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Wern Iago

Wood, Forest in Brecknockshire

Wales

Wern Iago

Looking north along the River Wye from Glasbury Bridge
Looking north along the River Wye from Glasbury Bridge Credit: Angela Jones

Wern Iago is a small forest located in Brecknockshire, Wales. The forest covers an area of approximately 200 acres and is known for its diverse range of tree species, including oak, beech, and pine. Wern Iago is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering a network of hiking trails and paths for visitors to explore.

The forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and a wide array of bird species. Birdwatchers often visit Wern Iago to catch a glimpse of rare or migratory birds that can be found in the area.

Wern Iago is also a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to its unique ecology and biodiversity. The forest is managed by the local authorities to preserve its natural beauty and protect its delicate ecosystem.

Visitors to Wern Iago can enjoy a peaceful and tranquil environment, perfect for a relaxing walk or a picnic surrounded by nature. The forest is easily accessible by car and has parking facilities available for those wishing to explore its scenic surroundings.

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Wern Iago Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.040008/-3.181931 or Grid Reference SO1938. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking north along the River Wye from Glasbury Bridge
Looking north along the River Wye from Glasbury Bridge
Looking south along the River Wye at Glasbury
Looking south along the River Wye at Glasbury
St Peter's church, Glasbury-on-Wye
St Peter's church, Glasbury-on-Wye
Steep hill and bungalow Overlooking the Wye Valley between Hay and Glasbury.
Steep hill and bungalow
Overlooking the Wye Valley between Hay and Glasbury.
Foothills of the Black Mountains This lane leads the eye over the 1000' foothills to the Black Mountain scarp overlooking the Wye valley. Rhos Dirion, flat-topped, in the distance, is over 2300'
Foothills of the Black Mountains
This lane leads the eye over the 1000' foothills to the Black Mountain scarp overlooking the Wye valley. Rhos Dirion, flat-topped, in the distance, is over 2300'
Cottage at Heol-y-gaer By the lane heading west towards Glasbury.
Cottage at Heol-y-gaer
By the lane heading west towards Glasbury.
Bungalow with a fine view Over the rolling foothills of the Black Mountains.
Bungalow with a fine view
Over the rolling foothills of the Black Mountains.
Tyr-uched Farm On the lane to the east of Glasbury.
Tyr-uched Farm
On the lane to the east of Glasbury.
The Three Cocks Hotel This old rambling building by the A438 Hereford to Brecon road gives its name to the village. (Similar to Craven Arms in Shropshire.)
The Three Cocks Hotel
This old rambling building by the A438 Hereford to Brecon road gives its name to the village. (Similar to Craven Arms in Shropshire.)
The Old Barn Inn Beside the A438, opposite the Three Cocks Hotel.
The Old Barn Inn
Beside the A438, opposite the Three Cocks Hotel.
Mechanical Contours in Landscape Looking south into the Black Mountains of South-east Wales
Mechanical Contours in Landscape
Looking south into the Black Mountains of South-east Wales
Discretion vs Valour... Tractor from Tregoyd meets tourists from Big City... Hay Bluff (676 metres) on left and Lord Hereford's Knob (690 metres) on right, lie not quite 3 miles distant.
Discretion vs Valour...
Tractor from Tregoyd meets tourists from Big City... Hay Bluff (676 metres) on left and Lord Hereford's Knob (690 metres) on right, lie not quite 3 miles distant.
The Old Barn Inn restaurant Next to the A438, here looking north-east. This pub is a very good eating place for those with a good appetite. The building near the road is the restaurant and is indeed a converted barn.
The Old Barn Inn restaurant
Next to the A438, here looking north-east. This pub is a very good eating place for those with a good appetite. The building near the road is the restaurant and is indeed a converted barn.
Three Cocks Hotel A good eating place on the A438. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.threecockshotel.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.threecockshotel.com/">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>
Three Cocks Hotel
A good eating place on the A438. LinkExternal link
River Wye at Glasbury Looking south-east across the river as evening sun strikes the extensive Himalayan Balsam. This plant looks attractive, but is a very intrusive weed which has spread widely along the banks.
River Wye at Glasbury
Looking south-east across the river as evening sun strikes the extensive Himalayan Balsam. This plant looks attractive, but is a very intrusive weed which has spread widely along the banks.
Bridge at Glasbury Carrying the A438 over the Wye.
Bridge at Glasbury
Carrying the A438 over the Wye.
Riverside house at Glasbury Viewed across the Wye looking south-east in the evening sun.
Riverside house at Glasbury
Viewed across the Wye looking south-east in the evening sun.
Fly fishing at Glasbury Looking across the river from the north bank.
Fly fishing at Glasbury
Looking across the river from the north bank.
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Wern Iago is located at Grid Ref: SO1938 (Lat: 52.040008, Lng: -3.181931)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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