Coed y Garreg

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Coed y Garreg

Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate Credit: Ceri Thomas

Coed y Garreg is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Flintshire, Wales. Spread over an area of approximately 50 acres, the forest is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

The woodland is characterized by a dense canopy of mainly deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These trees provide shelter and nesting sites for a variety of bird species, such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. Additionally, the forest floor is adorned with a rich carpet of wildflowers during the spring season, including bluebells, primroses, and foxgloves, adding to the area's natural beauty.

Coed y Garreg offers a network of well-maintained footpaths and trails, allowing visitors to explore the forest and immerse themselves in its tranquility. The paths wind through the trees, offering glimpses of sunlight filtering through the foliage and creating a magical atmosphere.

The woodland is also home to a small stream that meanders through the forest, providing a refreshing and soothing soundtrack as it babbles over the rocks. This stream supports a variety of aquatic life, including small fish and amphibians.

Coed y Garreg is easily accessible, with a car park available nearby, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll, a picnic, or birdwatching, Coed y Garreg offers a serene and enchanting experience for all who visit.

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Coed y Garreg Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.293429/-3.3026115 or Grid Reference SJ1378. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Giat ar batrwm croes / A cross-barred gate
Rhisgl troellog castanwydden / A chestnut's twisted bark
Rhisgl troellog castanwydden / A chestnut's twisted bark
Mynydd y Garreg Tower May have been a windmill and then converted to a Roman Pharos folly?
Mynydd y Garreg Tower
May have been a windmill and then converted to a Roman Pharos folly?
Maen Achwyfan Wheel Cross
Maen Achwyfan Wheel Cross
Footpath through agricultural land surrounding Wern Farm
Footpath through agricultural land surrounding Wern Farm
Pond in grazing land North East of Whitford
Pond in grazing land
North East of Whitford
Stile for footpath through Bryn Digrif land
Stile for footpath through Bryn Digrif land
Glol Woodland
Glol Woodland
Kissing gate for access to paths beside Glol woodland
Kissing gate for access to paths beside Glol woodland
Across fields towards Ty-newydd Farm Berthengam is in the distance
Across fields towards Ty-newydd Farm
Berthengam is in the distance
Across fields to Glol Farm
Across fields to Glol Farm
Track to Maen y Glol
Track to Maen y Glol
Kissing gate for path to Mynydd Mostyn
Kissing gate for path to Mynydd Mostyn
Field south of Mynydd Mostyn There is a superb view from here over Marian Ffrith to the mountains of Snowdonia
Field south of Mynydd Mostyn
There is a superb view from here over Marian Ffrith to the mountains of Snowdonia
Mynydd Mostyn Farm near Berthengam
Mynydd Mostyn Farm near Berthengam
I don't think this footpath is used very often! It runs from the A5151 to Glol Woodland.  Below the bindweed I negitiated a steep bank and at the bottom there was a very well hidden stile - take a machete if you wish to this way - the stile at the other end was even harder to find!  
Note: Within the Glol woodland on the horizon is the site of a pre-historic Round Barrow and also disused shafts from the lead mining industry which once thrived in this area.
I don't think this footpath is used very often!
It runs from the A5151 to Glol Woodland. Below the bindweed I negitiated a steep bank and at the bottom there was a very well hidden stile - take a machete if you wish to this way - the stile at the other end was even harder to find! Note: Within the Glol woodland on the horizon is the site of a pre-historic Round Barrow and also disused shafts from the lead mining industry which once thrived in this area.
Does the footpath really go through there! I eventually found this traditional stone stile behind shoulder high vegetation.  The small gap through the overhanging bushes was about half a metre high.  It would be very difficult to find from the adjoining footpath on the other side which goes around Glol Woodland.  Take a machete if you wish to go this way
Does the footpath really go through there!
I eventually found this traditional stone stile behind shoulder high vegetation. The small gap through the overhanging bushes was about half a metre high. It would be very difficult to find from the adjoining footpath on the other side which goes around Glol Woodland. Take a machete if you wish to go this way
Little used track round Glol woodland Within this woodland is the site of a pre-historic round barrow and also disused shafts from the lead mining industry which once thrived in this area
Little used track round Glol woodland
Within this woodland is the site of a pre-historic round barrow and also disused shafts from the lead mining industry which once thrived in this area
Show me another place!

Coed y Garreg is located at Grid Ref: SJ1378 (Lat: 53.293429, Lng: -3.3026115)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///chair.passages.banquets. Near Whitford, Flintshire

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Located within 500m of 53.293429,-3.3026115
Coed Y Garreg
Ele: 246
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q106710119
Lat/Long: 53.2944028/-3.3014038
Power: pole
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Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2896067/-3.3022515
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2904948/-3.3031499
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2917046/-3.3045938
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2924836/-3.3061561
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.293233/-3.3076494
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2938452/-3.3088686
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Sa 10:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CH8 412
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 53.2891129/-3.3036248
Historic: archaeological_site
Lat/Long: 53.2942935/-3.3012101
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 53.2914348/-3.3040167
Bench
Lat/Long: 53.2942322/-3.3012595
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