gorseinon, Pontlliw and the M4 Corridor between junctions 47 and 48 - though the signal can be clearly heard much further. Along with its relatively powerful (for a community radio station) FM signal, the station also broadcasts on the internet on its web site, and DJs now frequently get requests from all over the world as well as the community in which it serves. This was the original studio facility - it has since been replaced by a substantially larger structure.

Hywel Williams