Coed y Garreg

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Coed y Garreg

St Michael's Church, Caerwys Credit: Chris Andrews

Coed y Garreg is a picturesque wood located in the county of Flintshire, Wales. It is situated near the village of Gwaenysgor and covers an area of approximately 20 hectares. The wood is nestled within the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering visitors stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The woodland primarily consists of mature broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, and ash. These majestic trees create a dense canopy, providing a sheltered and tranquil environment for both wildlife and visitors alike. The forest floor is covered with a rich carpet of ferns, bluebells, and other wildflowers, adding to the natural beauty of the area.

Coed y Garreg is a popular destination for nature lovers, walkers, and birdwatchers. It offers a network of well-maintained footpaths that meander through the wood, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna. The wood is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty, Coed y Garreg also has historical significance. The wood was once part of the Gop Estate and contains remnants of ancient settlements, including a stone circle and burial mounds. These archaeological features provide a glimpse into the area's rich history and add an element of intrigue to any visit.

Overall, Coed y Garreg is a captivating woodland that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and historical significance, it is a must-visit destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking solace in the beauty of the natural world.

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Coed y Garreg Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.25695/-3.2868568 or Grid Reference SJ1474. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Michael's Church, Caerwys

Chris Andrews

Caerwys, St Michael

Dave Kelly

South Street, Caerwys

Although only really a village, Caerwys proudly claims itself to be the smallest town in Great Britain with a royal charter - and indeed it does have a town council and its own mayor.

Stephen McKay

Babell village and Black Lion Inn

Colin Pyle

Lane at Waen-isaf

Colin Pyle

Lane junction at Groes Faen Bach

Colin Pyle

The remains of the Holywell Racecourse Grandstand

I believe that the wood and stone structure was evident until a few years ago but all that is left is a couple of piles of stones.

Joseph Jones

Fish Farm Buildings - Caerwys

Old farm buildings now used as a fish farm

Joseph Jones

Westbound A55 near to Gorsedd

The A55, also known as the North Wales Expressway (Gwibffordd Gogledd Cymru), is the major road in North Wales running for 88 miles between Chester and Holyhead via Conwy and Bangor. The A55 is a very high quality road, much of it rebuilt since the 1970s in response to traffic problems in Colwyn Bay, Colwyn and Llandudno caused by traffic having to pass through town centres on totally unsuitable streets, (especially in Conwy where lorries often scraped their paintwork as they passed through 12th century arches in the town's walls), leading to the construction of an east-west expressway bypassing the urban centres. It is a dual carriageway primary route for its entire length with the exception of the point where it crosses the Britannia Bridge over the Menai Strait. All of its junctions are grade separated except for two roundabouts; one east of Penmaenmawr and one in Llanfairfechan. The road originally ran from Chester to Bangor but was extended parallel to the A5 across Anglesey right into Holyhead Docks in 2001. Link

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