Coed Cwmtawe

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Coed Cwmtawe

Heol Las Approaching the turning to Gellifowy Fach farm.
Heol Las Credit: Alan Hughes

Coed Cwmtawe, located in Glamorgan, Wales, is a picturesque wood or forest that spans over a vast area. With its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity, it is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is nestled in the valley of the River Tawe, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic landscapes. It boasts a diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, ash, and birch, creating a tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. The forest floor is blanketed with vibrant wildflowers and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Coed Cwmtawe is home to a plethora of wildlife, making it a haven for bird watchers and animal lovers. Visitors may catch a glimpse of various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and wrens, or spot elusive mammals like foxes, badgers, and deer. The woodland is also teeming with smaller creatures like squirrels, rabbits, and a variety of insects.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Coed Cwmtawe offers a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest's hidden treasures. The paths wind through the woods, revealing breathtaking viewpoints, cascading streams, and charming picnic spots. Nature lovers can also enjoy camping, photography, or simply immersing themselves in the tranquility of the forest.

Coed Cwmtawe's accessibility and natural beauty make it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Its preservation and conservation efforts ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy this remarkable woodland retreat.

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Coed Cwmtawe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.734231/-3.8196437 or Grid Reference SN7405. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Heol Las Approaching the turning to Gellifowy Fach farm.
Heol Las
Approaching the turning to Gellifowy Fach farm.
Penydarren Farm Cattle yard at Penydarren Farm.
Penydarren Farm
Cattle yard at Penydarren Farm.
Track leading to Cwm Du
Track leading to Cwm Du
Penydarren Farm
Penydarren Farm
Location Of Long Gone Farm Building You can just make out the wall lines in the long vegetation.
Location Of Long Gone Farm Building
You can just make out the wall lines in the long vegetation.
Reconstructed Culvert
Reconstructed Culvert
Pontardawe farm produce shop Pontardawe farm produce shop, located in a shed and horse box. Selling local meat, eggs and milk.
Pontardawe farm produce shop
Pontardawe farm produce shop, located in a shed and horse box. Selling local meat, eggs and milk.
Cilybebyll Church Cilybebyll Church Saint John the Evangelist, Church Road, Cilybebyll. Formerly in West Glamorgan, now Neath Port Talbot.
Cilybebyll Church
Cilybebyll Church Saint John the Evangelist, Church Road, Cilybebyll. Formerly in West Glamorgan, now Neath Port Talbot.
Cricket on Pontardawe Recreation Ground Pontardawe Recreation Ground is on the flood plain of the River Tawe, which is behind the trees on the right of the photograph.  The Swansea Canal runs below the houses.
Cricket on Pontardawe Recreation Ground
Pontardawe Recreation Ground is on the flood plain of the River Tawe, which is behind the trees on the right of the photograph. The Swansea Canal runs below the houses.
Cilybebyll Church St John the Evangelist's church at Cilybebyll (the Roman "retreat of the tents").
Cilybebyll Church
St John the Evangelist's church at Cilybebyll (the Roman "retreat of the tents").
View Across Tawe Valley To Gellinudd A typical view across a South Wales valley.  Steep slopes, meandering river, new road in the valley bottom, small farms, birch woodland, straggling village and coniferous planting and moorland on the plateau surface.
View Across Tawe Valley To Gellinudd
A typical view across a South Wales valley. Steep slopes, meandering river, new road in the valley bottom, small farms, birch woodland, straggling village and coniferous planting and moorland on the plateau surface.
View Across Tawe Valley Up on the plateau top looking towards the farms of Bryn-glas and Gellifowy-ganol.
View Across Tawe Valley
Up on the plateau top looking towards the farms of Bryn-glas and Gellifowy-ganol.
How Green Was My Valley ? Looking across the Tawe Valley between Pontardawe and Ystalyfera.  The east side of the valley had numerous mines which have been hidden by the subsequent planting.  Tareni Gleision farm still survives in its clearing.  The electricity pylons march across the skyline of Varteg Hill.
How Green Was My Valley ?
Looking across the Tawe Valley between Pontardawe and Ystalyfera. The east side of the valley had numerous mines which have been hidden by the subsequent planting. Tareni Gleision farm still survives in its clearing. The electricity pylons march across the skyline of Varteg Hill.
Bridge over canal Pontardawe - Ynysmeudwy Bridge across canal on St Illtuds Way leading to Brecon Road and Coed-cae
Bridge over canal Pontardawe - Ynysmeudwy
Bridge across canal on St Illtuds Way leading to Brecon Road and Coed-cae
Swing bridge  over canal. This is not marked on the ordnance survey map and is some kind of water drainage or control system harnessing water from stream.
Swing bridge over canal.
This is not marked on the ordnance survey map and is some kind of water drainage or control system harnessing water from stream.
Ynsmeudwy Bridge over canal
Ynsmeudwy Bridge over canal
Weir This geograph is marked on the map as a weir but it is a disused lock with restored lock keeper's hut.
Weir
This geograph is marked on the map as a weir but it is a disused lock with restored lock keeper's hut.
Small ford just above some waterfalls There was a series of waterfalls just beneath this ford.  Also, for some reason, there were a series of yellow ribbons tied around tree trunks and fence posts.  The path petered out soon afterwards.
Small ford just above some waterfalls
There was a series of waterfalls just beneath this ford. Also, for some reason, there were a series of yellow ribbons tied around tree trunks and fence posts. The path petered out soon afterwards.
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Coed Cwmtawe is located at Grid Ref: SN7405 (Lat: 51.734231, Lng: -3.8196437)

Unitary Authority: Neath Port Talbot

Police Authority: South Wales

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Mini Roundabout
Lat/Long: 51.7368314/-3.8243214
Power: tower
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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 17:00; Sa 11:15
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