Coed Mawr

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Coed Mawr

On the slopes of Mynydd Tyle Coch
On the slopes of Mynydd Tyle Coch Credit: Alan Hughes

Coed Mawr, located in Glamorgan, Wales, is a picturesque woodland area renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystems. Spread across several acres, this ancient forest is a haven for various wildlife species and offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by a mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a dense canopy overhead, providing shade and shelter. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, wildflowers, and mosses, adding to the enchanting atmosphere.

Coed Mawr boasts an extensive network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest's hidden nooks and crannies. The paths meander through the woods, crossing babbling streams and passing by small ponds. These water features are not only aesthetically pleasing but also provide habitats for amphibians and water-dwelling creatures.

The forest is teeming with wildlife, making it a popular spot for birdwatching and animal spotting. Red kites, buzzards, and owls can often be seen soaring above the treetops, while on the forest floor, visitors might encounter rabbits, squirrels, and even deer. The diverse range of habitats within Coed Mawr supports a multitude of species, making it an important conservation site.

Aside from its natural beauty, Coed Mawr also holds historical significance. The woodland has ancient roots, with evidence of human activity dating back thousands of years. Remnants of a prehistoric settlement, including burial mounds and stone circles, can be found within the forest, serving as a reminder of its cultural heritage.

Coed Mawr is a cherished gem in Glamorgan, attracting nature lovers, hikers, and history enthusiasts alike with its captivating landscapes and rich biodiversity.

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Coed Mawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.663537/-3.5218379 or Grid Reference SS9497. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the slopes of Mynydd Tyle Coch
On the slopes of Mynydd Tyle Coch
Path from Cwmparc Twyn Du on the left with the escarpment of Craig Fach beyond.
Path from Cwmparc
Twyn Du on the left with the escarpment of Craig Fach beyond.
Treherbert station looking south A minimalist facility at the end of the line from Cardiff.  The 17.16 to Cardiff Central will soon leave.
Treherbert station looking south
A minimalist facility at the end of the line from Cardiff. The 17.16 to Cardiff Central will soon leave.
End of the line at Treherbert A short extension of the line is required to provide access to carriage sidings.
End of the line at Treherbert
A short extension of the line is required to provide access to carriage sidings.
Gospel Hall, Treorchy An example of a ‘Tin Tabernacle’, of which only a handful survive in Wales.  This one still serves as a Gospel Hall in Treorchy, with services every Sunday and Bible Readings on Wednesdays.  The roof has recently been replaced with profile cladding.

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Gospel Hall, Treorchy
An example of a ‘Tin Tabernacle’, of which only a handful survive in Wales. This one still serves as a Gospel Hall in Treorchy, with services every Sunday and Bible Readings on Wednesdays. The roof has recently been replaced with profile cladding. See LinkExternal link.
Herbert Street, Treorchy A typical street in a typical Welsh valleys mining town.  The mining has gone but the community and the spirit are still there.
Herbert Street, Treorchy
A typical street in a typical Welsh valleys mining town. The mining has gone but the community and the spirit are still there.
Welsh lamb Tiled entrance to a butcher’s shop in Treorchy High Street.  The tiles have been there for many years and are beginning to show their age.  A couple need to be replaced.
Welsh lamb
Tiled entrance to a butcher’s shop in Treorchy High Street. The tiles have been there for many years and are beginning to show their age. A couple need to be replaced.
Pompren  dros nant / A footbridge spanning a stream Pombren yn rhychwantu nant yng Nghwmparc. 

A footbridge spans a stream at Cwmparc (trans. valley of enclosed land).
Pompren dros nant / A footbridge spanning a stream
Pombren yn rhychwantu nant yng Nghwmparc. A footbridge spans a stream at Cwmparc (trans. valley of enclosed land).
Llwybr yng Nghwmparc / Path in Cwmparc Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr yng Nghwmparc. 

Walkers following a path in Cwmparc (trans. valley with enclosed land).
Llwybr yng Nghwmparc / Path in Cwmparc
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr yng Nghwmparc. Walkers following a path in Cwmparc (trans. valley with enclosed land).
Rhondda valley View from Pen Pych over Treherbert, Ynyswen and Treorchy towards Gelli where the smoke appears to be coming from.  Right of centre, the Treherbert to Cardiff railway.
Rhondda valley
View from Pen Pych over Treherbert, Ynyswen and Treorchy towards Gelli where the smoke appears to be coming from. Right of centre, the Treherbert to Cardiff railway.
The Prince of Wales, Treorchy.
The Prince of Wales, Treorchy.
Mural on the wall of the Red Lion Mural created by the pupils of Ysgol Gynradd Ynyswen.
Mural on the wall of the Red Lion
Mural created by the pupils of Ysgol Gynradd Ynyswen.
Mural on the wall of the Red Lion See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672766">SS9596 : Mural on the wall of the Red Lion</a>.
Mural on the wall of the Red Lion
Ingrowing post box The tree now appears to be swallowing the post box. Cemetery Road, Treorchy.
Ingrowing post box
The tree now appears to be swallowing the post box. Cemetery Road, Treorchy.
Nant Cwm Gau Mountain stream above Treorchy.
Nant Cwm Gau
Mountain stream above Treorchy.
Fforch Orky, Treorchy
Fforch Orky, Treorchy
Ingrowing post box See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7672780">SS9598 : Ingrowing post box</a>.
Ingrowing post box
Treorchy Looking up Rhondda Fawr.  The Rhondda valleys were once best known for coal mining, but there are no collieries left there now.
Treorchy
Looking up Rhondda Fawr. The Rhondda valleys were once best known for coal mining, but there are no collieries left there now.
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Coed Mawr is located at Grid Ref: SS9497 (Lat: 51.663537, Lng: -3.5218379)

Unitary Authority: Rhondda Cynon Taf

Police Authority: South Wales

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.663537,-3.5218379
Ynyswen
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Railway: switch
Lat/Long: 51.6643086/-3.5201471
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