Allt yr Hafod

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Allt yr Hafod

Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks Cyffordd o draciau yn Allt Cwm-dyfiog.

A junction of tracks at Allt Cwm-dyfiog
Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks Credit: Alan Richards

Allt yr Hafod is a picturesque wood located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated near the village of Pontargothi, this forested area covers approximately 50 hectares of land. The wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and those seeking tranquility amidst stunning natural surroundings.

The woodland is primarily composed of broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These towering trees create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. Visitors can expect to spot a range of bird species, such as woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as mammals like squirrels, badgers, and foxes.

Allt yr Hafod is crisscrossed by a network of walking paths, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their leisure. The paths wind through the trees, revealing beautiful vistas and hidden glades. There are also several picnic areas dotted throughout the wood, providing a perfect spot to rest and enjoy a packed lunch.

One notable feature of Allt yr Hafod is the presence of a small stream that meanders through the wood. This babbling brook not only adds to the serenity of the surroundings but also provides a habitat for various aquatic species.

Overall, Allt yr Hafod is a captivating woodland that offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its diverse flora and fauna, scenic trails, and tranquil ambiance, it is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solace in nature.

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Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks Cyffordd o draciau yn Allt Cwm-dyfiog.

A junction of tracks at Allt Cwm-dyfiog
Cyffordd o draciau / A junction of tracks
Cyffordd o draciau yn Allt Cwm-dyfiog. A junction of tracks at Allt Cwm-dyfiog
Trac y goedwigaeth / Forestry track Trac y goedwigaeth ger Penlan-dolau.

A forestry track near Penlan-dolau (trans. hilltop of meadows)
Trac y goedwigaeth / Forestry track
Trac y goedwigaeth ger Penlan-dolau. A forestry track near Penlan-dolau (trans. hilltop of meadows)
Allt Cwm-dyfiog Llwybr cyhoeddus yn gadael y trac yn Allt Cwm-dyfiog.

A public footpath exits the track at Allt Cwm-dyfiog.
Allt Cwm-dyfiog
Llwybr cyhoeddus yn gadael y trac yn Allt Cwm-dyfiog. A public footpath exits the track at Allt Cwm-dyfiog.
Heol ger Bwlch-y-gilwen / Road near Bwlch-y-gilwen Heol fach ger anhedd-dy o'r enw Bwlch-y-gilwen.

A minor road near a property known as Bwlch-y-gilwen (trans. white nook pass)
Heol ger Bwlch-y-gilwen / Road near Bwlch-y-gilwen
Heol fach ger anhedd-dy o'r enw Bwlch-y-gilwen. A minor road near a property known as Bwlch-y-gilwen (trans. white nook pass)
Heol yn Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen / A road at Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen Heol fach yn mynd i lawr y waered yn Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen.

A minor road descending the hill at Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen (trans. fair nook pass).
Heol yn Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen / A road at Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen
Heol fach yn mynd i lawr y waered yn Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen. A minor road descending the hill at Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen (trans. fair nook pass).
Llwybr Allt Bwlch-y-gelain / Allt Bwlch-y-gelain Llwybr yn gadael yr heol fach o dan Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen.

A path exits the road beneath Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen.
Llwybr Allt Bwlch-y-gelain / Allt Bwlch-y-gelain
Llwybr yn gadael yr heol fach o dan Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen. A path exits the road beneath Allt Bwlch-y-gilwen.
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path Llwybr yn mynd i gyfeiriad Ffarm Aber-Mangoed.

A path heading in the direction of Aber-Mangoed Farm.
 (trans. confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path
Llwybr yn mynd i gyfeiriad Ffarm Aber-Mangoed. A path heading in the direction of Aber-Mangoed Farm. (trans. confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path Llwybr yn mynd i gyfeiriad Ffarm Aber-Mangoed.

A path heading towards Aber-Mangoed Farm (trans. confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path
Llwybr yn mynd i gyfeiriad Ffarm Aber-Mangoed. A path heading towards Aber-Mangoed Farm (trans. confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr o dan Allt Aber-Mangoed.

Walkers following a path below Allt Aber-Mangoed (trans. wooded slope near the confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr Aber-Mangoed / Aber-Mangoed path
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr o dan Allt Aber-Mangoed. Walkers following a path below Allt Aber-Mangoed (trans. wooded slope near the confluence of the Mangoed stream).
Llwybr ger Ffarm Brynteg / Path near Brynteg Farm Llwybr yn agosau at yr heol ger Ffarm Brynteg.

A path approaches the road near Brynteg Farm (trans. fairhill).
Llwybr ger Ffarm Brynteg / Path near Brynteg Farm
Llwybr yn agosau at yr heol ger Ffarm Brynteg. A path approaches the road near Brynteg Farm (trans. fairhill).
Llwyr ger Glan Meddyg / Path near Glan Meddyg Heol fynedfa a llwybr cyhoeddus ger Ffarm Glan Meddyg.

An access road and public footpath near Glan Meddyg Farm (trans. bank of the ?physician's stream).
Llwyr ger Glan Meddyg / Path near Glan Meddyg
Heol fynedfa a llwybr cyhoeddus ger Ffarm Glan Meddyg. An access road and public footpath near Glan Meddyg Farm (trans. bank of the ?physician's stream).
Pont dros Afon Cothi / Bridge over Afon Cothi Heol fach wledig yn croesi pont sy'n rhychwantu Afon Cothi.

A minor rural road crosses a bridge spanning Afon Cothi.
Pont dros Afon Cothi / Bridge over Afon Cothi
Heol fach wledig yn croesi pont sy'n rhychwantu Afon Cothi. A minor rural road crosses a bridge spanning Afon Cothi.
Llwybr ceffyl Allt Dinbeth / Allt Dinbeth bridleway Llwybr ceffyl ar droed Allt Dinbeth.

A bridleway at the foot of Allt Dinbeth (trans. wooded hill of ?_____ fort).
Llwybr ceffyl Allt Dinbeth / Allt Dinbeth bridleway
Llwybr ceffyl ar droed Allt Dinbeth. A bridleway at the foot of Allt Dinbeth (trans. wooded hill of ?_____ fort).
Llwybr ceffyl Allt Dinbeth / Allt Dinbeth bridleway Llwybr ceffyl ar droed Allt Dinbeth.

A bridleway at the foot of Allt Dinbeth (trans. wooded hill of ?_____ fort).
Llwybr ceffyl Allt Dinbeth / Allt Dinbeth bridleway
Llwybr ceffyl ar droed Allt Dinbeth. A bridleway at the foot of Allt Dinbeth (trans. wooded hill of ?_____ fort).
Llwybr Blaenau / Blaenau path Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr cyhoeddus i lawr o'r ucheldir tuag at Ffarm y Blaenau.

Walkers following a public path down from the hills in the direction of Blaenau Farm (trans. uplands)
Llwybr Blaenau / Blaenau path
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr cyhoeddus i lawr o'r ucheldir tuag at Ffarm y Blaenau. Walkers following a public path down from the hills in the direction of Blaenau Farm (trans. uplands)
Festri Bethel Vestry Cerddwyr yn cael seibiant y tu fas i festri a chyn stablau Bethel Cwm Pedol, Capel y Bedwyddwyr.

Walkers having a rest outside the vestry and former stables of Bethel Cwm Pedol Baptist Chapel.
Festri Bethel Vestry
Cerddwyr yn cael seibiant y tu fas i festri a chyn stablau Bethel Cwm Pedol, Capel y Bedwyddwyr. Walkers having a rest outside the vestry and former stables of Bethel Cwm Pedol Baptist Chapel.
Ger Ffarm Brynteg / Near Brynteg Farm Cerddwyr yn croesi pont sy'n rhychwantu Afon Cothi wrth ddilyn yr heol tuag at Gwrtycadno.

Walkers crossing the bridge which spans the Cothi River while following the road toward Cwrtycadno (trans. fox court).
Ger Ffarm Brynteg / Near Brynteg Farm
Cerddwyr yn croesi pont sy'n rhychwantu Afon Cothi wrth ddilyn yr heol tuag at Gwrtycadno. Walkers crossing the bridge which spans the Cothi River while following the road toward Cwrtycadno (trans. fox court).
Cwm Fanagoed View up the Fanagoed valley, Erw-hen farmhouse on the right
Cwm Fanagoed
View up the Fanagoed valley, Erw-hen farmhouse on the right
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Allt yr Hafod is located at Grid Ref: SN6744 (Lat: 52.078997, Lng: -3.9419942)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///afraid.stared.dives. Near Lampeter, Ceredigion

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