Coed Arthur

Wood, Forest in Glamorgan

Wales

Coed Arthur

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the building NE side of the road. It marks a point 60.597m above mean sea level. — Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Adrian Dust

Coed Arthur, also known as Glamorgan Wood or Glamorgan Forest, is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Glamorgan, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, the forest is home to an array of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

The woodland is characterized by its dense, ancient trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which create a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers, contributing to its enchanting beauty. The presence of a diverse range of wildlife, such as red squirrels, foxes, and various bird species, adds to the allure of Coed Arthur.

Visitors to the forest can explore its numerous walking trails, which wind their way through the forest and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. There are also designated picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Additionally, the forest provides a popular venue for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and photography.

Coed Arthur holds historical significance as well. It is believed to have been a site of ancient settlements, with remnants of Iron Age hillforts and burial mounds discovered within the woodland. These archaeological findings add an element of intrigue and fascination to the forest.

Overall, Coed Arthur in Glamorgan is a captivating woodland that offers a harmonious blend of natural beauty and historical significance. Whether it is for a peaceful walk, wildlife observation, or exploration of the area's rich history, this forest provides an idyllic escape into nature.

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Coed Arthur Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.435208/-3.38264 or Grid Reference ST0371. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the building NE side of the road. It marks a point 60.597m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Pigsty and Stone Stile

Traditional 18th century corbelled pigsty constructed of coursed liassic limestone rubble with traces of limewash together with the remains of the pig pen with enclosing walls, also of limestone. The stone stile survives in the wall to the north of the sty. Listed by Cadw as Grade II.

Colin Cheesman

St Cadoc's Parish Church, Llancarfan

The parish church of Llancarfan is dedicated to St Cadoc who founded a monastery on the site in the 6th century. The original Norman church was replaced with this one in the 13th and 14th centuries. In the 14th century the south aisle was lengthened, widened and raised to create the Raglan Chapel and the West tower was erected. The chancel, nave and Raglan Chapel were re-roofed in the 15th century. Between 1887-1888 the church was restored including substantial rebuilding of the West tower. The tower contains 4 bells all originally cast in the 17th century. The church is listed as Grade I by Cadw.

Colin Cheesman

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the Footbridge. It marks a point 17.651m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall NW side of the road. It marks a point 59.948m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the wall of Cross House. It marks a point 53.038m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the barn at Cross House. It marks a point 54.437m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the roadside building at New House Farm. It marks a point 62.134m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Jay The Jay is a large and colourful bird yet is rarely seen. Its harsh call is often heard when walking in woodland however. Being a member of the Crow family it is highly intelligent and particularly alert to intrusion in its home territory and its call as it flies to safety alerts all inhabitants of the woodland to our presence. For this reason it is sometimes known as the Watchman of the Woods. When rarely seen in the open and flying to the nearest woodland cover it is identifiable by its large size and obvious white rump.

Jay

The Jay is a large and colourful bird yet is rarely seen. Its harsh call is often heard when walking in woodland however. Being a member of the Crow family it is highly intelligent and particularly alert to intrusion in its home territory and its call as it flies to safety alerts all inhabitants of the woodland to our presence. For this reason it is sometimes known as the Watchman of the Woods. When rarely seen in the open and flying to the nearest woodland cover it is identifiable by its large size and obvious white rump.

Mick Lobb

Nuthatch

The Nuthatch is one of the most colourful birds to be found in Britain. It is to be found in mixed and deciduous woodland, parks with mature trees and in winter regularly visits gardens where it takes a variety of wild bird food such as seed, fatballs and peanuts. Its call varies from four or five consecutive whistles followed by a very quick repetition, likened in the past to that of an errand boy, or a soft but resounding 'chit-chit-chit'. Uniquely among British birds the male of the species seals the female inside the selected nest chamber, a hole in a tree or occasionally a nest box, by daubing mud around its rim until their young hatch from the eggs. Once they have hatched the female is released so that she can assist with feeding the young. The species is to be found in the south and Midlands of England and Wales though it is enjoying expansion to the north and into Scotland where it has bred.

Mick Lobb