Coed Pen-y-garth

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Coed Pen-y-garth

The Crown Inn, Pantymwyn
The Crown Inn, Pantymwyn Credit: John H Darch

Coed Pen-y-garth is a picturesque woodland area located in Flintshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast expanse of approximately 200 acres, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts, hikers, and wildlife lovers alike. The wood is situated near the village of Mold and is easily accessible by foot, bike, or car.

The woodland itself is characterized by its dense canopy of ancient oak, beech, and birch trees, providing a serene and tranquil atmosphere. The forest floor is adorned with a variety of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the enchanting ambiance of the area. Visitors can also explore the meandering pathways that wind through the wood, offering a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty that surrounds them.

Coed Pen-y-garth is also home to a diverse range of wildlife. Birdwatchers can spot a multitude of species, including woodpeckers, jays, and owls, while deer and squirrels can often be seen darting through the undergrowth. The forest is also renowned for its abundance of butterflies and other insects.

For those seeking outdoor activities, the wood offers numerous opportunities for walking, jogging, and cycling. There are several well-marked trails that cater to different fitness levels, allowing visitors to explore the wood at their own pace. Along the way, there are also picnic areas where visitors can relax and enjoy a meal amidst the beauty of nature.

Overall, Coed Pen-y-garth is a haven of natural beauty, offering visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and immerse themselves in the tranquility of the forest.

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Coed Pen-y-garth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.182362/-3.1803049 or Grid Reference SJ2165. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Crown Inn, Pantymwyn
The Crown Inn, Pantymwyn
Farm near Mold
Farm near Mold
Sheep Grazing in a Field off the A541 near Mold Sheep grazing unperturbed by Storm Eunice.
Sheep Grazing in a Field off the A541 near Mold
Sheep grazing unperturbed by Storm Eunice.
Sheep Grazing near Mold
Sheep Grazing near Mold
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).
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.
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.
17 Nant Alyn Road The new building at the Rhydymwyn Valley nature reserve which is headquarters to the North East Wales Wildlife.
17 Nant Alyn Road
The new building at the Rhydymwyn Valley nature reserve which is headquarters to the North East Wales Wildlife.
Wartime buildings Buildings remaining on the secret Rhydymwyn wartime manufacturing and supply depot which is now administered as a nature reserve.
Wartime buildings
Buildings remaining on the secret Rhydymwyn wartime manufacturing and supply depot which is now administered as a nature reserve.
Rhydymwyn nature reserve The site of the secret wartime facility has been kept free of interference for so long that it is now maintained as a nature reserve. The River Alyn used to meander across the site between the wooded slopes, but was taken into a culvert at the south-western edge and the floor of the valley levelled by taking the spoil from the creation of a series of huge underground storage levels. The suspicious contours remain from this time but grass has taken over the spoil.
Rhydymwyn nature reserve
The site of the secret wartime facility has been kept free of interference for so long that it is now maintained as a nature reserve. The River Alyn used to meander across the site between the wooded slopes, but was taken into a culvert at the south-western edge and the floor of the valley levelled by taking the spoil from the creation of a series of huge underground storage levels. The suspicious contours remain from this time but grass has taken over the spoil.
Moel Famau and Clwyd range from Rhosesmor
Moel Famau and Clwyd range from Rhosesmor
Rhydymwyn Station Site of the disused station at Rhydymwyn on the former railway line between Mold and Denbigh.
Rhydymwyn Station
Site of the disused station at Rhydymwyn on the former railway line between Mold and Denbigh.
Cae Gafna, new housing
Cae Gafna, new housing
Across fields towards Rhual
Across fields towards Rhual
At a junction amid farmland By a track leading to Maesgarmon Farm. On the right is Maes Garmon Lane. A track on the left leads to Hendy Road and behind me is a footpath leading to Mold
At a junction amid farmland
By a track leading to Maesgarmon Farm. On the right is Maes Garmon Lane. A track on the left leads to Hendy Road and behind me is a footpath leading to Mold
Footpath through grazing field Beside Maesgarmon Farm.  In the distance is Mold town
Footpath through grazing field
Beside Maesgarmon Farm. In the distance is Mold town
Field and woodland Beside a footpath heading towards Gwernaffield Road
Field and woodland
Beside a footpath heading towards Gwernaffield Road
Farm track and barn near Pant Glas
Farm track and barn near Pant Glas
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Coed Pen-y-garth is located at Grid Ref: SJ2165 (Lat: 53.182362, Lng: -3.1803049)

Unitary Authority: Flintshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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