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Coed Mawr

Wood, Forest in Brecknockshire

Wales

Coed Mawr

Afon Cilieni
Afon Cilieni Credit: Chris Andrews

Coed Mawr, located in Brecknockshire, Wales, is a picturesque wood known for its enchanting forest and natural beauty. Covering an area of approximately 100 acres, it is a haven for nature lovers and seekers of tranquility.

The wood is nestled in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Coed Mawr boasts a diverse range of trees, including native species such as oak, beech, and birch. The canopy formed by these majestic trees creates a serene and peaceful atmosphere, making it a popular destination for those seeking solitude and quiet reflection.

The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the charm and beauty of Coed Mawr. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including foxes, badgers, and numerous species of birds, making it a paradise for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers.

A network of well-maintained footpaths and trails meander through the wood, inviting visitors to explore its hidden gems. The paths lead to breathtaking viewpoints, providing stunning vistas of the surrounding countryside and the nearby Black Mountains.

Coed Mawr is not only a place of natural beauty but also holds historical significance. It was once part of a larger estate owned by a local landowner and has been cherished and protected for generations.

Visitors to Coed Mawr can immerse themselves in the tranquility of the forest, enjoying peaceful walks, photography, or simply basking in the serenity of nature. It is a place where one can escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the natural world.

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Coed Mawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.945686/-3.5597732 or Grid Reference SN9228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Afon Cilieni
Afon Cilieni
Farmland in the Cilieni valley Farmland viewed across the Cilieni valley, near Pentre'r-Felin.
Farmland in the Cilieni valley
Farmland viewed across the Cilieni valley, near Pentre'r-Felin.
Sheep country Sheep, mainly Kerrys, in a field in the Cilieni valley near Pentre'r-Felin.
Sheep country
Sheep, mainly Kerrys, in a field in the Cilieni valley near Pentre'r-Felin.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the building SW side of the road. It marks a point 202.479m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the building SW side of the road. It marks a point 202.479m above mean sea level.
Pentrefelin near Sennybridge View across the bridge towards the church in the next square.
Pentrefelin near Sennybridge
View across the bridge towards the church in the next square.
Sunny sheep pasture In the Cilieni valley east of Pentre'r-felin
Sunny sheep pasture
In the Cilieni valley east of Pentre'r-felin
Converted chapel at Pentre'r-felin A tiny community a mile north of Sennybridge.
Converted chapel at Pentre'r-felin
A tiny community a mile north of Sennybridge.
Aberllech, near Pentre'r-Felin
Aberllech, near Pentre'r-Felin
Devynnock: former terminus of the Brecon Forest Tramroad The Sennybridge depot was the northern terminus of the tramroad from 1823 until its closure in 1867. Now converted to a residence, the tallest building was originally a warehouse. A small water-powered iron foundry operated nearby. Source: Stephen Hughes. Industrial Archaeology of the Swansea Region, AIA 1988, 39
Devynnock: former terminus of the Brecon Forest Tramroad
The Sennybridge depot was the northern terminus of the tramroad from 1823 until its closure in 1867. Now converted to a residence, the tallest building was originally a warehouse. A small water-powered iron foundry operated nearby. Source: Stephen Hughes. Industrial Archaeology of the Swansea Region, AIA 1988, 39
Trig Point Cefn Llechid The trig point on the summit of Cefn Llechid is exactly 400m above sea level, in the background is Pen y Fan and Corn Du, the highest and second highest mountains in the Brecon Beacons.
Trig Point Cefn Llechid
The trig point on the summit of Cefn Llechid is exactly 400m above sea level, in the background is Pen y Fan and Corn Du, the highest and second highest mountains in the Brecon Beacons.
St. Cynog Church, Defynnog
St. Cynog Church, Defynnog
Former police station
Former police station
Pont Llwyncyntefin near Sennybridge
Pont Llwyncyntefin near Sennybridge
Sennybridge This is a view (south-)west douwn the main street A40 through Sennybridge. An information board in the car park off the left of shot states that the car park is adjacent to the old Brecon & Neath railway. Unfortunately, there is no evidence of the dismantled railway by the car park. The only sign I could find is that the large yellow building is a pub called "The Usk Railway".
Sennybridge
This is a view (south-)west douwn the main street A40 through Sennybridge. An information board in the car park off the left of shot states that the car park is adjacent to the old Brecon & Neath railway. Unfortunately, there is no evidence of the dismantled railway by the car park. The only sign I could find is that the large yellow building is a pub called "The Usk Railway".
River Usk - Afon Wysg Flanked With Woods & Meadows River Usk . The summit of Twyn Disgwylfa ( 417m) can be seen upper centre.
River Usk - Afon Wysg Flanked With Woods & Meadows
River Usk . The summit of Twyn Disgwylfa ( 417m) can be seen upper centre.
Waterfall on the Usk Kayaking over one of several small waterfalls that make the river Usk very picturesque downstream of Sennybridge.
Waterfall on the Usk
Kayaking over one of several small waterfalls that make the river Usk very picturesque downstream of Sennybridge.
Kayaking a Waterfall A natural rock ledge forming a waterfall on the river Usk. A deep pool below it near the north bank makes a safe drop for kayakers.
Kayaking a Waterfall
A natural rock ledge forming a waterfall on the river Usk. A deep pool below it near the north bank makes a safe drop for kayakers.
Defynnog, Phone Box in Garden This telephone box appears to be sited in its original position, and if you look on the map here you will see it shown as a working box ... it isn't - it is a private box with an old A/B Telephone in it complete with directories and the door padlocked up with a note on it about the box. Interesting that Ordnance Survey still have it shown as a working box. Nearest box is outside the church, just a short walk away.
Defynnog, Phone Box in Garden
This telephone box appears to be sited in its original position, and if you look on the map here you will see it shown as a working box ... it isn't - it is a private box with an old A/B Telephone in it complete with directories and the door padlocked up with a note on it about the box. Interesting that Ordnance Survey still have it shown as a working box. Nearest box is outside the church, just a short walk away.
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Coed Mawr is located at Grid Ref: SN9228 (Lat: 51.945686, Lng: -3.5597732)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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