Bwlch Wood

Wood, Forest in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Bwlch Wood

The steep slope of Glog from the A483 The road makes a huge loop to traverse the hill and is just visible near the centre of the photo. To the left is the valley of Cwmyrhiwdre.
The steep slope of Glog from the A483 Credit: Eirian Evans

Bwlch Wood, located in Montgomeryshire, Wales, is a picturesque forest that covers an area of approximately 300 hectares. It is nestled in the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside, offering visitors a tranquil and scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

The wood is primarily composed of native broadleaf trees, such as oak, beech, and ash, which create a vibrant and diverse ecosystem. The canopy of the trees provides a habitat for a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers and tawny owls, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

Walking trails and footpaths traverse the woodland, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the area. The paths are well-maintained and suitable for hikers of all abilities. Along the way, visitors can discover a multitude of plant species, including bluebells, wild garlic, and ferns, which carpet the forest floor during the spring and summer months.

Bwlch Wood is also home to a diverse array of wildlife, including red squirrels, badgers, and foxes. Nature enthusiasts may be lucky enough to spot these creatures as they wander through the forest.

The wood is open to the public year-round, with no admission fee. There is ample parking available, as well as picnic areas for visitors to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings.

Overall, Bwlch Wood in Montgomeryshire is a haven of natural beauty, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the tranquility and splendor of a Welsh woodland.

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Bwlch Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.460038/-3.342115 or Grid Reference SO0885. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The steep slope of Glog from the A483 The road makes a huge loop to traverse the hill and is just visible near the centre of the photo. To the left is the valley of Cwmyrhiwdre.
The steep slope of Glog from the A483
The road makes a huge loop to traverse the hill and is just visible near the centre of the photo. To the left is the valley of Cwmyrhiwdre.
Pasture land on the lower slopes of Glog
Pasture land on the lower slopes of Glog
On the A483 near Camnant
On the A483 near Camnant
Bridleway crossing the A483 The track on the right comes down from Black Gate on the moor east of here, whilst the fingerpost on the left marks the line of the same bridleway which then ceases to exist at the old road which has now been re-aligned. To be fair, the bridleway probably once continued up onto the hills to the west as a cart track to Seven Wells and beyond, but has long been metalled.
Bridleway crossing the A483
The track on the right comes down from Black Gate on the moor east of here, whilst the fingerpost on the left marks the line of the same bridleway which then ceases to exist at the old road which has now been re-aligned. To be fair, the bridleway probably once continued up onto the hills to the west as a cart track to Seven Wells and beyond, but has long been metalled.
Straight road across Bryn Cwmyrhiwdre Almost the same viewpoint and subject as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1438255">SO0784 : Road heading up Bryn Cwmyrhiwdre</a>, maybe taken 50 or 60 yards further back along the lane. The windturbines of the Penrhyddlan and Llidiarytwaun Wind Farm are just visible on the horizon.
Straight road across Bryn Cwmyrhiwdre
Almost the same viewpoint and subject as SO0784 : Road heading up Bryn Cwmyrhiwdre, maybe taken 50 or 60 yards further back along the lane. The windturbines of the Penrhyddlan and Llidiarytwaun Wind Farm are just visible on the horizon.
Approaching the bend at Seven Wells A bit of downhill, before the next rather stiff climb up towards the Penrhyddlan and Llidiarytwaun Wind Farm on the moor to the west of here.
Approaching the bend at Seven Wells
A bit of downhill, before the next rather stiff climb up towards the Penrhyddlan and Llidiarytwaun Wind Farm on the moor to the west of here.
Hawthorn and rusty barn beside the bend at Seven Wells
Hawthorn and rusty barn beside the bend at Seven Wells
Part of the A483 (T) above Cwmyrhiwdre near Newtown, Powys A well known section of this great trunk road, just south of the re-entrant switchback, with great views down the Cwm-y-rhiw-dre Brook valley towards the valley of the River Severn, where a temperature inversion fills the valley with 'low cloud'.
Part of the A483 (T) above Cwmyrhiwdre near Newtown, Powys
A well known section of this great trunk road, just south of the re-entrant switchback, with great views down the Cwm-y-rhiw-dre Brook valley towards the valley of the River Severn, where a temperature inversion fills the valley with 'low cloud'.
The valley of the Cwm-y-rhiwdre Brook valley in winter Cold air has sunk into the valley of the River Severn leaving the tributary brook valleys clear of fog, if not of frost. The A483 trunk road runs along the bracken line. A famous viewpoint in conditions like these.
The valley of the Cwm-y-rhiwdre Brook valley in winter
Cold air has sunk into the valley of the River Severn leaving the tributary brook valleys clear of fog, if not of frost. The A483 trunk road runs along the bracken line. A famous viewpoint in conditions like these.
A483 lay-by view The Cefn Lea conference centre is just off to the left.
A483 lay-by view
The Cefn Lea conference centre is just off to the left.
A483 at Glog Farm
A483 at Glog Farm
Barn, Seven Wells
Barn, Seven Wells
Old Milestone by the A483, east of Cwmyrhiwdre, Kerry Parish By the A483, in parish of Kerry (Powys District), South of Cwmyrhiwdre Brook Bridge, on verge.

Inscription reads:- : NEWTOWN / 7 MILES / BUILTH / 28 :

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MOT_NTBU07.
Old Milestone by the A483, east of Cwmyrhiwdre, Kerry Parish
By the A483, in parish of Kerry (Powys District), South of Cwmyrhiwdre Brook Bridge, on verge. Inscription reads:- : NEWTOWN / 7 MILES / BUILTH / 28 : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_NTBU07.
Mils Stone - Newtown 7 There is an Ordnance Survey Cut Mark on the stone which marked a point 1157.7ft above mean sea level. However the stone has been repositioned to the opposite side of the road and a little to the east.
Mils Stone - Newtown 7
There is an Ordnance Survey Cut Mark on the stone which marked a point 1157.7ft above mean sea level. However the stone has been repositioned to the opposite side of the road and a little to the east.
Pens and barn beside the path Old complex here.
Pens and barn beside the path
Old complex here.
Pond beside the track A nice little pond.
Pond beside the track
A nice little pond.
Path and track on the hill I wonder how often this is walked?
Path and track on the hill
I wonder how often this is walked?
Hillside path and track Near the top of the hill.
Hillside path and track
Near the top of the hill.
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Bwlch Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO0885 (Lat: 52.460038, Lng: -3.342115)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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