Coed Ward

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Coed Ward

Sign for Loggerheads Country Park At last! Found where Loggerheads actually is! If I hear that anyone is at loggerheads with anybody else, I now know where they are! — Sign for Loggerheads Country Park Credit: Bob Walters

Coed Ward, located in Flintshire, is a small woodland area known for its stunning natural beauty and rich biodiversity. Covering an area of approximately 50 hectares, this enchanting forest is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The woodland is predominantly made up of a mixture of native broadleaf trees, including oak, beech, birch, and hazel, creating a diverse and vibrant ecosystem. The thick foliage provides a cool and tranquil environment, making it a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Coed Ward is a haven for wildlife, with an abundance of flora and fauna calling it home. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, such as bluebells and wood anemones, creating a colorful carpet during the spring months. Birdwatchers will be delighted to spot various species, including woodpeckers, owls, and thrushes.

The forest offers numerous walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its hidden gems. These paths meander through the woodland, providing breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. A visit to Coed Ward is not complete without taking a leisurely stroll along one of these trails, immersing oneself in the sights and sounds of nature.

To ensure the preservation of this natural treasure, Coed Ward is managed by local conservation organizations in collaboration with the community. Regular conservation initiatives, such as tree planting and maintenance, are carried out to sustain the forest and protect its inhabitants.

Coed Ward is a true gem in Flintshire, offering visitors a chance to reconnect with nature and experience the tranquility of a woodland paradise.

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Coed Ward Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.169709/-3.2059132 or Grid Reference SJ1964. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Sign for Loggerheads Country Park

At last! Found where Loggerheads actually is! If I hear that anyone is at loggerheads with anybody else, I now know where they are!

Bob Walters

Wall-mounted postbox at Loggerheads

Inset into a wall opposite the We Three Loggerheads public house

Eirian Evans

The River Alyn at Loggerheads

Eirian Evans

Wooden footbridge over the River Alyn at Loggerheads

Eirian Evans

Llanferres Mill

Former corn mill on the A494

Eirian Evans

Shop at the Country Park

Part of the visitor centre buildings at Loggerheads Country Park.

Des Blenkinsopp

Dog on the Trail

Waiting for his people to catch up and decide which way they are going. Loggerheads Country Park.

Des Blenkinsopp

River Alyn in Loggerheads Park

The river flows past limestone cliffs in a beautiful woodland setting.

Des Blenkinsopp

Riverside Path, Loggerheads Park

Sandwiched between the River Alyn on one side and steep limestone crags on the other.

Des Blenkinsopp

The Crown Inn, Pantymwyn

John H Darch

Caeau ger Cilcain / Fields near Cilcain

Ceri Thomas

Blwch Post / Postbox

I don't know whether this dates from the reign of George V or George VI.

Ceri Thomas

Wall-mounted postbox at Cadole

Eirian Evans

Victorian letterbox in Church Lane, Gwernaffield, Flintshire

A fine Victorian wall box with an enlarged opening set in a wall close to the Hand Inn, Gwernaffield. Maker:- W T Allen & Co London Reference: CH7 20 Unfortunately 'Lost' between 2012 and 2016.

John S Turner

'Mold' boundary stone and a rivet bench mark

This old boundary stone has the name 'MOLD' on the dressed face, but the back of the stone is just rough cut. A rivet bench mark has been cut into the top edge of the stone and this is recorded on the 1878 O.S. map levelled at 804.8 feet. This stone is very close to the popular viewing area high above Loggerheads, but is about three metres off the track - see SJ1962 : Track to Loggerheads viewing point. Another similar boundary stone, without a bench mark, is adjacent to the track, and is more obvious, about 50 metres east of this one. Milestone Society National ID: FLT_MOLD03pb

John S Turner

Track to Loggerheads viewing point

Just ahead the track through the woods opens out onto an expansive viewing point on the limestone cliffs high above Loggerheads. On the far left of the photo is a 'MOLD' boundary stone, which has a rivet bench mark SJ1962 : 'Mold' boundary stone and a rivet bench mark.

John S Turner

Parc Gwledig Loggerheads Country Park

This track through Loggerheads Country Park is high above the River Alyn and links up with Cefn Bychan Road. The woodland in the park is managed and work is carried out between November and March. Cut timber is left to decay naturally providing habitat for all sorts of creatures.

John S Turner