Coed Pen-y-banc

Wood, Forest in Cardiganshire

Wales

Coed Pen-y-banc

Minor road north from Penrhyn Coch Quite a steep ascent from the village, and a short stretch now through Coed Pen-y-Cwm
Minor road north from Penrhyn Coch Credit: Eirian Evans

Coed Pen-y-banc, located in Cardiganshire, is a picturesque woodland area that spans across a vast expanse. With its lush greenery, dense trees, and serene atmosphere, it offers a tranquil retreat for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is a diverse ecosystem, housing a wide array of flora and fauna. Tall, mature trees dominate the landscape, including oak, birch, and beech, providing a dense canopy that filters sunlight and creates a cool, shaded environment. These trees also serve as habitats for various bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, contributing to the rich biodiversity of the area.

Coed Pen-y-banc offers visitors numerous walking trails and paths, allowing them to explore its natural beauty at their own pace. Along these trails, one can admire the vibrant wildflowers that bloom during the spring and summer months, adding bursts of color to the already enchanting scenery. The forest floor is covered with a thick carpet of moss and ferns, creating a soft and inviting landscape.

This woodland has become a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hiking, nature photography, and birdwatching. The peaceful ambiance and stunning vistas make it an ideal spot for those seeking solace in nature or simply wanting to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Welsh countryside.

Coed Pen-y-banc is not only a haven for nature lovers but also plays a crucial role in preserving the local ecosystem. It serves as a habitat for many endangered species and contributes to the overall ecological balance of the region. The forest is also actively managed and protected to ensure its long-term sustainability and conservation.

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Coed Pen-y-banc Images

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Minor road north from Penrhyn Coch Quite a steep ascent from the village, and a short stretch now through Coed Pen-y-Cwm
Minor road north from Penrhyn Coch
Quite a steep ascent from the village, and a short stretch now through Coed Pen-y-Cwm
Pen-y-Cwm North-east of Bow Street
Pen-y-Cwm
North-east of Bow Street
Grazing sheep at Pen-y-Cwm The windfarm on the horizon is on Banc Mynydd Gorddu, a hill in the Pumlumon range, where there are remains of old lead mines.
Grazing sheep at Pen-y-Cwm
The windfarm on the horizon is on Banc Mynydd Gorddu, a hill in the Pumlumon range, where there are remains of old lead mines.
Elgar Farm At the foot of Mynydd Gorddu.
Elgar Farm
At the foot of Mynydd Gorddu.
Gentle rolling hills East of Rhydypennau
Gentle rolling hills
East of Rhydypennau
Colourful verges on a minor road Pink, white and blue - campion, stitchwort and bluebell - in the lush green of the wayside. The minor road is between Pen-y-Cwm and Ty'n-y-Ffynnon
Colourful verges on a minor road
Pink, white and blue - campion, stitchwort and bluebell - in the lush green of the wayside. The minor road is between Pen-y-Cwm and Ty'n-y-Ffynnon
View west over Coed Bryngwyn Mawr towards the coast
View west over Coed Bryngwyn Mawr towards the coast
Ty'n y Ffynnon Farm in the hills east of Llandre
Ty'n y Ffynnon
Farm in the hills east of Llandre
Small stream from Waun Wyddul
Small stream from Waun Wyddul
Barn at Maes-y-Dogn
Barn at Maes-y-Dogn
Maesnewydd Farm
Maesnewydd Farm
Outbuilding at Efail Fach, Llandre Planning permission sought to change this into a dwelling.
Outbuilding at Efail Fach, Llandre
Planning permission sought to change this into a dwelling.
Minor road from Penrhyn Coch to Tal-y-Bont
Minor road from Penrhyn Coch to Tal-y-Bont
Llety Llwyd In the woodland behind this house there is the site of a hillfort
Llety Llwyd
In the woodland behind this house there is the site of a hillfort
Houses in Llandre
Houses in Llandre
A view over Llandre The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMAZRK_Old_Llandre_School_Llandre_Bow_Street_Ceredigion_Wales_UK">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>
A view over Llandre
The old school building is visible in the centre of the view. It closed in the 1990s and later became a soft play centre. That subsequently closed in 2016 after a couple of years of operation. The building was being offered for sale in 2017 for £230,000. It is featured on the Waymarking website: LinkExternal link
The harvest is in Fields at Llandre.
The harvest is in
Fields at Llandre.
A view over Ty'n-y-parc North of Llandre.
A view over Ty'n-y-parc
North of Llandre.
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Coed Pen-y-banc is located at Grid Ref: SN6487 (Lat: 52.464712, Lng: -3.9984144)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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