Allt Cwmtywyll

Wood, Forest in Brecknockshire

Wales

Allt Cwmtywyll

Babel village hall A new building it seems in this rural area.
Babel village hall Credit: Neil Owen

Allt Cwmtywyll is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Brecknockshire, Wales. The name translates to "Wood of the Hollow of the Ghost" in English, adding to its mystique and charm.

Covering an area of approximately 100 hectares, Allt Cwmtywyll is a diverse forest that boasts a rich variety of flora and fauna. The woodland consists mainly of broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy, providing shade and shelter for a wide range of woodland creatures.

The forest is crisscrossed by a network of well-maintained footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their leisure. These paths wind through the woodland, passing by tranquil streams and small waterfalls, enhancing the overall allure of the area.

Allt Cwmtywyll is home to an abundance of wildlife, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. Visitors may spot various bird species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and thrushes, as well as small mammals like squirrels and foxes. The forest also supports a diverse range of insects, contributing to its ecological significance.

The woodland has been carefully managed over the years to maintain its natural beauty while also providing sustainable resources. Local communities often utilize the forest for recreational activities, such as hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching.

Allt Cwmtywyll is a true gem in Brecknockshire, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in nature's tranquility and appreciate the wonders of the Welsh countryside.

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Allt Cwmtywyll Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.010033/-3.6791593 or Grid Reference SN8435. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Babel village hall A new building it seems in this rural area.
Babel village hall
A new building it seems in this rural area.
Farmhouse on the edge of Crychan Forest Near to Craigyrwyddon.
Farmhouse on the edge of Crychan Forest
Near to Craigyrwyddon.
Late sun on the fields Low sunshine brings out the texture of this field near Allt Craigyrwyddon.
Late sun on the fields
Low sunshine brings out the texture of this field near Allt Craigyrwyddon.
Disused quarry in Crychan There are a number of small quarries in the forest, but most are no longer in use - as is this one at Craig Llywel. Instead the scars remain for Mother Nature to reclaim.
Disused quarry in Crychan
There are a number of small quarries in the forest, but most are no longer in use - as is this one at Craig Llywel. Instead the scars remain for Mother Nature to reclaim.
Crychan forest, near Esgair Berfedd Looking down across the valley towards Craigyrwyddon.
Crychan forest, near Esgair Berfedd
Looking down across the valley towards Craigyrwyddon.
A hill of timber Looking across the Nant Tridwr valley towards Craigyrwyddon, with the flank of Allt Craigyrwyddon thickly forested.
A hill of timber
Looking across the Nant Tridwr valley towards Craigyrwyddon, with the flank of Allt Craigyrwyddon thickly forested.
Farmland around Babel View across farmland at Babel with farms of Glyntywarch and Penrhiw in the middle distance.
Farmland around Babel
View across farmland at Babel with farms of Glyntywarch and Penrhiw in the middle distance.
Farm track at Babel Farm track at Babel providing access to farmland at Babel.
Farm track at Babel
Farm track at Babel providing access to farmland at Babel.
Village Hall at Babel
Village Hall at Babel
Field above Maes-y-gwaelod Field above Maes-y-gwaelod to the east of Babel.
Field above Maes-y-gwaelod
Field above Maes-y-gwaelod to the east of Babel.
Trees near Maes-y-gwaelod Tree tops beyond a field near Maes-y-gwaelod to the east of Babel.
Trees near Maes-y-gwaelod
Tree tops beyond a field near Maes-y-gwaelod to the east of Babel.
Maes-y-fforch Maes-y-fforch viewed from across the valley.
Maes-y-fforch
Maes-y-fforch viewed from across the valley.
Country road at Babel Country road in a wooded valley at Babel.
Country road at Babel
Country road in a wooded valley at Babel.
View to Troed-y-rhiw View across the valley to Troed-y-rhiw which is just visible through the bare trees.
View to Troed-y-rhiw
View across the valley to Troed-y-rhiw which is just visible through the bare trees.
Road above Nant Gwennol No through road in a remote Welsh valley above Nant Gwennol.
Road above Nant Gwennol
No through road in a remote Welsh valley above Nant Gwennol.
Esgair Berfedd Forest track approaching Esgair Berfedd in the Crychan forest.
Esgair Berfedd
Forest track approaching Esgair Berfedd in the Crychan forest.
Military road, Sennybridge Training Area
Military road, Sennybridge Training Area
Blaen Y Glyn trig point Blaen Y Glyn triangulation station, flush bracket number S5649.
Blaen Y Glyn trig point
Blaen Y Glyn triangulation station, flush bracket number S5649.
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Allt Cwmtywyll is located at Grid Ref: SN8435 (Lat: 52.010033, Lng: -3.6791593)

Unitary Authority: Carmarthenshire

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///dimes.satin.spill. Near Llandovery, Carmarthenshire

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Located within 500m of 52.010033,-3.6791593
Ford: yes
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Lat/Long: 52.0123442/-3.6821836
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