Belt Chancery

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Belt Chancery

A451 east of Nannerch The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A451 east of Nannerch Credit: David Dixon

Belt Chancery is a picturesque woodland located in Flintshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 200 acres, it is a stunning example of a natural forest, known for its rich biodiversity and tranquil atmosphere.

The woodland is characterized by its dense tree cover, consisting primarily of native species such as oak, birch, and beech. These tall, majestic trees create a canopy that filters sunlight, providing a cool and shaded environment for visitors to explore. The forest floor is carpeted with a variety of wildflowers and ferns, adding to its natural beauty.

Belt Chancery is renowned for its diverse wildlife, attracting nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers from near and far. The forest is home to numerous species of birds, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and owls, which can often be spotted perched on tree branches or heard calling to one another. Lucky visitors may also catch sight of small mammals like squirrels and hedgehogs scurrying through the undergrowth.

The woodland offers a range of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy. There are well-maintained walking trails that wind through the forest, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and take in the peaceful surroundings. It is an ideal location for hiking, birdwatching, and nature photography.

Belt Chancery is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities and well-marked signposts directing visitors to the forest entrance. Whether one is seeking solitude, a peaceful stroll, or an opportunity to connect with nature, this woodland provides a serene and enchanting experience for all who venture within its boundaries.

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A451 east of Nannerch The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A451 east of Nannerch
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
Tardd-y-dwr
Tardd-y-dwr
A541, Hendre The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541, Hendre
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
Hendre, A541 The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
Hendre, A541
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541, Rhydymwyn The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541, Rhydymwyn
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
Rhydymwyn Rhydymwyn is a village located in the upper Alyn valley in Flintshire. Once a district of Mold, it was recognised as a separate parish from 1865. 

The village takes its placename from the ford across the River Alyn (now replaced by a small iron bridge); the name in Welsh means 'Ford of the Ore' (<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhydymwyn" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhydymwyn">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> Wikipedia).
Rhydymwyn
Rhydymwyn is a village located in the upper Alyn valley in Flintshire. Once a district of Mold, it was recognised as a separate parish from 1865. The village takes its placename from the ford across the River Alyn (now replaced by a small iron bridge); the name in Welsh means 'Ford of the Ore' (LinkExternal link Wikipedia).
Moel y Crio, Flintshire View looking down over the hamlet of Moel y Crio towards Halkyn Mountain
Moel y Crio, Flintshire
View looking down over the hamlet of Moel y Crio towards Halkyn Mountain
A541 near Tardd-Y-Wyr
A541 near Tardd-Y-Wyr
Engine House at Taylor's Shaft, Hendre Lead Mines Engine House built during WW1 to revive the lead mines, and another similar building. The brick chimney is very tall.
Engine House at Taylor's Shaft, Hendre Lead Mines
Engine House built during WW1 to revive the lead mines, and another similar building. The brick chimney is very tall.
Engine House at Taylor's Shaft, Hendre Lead Mines WW1 lead mining buildings taken from the footbridge over the stream
Engine House at Taylor's Shaft, Hendre Lead Mines
WW1 lead mining buildings taken from the footbridge over the stream
Rhes-y-cae Rhes-y-cae viewed from hillside
Rhes-y-cae
Rhes-y-cae viewed from hillside
View southeast View southeast from hill above Rhes-y-cae
View southeast
View southeast from hill above Rhes-y-cae
Gelli-bach Farmhouse under renovation at Gelli-bach.
Gelli-bach
Farmhouse under renovation at Gelli-bach.
Gelli Farmland near Gelli.
Gelli
Farmland near Gelli.
Railway Cottage Railway Cottage alongside the A541.
Railway Cottage
Railway Cottage alongside the A541.
Cefn-mely View of Cefn-mely farm.
Cefn-mely
View of Cefn-mely farm.
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Belt Chancery is located at Grid Ref: SJ1868 (Lat: 53.203891, Lng: -3.2152721)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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