Black Wood

Wood, Forest in Flintshire

Wales

Black Wood

The A525 Ruthin Road between Bwlchgwyn and Minera Credit: Eirian Evans

Black Wood is a dense forest located in Flintshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this ancient woodland is known for its rich biodiversity and unique ecosystem. The forest is predominantly composed of oak, beech, and birch trees, with a dense undergrowth of ferns, mosses, and wildflowers.

Black Wood is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and a wide array of bird species. The forest provides important habitat and shelter for these animals, as well as a source of food and resources.

Visitors to Black Wood can enjoy a network of walking trails that wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside and opportunities for wildlife spotting. The peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty of the forest make it a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and photographers.

Managed by the local authorities, Black Wood is carefully preserved and protected to ensure its continued conservation and ecological value. The forest serves as an important green space for the community, providing opportunities for recreation, education, and relaxation in a tranquil natural setting.

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Black Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.082199/-3.0930461 or Grid Reference SJ2654. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The A525 Ruthin Road between Bwlchgwyn and Minera

Eirian Evans

View northeastwards from the Ruthin Road in Minera

Eirian Evans

Approaching Bwlchgwyn - the "highest village in Wales"

At an elevation of approx 1100ft, and about 6 miles from Wrexham, it is not unusual for Bwlchgwyn to be cut off by snow whilst Wrexham enjoys beautiful spring weather.

Eirian Evans

The Kings Head Inn, Bwlchgwyn

Standing on the crossroads of Ruthin Road, Fronheulog Hill and Brymbo Road. The last remaining open pub in Bwlchgwyn.

Eirian Evans

Christ Church, Bwlchgwyn

Christ Church was consecrated on 1 October 1879. Originally built as a school in 1867, an application was made between 1876 and 1879 to the Church Authorities , for a grant towards the conversion of the building from a school to a church.

Eirian Evans

The Old Police Station, Bwlchgwyn

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Capel Nebo, Bwlchgwyn

Now converted into a house, this chapel was built in 1852 for the Independents.

Eirian Evans

Westminster Arms, Bwlchgwyn

This is another pub which is no longer in business.

Eirian Evans

House near Smelt Wood

At the junction of Brymbo Road and Gegin Road

Eirian Evans

Concrete structure, Nant y Ffrith

This large concrete base is next to the footbridge and has the rough-cast concrete look of a 1930s or 40s industrial building. What was its purpose? Mining? There are mounting bolts and nearby coils of old wire rope. There is a mine level near.

John Harrison