Allt Goch

Wood, Forest in Brecknockshire

Wales

Allt Goch

Milestone - Brecon 6
Milestone - Brecon 6 Credit: Adrian Dust

Allt Goch is a woodland area located in Brecknockshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast expanse of land, the forest is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse range of flora and fauna. Nestled amidst the rolling hills and valleys of the Brecon Beacons National Park, Allt Goch offers a tranquil escape for nature enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers alike.

The woodland is predominantly composed of native broadleaf trees such as oak, beech, and ash, creating a rich and vibrant canopy that provides shelter and sustenance for a variety of wildlife. Visitors to Allt Goch can expect to encounter an array of bird species, including woodpeckers, thrushes, and owls, as well as small mammals like badgers, foxes, and squirrels.

Numerous walking trails wind their way through the forest, allowing visitors to explore its many hidden treasures. Whether it's a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike, Allt Goch caters to all levels of fitness and interest. Along the way, hikers may stumble upon picturesque streams, ancient stone ruins, and breathtaking viewpoints that offer panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside.

Allt Goch also boasts a rich cultural history. The forest has been inhabited for centuries, with remnants of Iron Age settlements and medieval structures still visible today. Archaeologists and history enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the past by exploring these ancient sites and unraveling the mysteries they hold.

In summary, Allt Goch in Brecknockshire is a captivating woodland that showcases the beauty of Wales's natural landscape. With its diverse wildlife, scenic trails, and historical significance, it offers a truly immersive and enriching experience for all who visit.

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Allt Goch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.027208/-3.4290623 or Grid Reference SO0237. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Milestone - Brecon 6
Milestone - Brecon 6
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the roadside building at Castell Madoc. It marks a point 231.142m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the roadside building at Castell Madoc. It marks a point 231.142m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket (11672) This OS Flush Bracket can be found on the roadside building at Castell Madoc. It marks a point 231.398m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket (11672)
This OS Flush Bracket can be found on the roadside building at Castell Madoc. It marks a point 231.398m above mean sea level.
Bethania chapel Dated 1842. Rebuilt 1877. Having something done to it 2012.
Bethania chapel
Dated 1842. Rebuilt 1877. Having something done to it 2012.
Old building at Lower Chapel A school or a chapel or village hall? Dated 1852.
Old building at Lower Chapel
A school or a chapel or village hall? Dated 1852.
Church of St Michael [1] The church, in Lower Chapel, was established circa 1790 and rebuilt in 1863.  More details are at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cpat.org.uk/Archive/churches/brecon/16385.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cpat.org.uk/Archive/churches/brecon/16385.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Church of St Michael [1]
The church, in Lower Chapel, was established circa 1790 and rebuilt in 1863. More details are at: LinkExternal link
Church of St Michael [2] The church, in Lower Chapel, was established circa 1790 and rebuilt in 1863.  More details are at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://cpat.org.uk/Archive/churches/brecon/16385.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://cpat.org.uk/Archive/churches/brecon/16385.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Church of St Michael [2]
The church, in Lower Chapel, was established circa 1790 and rebuilt in 1863. More details are at: LinkExternal link
Church of St Michael [3] An information notice on the gate of the church.
Church of St Michael [3]
An information notice on the gate of the church.
Lower Chapel [1] This chapel gives the location its name.  The English Presbyterian and Calvinistic Methodist chapel was built in 1810, then rebuilt in 1815 and again in 1857. Further rebuilding work took place in 1910.
Lower Chapel [1]
This chapel gives the location its name. The English Presbyterian and Calvinistic Methodist chapel was built in 1810, then rebuilt in 1815 and again in 1857. Further rebuilding work took place in 1910.
Lower Chapel [2] A plaque on the side of the chapel.
Lower Chapel [2]
A plaque on the side of the chapel.
Church hall The hall with an 1852 datestone over the doorway stands alongside the church of St Michael in Lower Chapel.
Church hall
The hall with an 1852 datestone over the doorway stands alongside the church of St Michael in Lower Chapel.
Wall post box This George V post box has recently been relocated into a garden wall.  It was originally built into a house.
Wall post box
This George V post box has recently been relocated into a garden wall. It was originally built into a house.
Roadside seat The bench is alongside the B4520 road in Lower Chapel.
Roadside seat
The bench is alongside the B4520 road in Lower Chapel.
Nant y Gof The Nant y Gof stream trickles under the road on its way to joint the Afon Honddu.
Nant y Gof
The Nant y Gof stream trickles under the road on its way to joint the Afon Honddu.
Small substation This small electrical substation is alongside the B4520 road in Lower Chapel.
Small substation
This small electrical substation is alongside the B4520 road in Lower Chapel.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the NE face of St Michael's Church. It marks a point 228.725m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the NE face of St Michael's Church. It marks a point 228.725m above mean sea level.
Lower Chapel, Church Hall Lower Chapel (Capel Isaf) is a small, nucleated, valley-floor settlement which developed surrounding its church. It is situated on the east bank of the Afon Honddu.  The hamlet, which straddles the B4520 Builth Wells to Brecon road, lies approximately 3 miles to the south of its sister settlement, Upper Chapel (Capel Uchaf) and is approximately 4½ miles to the north of Brecon.

This stone building is dated “1852”. It stands just outside St Michael’s churchyard.
Lower Chapel, Church Hall
Lower Chapel (Capel Isaf) is a small, nucleated, valley-floor settlement which developed surrounding its church. It is situated on the east bank of the Afon Honddu. The hamlet, which straddles the B4520 Builth Wells to Brecon road, lies approximately 3 miles to the south of its sister settlement, Upper Chapel (Capel Uchaf) and is approximately 4½ miles to the north of Brecon. This stone building is dated “1852”. It stands just outside St Michael’s churchyard.
Baily Brith Farm The B4520 is a hilly road which runs for 16 miles between Builth Wells and Brecon, following the course of the River Honduu for most of its length.
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Baily Brith Farm
The B4520 is a hilly road which runs for 16 miles between Builth Wells and Brecon, following the course of the River Honduu for most of its length. LinkExternal link SABRE LinkExternal link Greatest Driving Roads
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Allt Goch is located at Grid Ref: SO0237 (Lat: 52.027208, Lng: -3.4290623)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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