Valley Wood

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Valley Wood

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. — Triangulation post in Penllegaer Forest Credit: Hywel Williams

Valley Wood is a picturesque forest located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Stretching across a vast area, this woodland is renowned for its natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. With its serene atmosphere and lush greenery, it offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers alike.

The wood is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and birch, creating a rich and vibrant landscape throughout the seasons. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the woodland.

Valley Wood boasts an extensive network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its depths and discover hidden gems along the way. These paths meander through the trees, revealing stunning vistas, babbling brooks, and even small waterfalls. The forest also offers picnic areas and designated camping spots, making it a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts looking to spend a day or even a weekend immersed in nature.

Wildlife thrives in Valley Wood, with sightings of deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species being common. The forest is also home to a number of rare and protected species, making it an important conservation area. Birdwatchers will particularly enjoy the forest, as it provides an ideal habitat for a wide range of species, including woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds.

Valley Wood, with its natural beauty and abundance of wildlife, is a true gem in the heart of Glamorgan. Its tranquil atmosphere and stunning scenery make it a must-visit destination for anyone seeking solace in nature.

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Valley Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.670847/-3.9859469 or Grid Reference SS6298. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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