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Coed y Gelli

Wood, Forest in Denbighshire

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Coed y Gelli

Looking down on the Afon Disgynfa Descending northeast below the impressive ramparts of the iron-age hill fort Penycloddiau, one is soon away from the network of paths, though there is a track shown on the OS map some way to the east, dropping down to a public footpath which crosses the valley a considerable distance below. From this point (just inside the square) it is almost a hundred metres vertical back up to the fort, perhaps explaining why it seems to have been so little visited by geograph aficionados!
Looking down on the Afon Disgynfa Credit: Andy Waddington

Coed y Gelli is a stunning woodland located in Denbighshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, this forest is a natural paradise abundant with diverse flora and fauna. The woodland is situated near the village of Llanarmon-yn-Ial and offers visitors a peaceful and serene environment to explore and connect with nature.

The forest is predominantly composed of deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and birch, which create a lush green canopy that stretches as far as the eye can see. This varied landscape provides a home to a wide range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and numerous bird species. Nature enthusiasts will have the opportunity to observe and appreciate these creatures in their natural habitat while wandering through the forest.

Coed y Gelli offers a network of well-maintained trails and paths that wind their way through the woodland, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths cater to all levels of fitness and provide options for both leisurely strolls and more challenging hikes. Along the way, visitors will encounter picturesque streams, enchanting ponds, and breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

For those seeking a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Coed y Gelli is the perfect destination. The forest offers a sense of peace and tranquility, making it an ideal spot for picnics, meditation, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature. With its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, Coed y Gelli is truly a hidden gem in Denbighshire, inviting visitors to immerse themselves in the wonders of the natural world.

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Looking down on the Afon Disgynfa Descending northeast below the impressive ramparts of the iron-age hill fort Penycloddiau, one is soon away from the network of paths, though there is a track shown on the OS map some way to the east, dropping down to a public footpath which crosses the valley a considerable distance below. From this point (just inside the square) it is almost a hundred metres vertical back up to the fort, perhaps explaining why it seems to have been so little visited by geograph aficionados!
Looking down on the Afon Disgynfa
Descending northeast below the impressive ramparts of the iron-age hill fort Penycloddiau, one is soon away from the network of paths, though there is a track shown on the OS map some way to the east, dropping down to a public footpath which crosses the valley a considerable distance below. From this point (just inside the square) it is almost a hundred metres vertical back up to the fort, perhaps explaining why it seems to have been so little visited by geograph aficionados!
Windbreak NE of Penycloddiau With a southwesterly wind, this side of Penycloddiau, well below the ramparts of the iron-age hill fort, is fairly sheltered already, but this cruciform windbreak will provide additional protection in virtually any wind direction. Being well off the beaten paths along the tops and round the fort, it's likely to be far more used by livestock than by walkers having lunch, so I'm sure sheep find themselves grateful for having a farmer with enough benevolence to provide such a well-built and maintained structure.
Windbreak NE of Penycloddiau
With a southwesterly wind, this side of Penycloddiau, well below the ramparts of the iron-age hill fort, is fairly sheltered already, but this cruciform windbreak will provide additional protection in virtually any wind direction. Being well off the beaten paths along the tops and round the fort, it's likely to be far more used by livestock than by walkers having lunch, so I'm sure sheep find themselves grateful for having a farmer with enough benevolence to provide such a well-built and maintained structure.
Inner rampart, Penycloddiau The inner of three concentric ramparts surrounding the iron-age hill fort of Penycloddiau is the highest, and would no doubt form a convenient place to fire arrows at attackers struggling to climb the lower, outer ramparts just below. The peak seen in the distance to the south is Moel Arthur, another hill fort, though a smaller and rounder one. Four and a half, and six kilometres further south again are two more large hill forts. All overlook the rich agricultural lands of the Clwyd valley to the west and the more northerly pair also overlook lands to the northeast.
Inner rampart, Penycloddiau
The inner of three concentric ramparts surrounding the iron-age hill fort of Penycloddiau is the highest, and would no doubt form a convenient place to fire arrows at attackers struggling to climb the lower, outer ramparts just below. The peak seen in the distance to the south is Moel Arthur, another hill fort, though a smaller and rounder one. Four and a half, and six kilometres further south again are two more large hill forts. All overlook the rich agricultural lands of the Clwyd valley to the west and the more northerly pair also overlook lands to the northeast.
High point of Penycloddiau Just inside of the northernmost ramparts of Penycloddiau, and a few metres off the main Offa's Dyke path, this cairn marks a local high spot, possibly the highest point within the iron-age hill fort, and commanding a fine view to Moel y Parc to the north as well as over surrounding lands to both east and west. The thin vertical line showing just to the right of the cairn in this view is the Moel y Parc TV transmitter mast, a very twentieth-century intrusion into the scene.
High point of Penycloddiau
Just inside of the northernmost ramparts of Penycloddiau, and a few metres off the main Offa's Dyke path, this cairn marks a local high spot, possibly the highest point within the iron-age hill fort, and commanding a fine view to Moel y Parc to the north as well as over surrounding lands to both east and west. The thin vertical line showing just to the right of the cairn in this view is the Moel y Parc TV transmitter mast, a very twentieth-century intrusion into the scene.
Penycloddiau summit cairn Moel Famau on the left horizon.
Penycloddiau summit cairn
Moel Famau on the left horizon.
Descending northwards from Penycloddiau On the Offa's Dyke Path. Moel y Parc in the distance.
Descending northwards from Penycloddiau
On the Offa's Dyke Path. Moel y Parc in the distance.
Unsurfaced road near Nant Coed-y-mynydd
Unsurfaced road near Nant Coed-y-mynydd
A smattering of snow in the Vale of Clwyd Looks like the television mast is being launched from Moel y Parc
A smattering of snow in the Vale of Clwyd
Looks like the television mast is being launched from Moel y Parc
B5429 south of Aberwheeler
B5429 south of Aberwheeler
Cairn on Moel y Parc
Cairn on Moel y Parc
Moel y Parc cairn Shunned by walkers on the Offa's Dyke Long Distance Footpath, Moel y Parc is the northernmost summit of this long section of ridge. The cairn seen here is on the spot marked as a tumulus on the map, so I presume that the green grassy mound is ancient, though the cairn itself looks modern. The path seen on the left heads down to the southwest to cross a well-defined bridleway at a minor col, and either direction at this junction will take one back to the Offa's Dyle and Clwydian Way routes as they head down into the Wheeler valley.
Moel y Parc cairn
Shunned by walkers on the Offa's Dyke Long Distance Footpath, Moel y Parc is the northernmost summit of this long section of ridge. The cairn seen here is on the spot marked as a tumulus on the map, so I presume that the green grassy mound is ancient, though the cairn itself looks modern. The path seen on the left heads down to the southwest to cross a well-defined bridleway at a minor col, and either direction at this junction will take one back to the Offa's Dyle and Clwydian Way routes as they head down into the Wheeler valley.
Aberwheeler chapel Calvinistic Presbyterian chapel first erected in 1822.
Aberwheeler chapel
Calvinistic Presbyterian chapel first erected in 1822.
Aberwheeler war memorial The war memorial at Aberwheeler, over the road to the chapel, with a list of 7 local men killed in WWI.
Aberwheeler war memorial
The war memorial at Aberwheeler, over the road to the chapel, with a list of 7 local men killed in WWI.
Muddy lane to Cil Llwyn South of Aberwheeler in the Vale of Clwyd
Muddy lane to Cil Llwyn
South of Aberwheeler in the Vale of Clwyd
Minor road at Garn-Clwyd Bella Looking south-westward.
Minor road at Garn-Clwyd Bella
Looking south-westward.
Farm lane to Glan Clwyd Ganol Looking south-westward.
Farm lane to Glan Clwyd Ganol
Looking south-westward.
Minor road joining the B5429 in Aberwheeler Looking south-westward.
Minor road joining the B5429 in Aberwheeler
Looking south-westward.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the roadside wall of Aberwheeler Chapel. The benchmark height is recorded as being 49.401 metres above sea level. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm102460" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm102460">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the roadside wall of Aberwheeler Chapel. The benchmark height is recorded as being 49.401 metres above sea level. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
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Coed y Gelli is located at Grid Ref: SJ1168 (Lat: 53.203313, Lng: -3.3307935)

Unitary Authority: Denbighshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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