Rhyd y golwg Wood

Wood, Forest in Cardiganshire

Wales

Rhyd y golwg Wood

View towards Capel Bangor Road widening, creating a passing place on this corner, has opened up a new panoramic view of the Rheidol valley, with the village of Capel Bangor in the centre.
View towards Capel Bangor Credit: Nigel Brown

Rhyd y golwg Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Cardiganshire, Wales. This enchanting forest covers an area of approximately 100 acres and is nestled within the beautiful countryside, offering visitors a tranquil and immersive experience in nature.

The wood is home to a diverse range of indigenous trees, including oak, beech, birch, and ash, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter for a variety of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with vibrant mosses, ferns, and wildflowers, adding to the enchanting ambiance.

Visitors to Rhyd y golwg Wood can explore a network of well-maintained footpaths that wind through the forest, allowing for leisurely walks or more adventurous hikes. The paths are lined with informative signboards, providing interesting facts about the woodland's history and its importance as a habitat for wildlife.

Birdwatchers will be delighted by the abundance of avian species that call this wood their home. From the melodious song of the blackbird to the distinctive call of the great spotted woodpecker, there is much to see and hear for nature enthusiasts.

The wood also boasts a small stream that meanders through its heart, adding to the peaceful atmosphere and providing a source of water for the various woodland creatures that reside within its boundaries.

Rhyd y golwg Wood is a true haven for those seeking solace in nature. Its natural beauty, diverse flora and fauna, and well-maintained paths make it a must-visit destination for both locals and tourists alike.

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Rhyd y golwg Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.381844/-3.9810038 or Grid Reference SN6577. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Capel Bangor Road widening, creating a passing place on this corner, has opened up a new panoramic view of the Rheidol valley, with the village of Capel Bangor in the centre.
View towards Capel Bangor
Road widening, creating a passing place on this corner, has opened up a new panoramic view of the Rheidol valley, with the village of Capel Bangor in the centre.
Vale of Rheidol Railway: between Nantyronen and Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol Railway: between Nantyronen and Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol Railway: between Nantyronen and Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol Railway: between Nantyronen and Capel Bangor
Horses at Rhiwarthen As viewed from the Vale of Rheidol Railway.
Horses at Rhiwarthen
As viewed from the Vale of Rheidol Railway.
Vale of Rheidol railway near Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol railway near Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol: Capel Bangor
Vale of Rheidol: Capel Bangor
Winter gorse It may be the last day of 2011 and into the depth of winter, but prolonged mild conditions have encouraged the local gorse to start flowering.
Winter gorse
It may be the last day of 2011 and into the depth of winter, but prolonged mild conditions have encouraged the local gorse to start flowering.
Fields by the Rheidol A damp meadow in the foreground is enclosed on three sides by a loop in the Afon Rheidol; better drained fields lie beyond. The Rheidol valley goes off to the right, with the Melindwr to the left.
Fields by the Rheidol
A damp meadow in the foreground is enclosed on three sides by a loop in the Afon Rheidol; better drained fields lie beyond. The Rheidol valley goes off to the right, with the Melindwr to the left.
Grazing on the floor of Cwm Rheidol A very flat field found just to the east of the old gravel pits, now flooded and known as Tair Llyn. Some houses of Pisgah can be seen on the horizon; applications to build further houses there were refused once the planning authorities realised how visible some recently built ones were.
Grazing on the floor of Cwm Rheidol
A very flat field found just to the east of the old gravel pits, now flooded and known as Tair Llyn. Some houses of Pisgah can be seen on the horizon; applications to build further houses there were refused once the planning authorities realised how visible some recently built ones were.
Trees near the Rheidol Backlit by the sun on a very fine but freezing first day of February.
Trees near the Rheidol
Backlit by the sun on a very fine but freezing first day of February.
Pre-season on the Vale of Rheidol An unexpected encounter with an empty train at Capel Bangor station level crossing. Line and stock testing prior to the start of the season seems to be in progress.
Pre-season on the Vale of Rheidol
An unexpected encounter with an empty train at Capel Bangor station level crossing. Line and stock testing prior to the start of the season seems to be in progress.
Sign for Tyn Cwm Livery Yard South of Capel Bangor, the road to the livery is off the Rheidol Valley road.
Sign for Tyn Cwm Livery Yard
South of Capel Bangor, the road to the livery is off the Rheidol Valley road.
Gate and field, Rheidol Valley This farm gate has seen better days
Gate and field, Rheidol Valley
This farm gate has seen better days
Afon Rheidol, south of Capel Bangor
Afon Rheidol, south of Capel Bangor
Afon Rheidol, south of Capel Bangor The river rises in the Plynlimon mountains and enters the sea at Aberystwyth.
Afon Rheidol, south of Capel Bangor
The river rises in the Plynlimon mountains and enters the sea at Aberystwyth.
River Rheidol, meandering down the valley
River Rheidol, meandering down the valley
Seat beside the Rheidol Not easily accessible from this left side of the river. At this point, there is a large meander, and the river has just passed Tair Llyn (three lakes).
Seat beside the Rheidol
Not easily accessible from this left side of the river. At this point, there is a large meander, and the river has just passed Tair Llyn (three lakes).
Rheidol Valley farmland The farm in the distance is surrounded by three lakes - "tair llyn"
Rheidol Valley farmland
The farm in the distance is surrounded by three lakes - "tair llyn"
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Rhyd y golwg Wood is located at Grid Ref: SN6577 (Lat: 52.381844, Lng: -3.9810038)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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