Coed Cwmceunant

Wood, Forest in Carmarthenshire

Wales

Coed Cwmceunant

Enclosed stony track leading down to Gellygron, Llandeusant
Enclosed stony track leading down to Gellygron, Llandeusant Credit: Colin Park

Coed Cwmceunant is a picturesque wood located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. Situated in the heart of the countryside, this ancient forest covers an area of approximately 100 hectares. The woodland is renowned for its scenic beauty and is a popular destination for nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.

Coed Cwmceunant is characterized by its diverse range of plant and animal species. The forest is home to an array of native trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which form a dense canopy overhead. The forest floor is carpeted with a rich variety of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the spring and summer months.

The woodland is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, making it an ideal location for walkers and nature enthusiasts to explore. The paths meander through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and glimpses of the wildlife that calls this place home.

In addition to its natural beauty, Coed Cwmceunant also holds historical significance. The wood is said to have been used as a hiding place during medieval times and remnants of ancient structures can still be seen today.

Visitors to Coed Cwmceunant can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, birdwatching, or simply taking in the beauty of nature, Coed Cwmceunant offers something for everyone seeking a connection with the great outdoors.

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Enclosed stony track leading down to Gellygron, Llandeusant
Enclosed stony track leading down to Gellygron, Llandeusant
Llandeusant Church (Black Mountain)
Llandeusant Church (Black Mountain)
Afon Sawdde
Afon Sawdde
Safety barrier Flooded track over Nant Caeforys.
Safety barrier
Flooded track over Nant Caeforys.
Nant Caeforys One of countless small tributaries of Afon Tywi.
Nant Caeforys
One of countless small tributaries of Afon Tywi.
Llanddeusant Church There is a youth hostel close to the church.
Llanddeusant Church
There is a youth hostel close to the church.
Llanddeusant Graveyard This graveyard is across the road from the church. On this side of the road you can be buried in the shadow of the Carmarthen Fans.
Llanddeusant Graveyard
This graveyard is across the road from the church. On this side of the road you can be buried in the shadow of the Carmarthen Fans.
Junction leading to Llyn-y-Fan Fach This is what separates the brave driver from the amateur tourist. Don't stay on the road to the right. That just goes to a farm. Visitors to the lake must face the track straight ahead.
Junction leading to Llyn-y-Fan Fach
This is what separates the brave driver from the amateur tourist. Don't stay on the road to the right. That just goes to a farm. Visitors to the lake must face the track straight ahead.
Cross Inn A pub on the road from Twynllanan to Trecastle.
Cross Inn
A pub on the road from Twynllanan to Trecastle.
Buildings on the road from Llanddeusant to Cross Inn On an unforgivingly windy, steep and narrow road from Llanddeusant to Cross Inn lie a couple of houses. Feels like a long way from anywhere.
Buildings on the road from Llanddeusant to Cross Inn
On an unforgivingly windy, steep and narrow road from Llanddeusant to Cross Inn lie a couple of houses. Feels like a long way from anywhere.
Red Kites Feeding at Llanddeusant
Red Kites Feeding at Llanddeusant
Afon Sychlwch The river is fed by many streams originating below the Bannau Sir Gaer ridge.  There are plenty of round boulders in this area, indicating that an ice-age glacier ended near here.
Afon Sychlwch
The river is fed by many streams originating below the Bannau Sir Gaer ridge. There are plenty of round boulders in this area, indicating that an ice-age glacier ended near here.
Gelli-onen farmhouse Farm building at the end of the public part of the road from Llanddeusant to Llyn y Fan Fach.
Gelli-onen farmhouse
Farm building at the end of the public part of the road from Llanddeusant to Llyn y Fan Fach.
Sawdde Valley Near the end of the public part of the access road from Llanddeusant to Llyn y Fan Fach.  The Afon Sawdde is dug in deep to the south (right in the picture) of the road, with plenty of deciduous trees growing along its banks.  Apart from the trench in which the river flows, the square is mostly enclosed grazing land, with a little commons in the higher NE corner.  The mountains in the background are the Bannau Sir Gaer 4km SE.
Sawdde Valley
Near the end of the public part of the access road from Llanddeusant to Llyn y Fan Fach. The Afon Sawdde is dug in deep to the south (right in the picture) of the road, with plenty of deciduous trees growing along its banks. Apart from the trench in which the river flows, the square is mostly enclosed grazing land, with a little commons in the higher NE corner. The mountains in the background are the Bannau Sir Gaer 4km SE.
Blaen-cwm Twynllanan to Trecastle road. Chimney Belongs to Blaen-cwm. ( shown on 1:25000o/s)
Blaen-cwm
Twynllanan to Trecastle road. Chimney Belongs to Blaen-cwm. ( shown on 1:25000o/s)
Country Lane Near Cross Inn
Country Lane
Near Cross Inn
Footpath Stile & Post Footpath from unclassified road.
Footpath Stile & Post
Footpath from unclassified road.
Llanddeusant Youth Hostel The building was a former inn, The Red Lion, built in 1789. The red kite feeding station at Talsarn is one mile away.
Llanddeusant Youth Hostel
The building was a former inn, The Red Lion, built in 1789. The red kite feeding station at Talsarn is one mile away.
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Coed Cwmceunant is located at Grid Ref: SN7724 (Lat: 51.909988, Lng: -3.7821223)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 51.909988,-3.7821223
Llanddeusant
Place: village
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.9059836/-3.779442
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