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Coed Mawr

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

Wales

Coed Mawr

Ramparts of Caer Drewyn Caer Drewyn standing above Corwen, is one of the best preserved Iron Age hill forts in Wales.
Ramparts of Caer Drewyn Credit: Trevor Harris

Coed Mawr, located in Merionethshire, is a picturesque wood or forest area that is known for its natural beauty and tranquil surroundings. Situated in the northwest of Wales, it offers a stunning landscape characterized by rolling hills, dense woodlands, and meandering streams.

Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, Coed Mawr is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, making it a haven for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts. The wood boasts a rich mix of deciduous and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, pine, and spruce, creating a vibrant and varied ecosystem.

Visitors to Coed Mawr can enjoy a peaceful escape from the bustling city life, as the wood offers numerous walking trails and pathways that wind through its enchanting surroundings. These trails cater to different levels of difficulty, ensuring that there is something for everyone, from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes.

In addition to its natural beauty, Coed Mawr also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been inhabited by humans since ancient times, with evidence of Iron Age settlements and Roman activity found in the area. The wood has also played a role in the local timber industry over the centuries, with logging and forestry being important economic activities.

Coed Mawr is a true gem of Merionethshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature, explore its rich history, and enjoy the tranquility of a beautiful woodland setting. Whether it's for a leisurely walk, bird watching, or simply taking in the scenic vistas, Coed Mawr is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.98848/-3.3480446 or Grid Reference SJ0944. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ramparts of Caer Drewyn Caer Drewyn standing above Corwen, is one of the best preserved Iron Age hill forts in Wales.
Ramparts of Caer Drewyn
Caer Drewyn standing above Corwen, is one of the best preserved Iron Age hill forts in Wales.
On the road to Carrog Taken between Pentre-trewyn and Rhagatt Hall.
On the road to Carrog
Taken between Pentre-trewyn and Rhagatt Hall.
The road to Carrog Along this stretch the road also provides the route of the Dee Valley Way.
The road to Carrog
Along this stretch the road also provides the route of the Dee Valley Way.
Track through parkland above Rhagatt Hall near Corwen
Track through parkland above Rhagatt Hall near Corwen
A5104 near Clawdd Poncen
A5104 near Clawdd Poncen
Owain Glyndwr Hotel in Corwen The Owain Glyndwr Hotel is a Grade II-listed inn along the A5 in Corwen, it is named after the Welsh national hero Owain Glyndŵr. The hotel was built in the mid-eighteenth century on the site of an earlier building dating to at least 1329. It was supposedly the site of the first public Welsh Eisteddfod in 1789.
Owain Glyndwr Hotel in Corwen
The Owain Glyndwr Hotel is a Grade II-listed inn along the A5 in Corwen, it is named after the Welsh national hero Owain Glyndŵr. The hotel was built in the mid-eighteenth century on the site of an earlier building dating to at least 1329. It was supposedly the site of the first public Welsh Eisteddfod in 1789.
Statue of Owain Glyndŵr Owain Glyndŵr (c.1359 – c.1415) was a Welsh leader who led a war of independence against English rule in Wales during the Late Middle Ages. He formed the first Welsh parliament in 1404. The statue is along the A5 in Corwen, it was installed in 2007.
Statue of Owain Glyndŵr
Owain Glyndŵr (c.1359 – c.1415) was a Welsh leader who led a war of independence against English rule in Wales during the Late Middle Ages. He formed the first Welsh parliament in 1404. The statue is along the A5 in Corwen, it was installed in 2007.
Statue of Owain Glyndŵr Owain Glyndŵr (c.1359 – c.1415) was a Welsh leader who led a war of independence against English rule in Wales during the Late Middle Ages. He formed the first Welsh parliament in 1404. The statue is along the A5 in Corwen, it was installed in 2007.
Statue of Owain Glyndŵr
Owain Glyndŵr (c.1359 – c.1415) was a Welsh leader who led a war of independence against English rule in Wales during the Late Middle Ages. He formed the first Welsh parliament in 1404. The statue is along the A5 in Corwen, it was installed in 2007.
The Old Bank in Corwen Corwen is a small market town in Denbighshire. It is located on the A5, west of Llangollen. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corwen" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corwen">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>
The Old Bank in Corwen
Corwen is a small market town in Denbighshire. It is located on the A5, west of Llangollen. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Saint Mael and Saint Sulien's Church in Corwen
Saint Mael and Saint Sulien's Church in Corwen
Roadside gate Here the Dee Valley Way leaves the B5437 and continues through the parkland of Rhagatt Hall.
Roadside gate
Here the Dee Valley Way leaves the B5437 and continues through the parkland of Rhagatt Hall.
Corwen town centre and statue of Owain Glyndwr
Corwen town centre and statue of Owain Glyndwr
Flush Bracket S0440 on the Owain Glyndŵr Hotel, Corwen Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket on the north west corner of the Owain Glyndŵr Hotel. Since Meirion's 2017 photo a drainpipe has been removed from next to the Flush Bracket, but the bracket itself looks the same. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm657" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm657">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>
Flush Bracket S0440 on the Owain Glyndŵr Hotel, Corwen
Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket on the north west corner of the Owain Glyndŵr Hotel. Since Meirion's 2017 photo a drainpipe has been removed from next to the Flush Bracket, but the bracket itself looks the same. LinkExternal link
A small wildflower meadow, courtesy of Bee Friendly Denbighshire
A small wildflower meadow, courtesy of Bee Friendly Denbighshire
Looking towards Corwen station
Looking towards Corwen station
Where the buried gas pipeline crosses the fence line
Where the buried gas pipeline crosses the fence line
The minor road from Corwen joins the B5437
The minor road from Corwen joins the B5437
Looking across the Dee valley towards Corwen
Looking across the Dee valley towards Corwen
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Coed Mawr is located at Grid Ref: SJ0944 (Lat: 52.98848, Lng: -3.3480446)

Unitary Authority: Denbighshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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Located within 500m of 52.98848,-3.3480446
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
Lat/Long: 52.9886131/-3.349037
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Pen Coed Mawr
Alt Name: Pen Coed Mawr - Caer Drewyn
Ele: 314
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q106709491
Lat/Long: 52.9895937/-3.3549246
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