Pettingale Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Pettingale Wood

Lower Trostra Farm The Trail passes by this farm. — Lower Trostra Farm Credit: M J Roscoe

Pettingale Wood is a beautiful forest located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 72 hectares, this woodland is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The wood is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including a diverse range of tree species such as oak, beech, and ash.

Visitors to Pettingale Wood can enjoy a leisurely stroll along the well-maintained pathways that wind through the forest, offering picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. The tranquil atmosphere of the wood provides a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and contemplation.

In addition to its natural beauty, Pettingale Wood also has historical significance, with remnants of ancient settlements and structures scattered throughout the forest. Archaeological remains dating back to the Iron Age have been discovered in the area, adding to the wood's allure for history buffs and those interested in the past.

Overall, Pettingale Wood is a hidden gem in Monmouthshire, offering visitors a chance to connect with nature, explore the area's history, and unwind in a serene setting.

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Pettingale Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.69173/-2.9815162 or Grid Reference ST3299. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lower Trostra Farm The Trail passes by this farm.

Lower Trostra Farm

The Trail passes by this farm.

House at Lower Trostra Large house in extensive grounds on the Trail route.

House at Lower Trostra

Large house in extensive grounds on the Trail route.

Track to Trostra Common The Trail after crossing Glascoed Lane. The arm on the signpost points back towards the road down to Trostra.

Track to Trostra Common

The Trail after crossing Glascoed Lane. The arm on the signpost points back towards the road down to Trostra.

Top of road to Upper & Lower Trostra Start of the minor road from Glascoed Lane; the yellow topped posts carry a notice warning walkers on the Trail to take care when crossing the lane to the track <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5791239">SO3100 : Track to Trostra Common</a> almost opposite.

Top of road to Upper & Lower Trostra

Start of the minor road from Glascoed Lane; the yellow topped posts carry a notice warning walkers on the Trail to take care when crossing the lane to the track SO3100 : Track to Trostra Common almost opposite.

Green track to Trostra Common A grassy track, part of the Trail, from Glascoed Lane; note the yellow topped way-marker post.

Green track to Trostra Common

A grassy track, part of the Trail, from Glascoed Lane; note the yellow topped way-marker post.

Path into Twyn y Cryn Common The Trail here crosses Glascoed Lane from the track opposite <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5791477">SO3200 : Green track to Trostra Common</a>. The green notice bans vehicles from the (woodland) common.

Path into Twyn y Cryn Common

The Trail here crosses Glascoed Lane from the track opposite SO3200 : Green track to Trostra Common. The green notice bans vehicles from the (woodland) common.

Stepping stones in Twyn y Cryn Wood Simple stepping stones of kerbstones over a small stream, a tributary of the Sor Brook. At the yellow-topped post the Trail veers right uphill.

Stepping stones in Twyn y Cryn Wood

Simple stepping stones of kerbstones over a small stream, a tributary of the Sor Brook. At the yellow-topped post the Trail veers right uphill.

Old quarry, Trostra Common Small disused quarry in woodland, next to the Trail.

Old quarry, Trostra Common

Small disused quarry in woodland, next to the Trail.

Footpath above Yew Tree Farm The Trail leaves a wooded corridor (left arm of signpost) and proceeds along the top of a field before turning right downhill.

Footpath above Yew Tree Farm

The Trail leaves a wooded corridor (left arm of signpost) and proceeds along the top of a field before turning right downhill.

Footpath down to Yew Tree Farmhouse The Trail runs downhill to the left of the posts to a pedestrian gate, and turns left.

Footpath down to Yew Tree Farmhouse

The Trail runs downhill to the left of the posts to a pedestrian gate, and turns left.

Entrance to car park, reservoir inlet The Trail from Yew Tree Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5792241">SO3200 : Footpath down to Yew Tree Farmhouse</a> turns right at the trail&#039;s signpost on the highway and heads through the reservoir gates. Access to this area is restricted in the winter.

Entrance to car park, reservoir inlet

The Trail from Yew Tree Farm SO3200 : Footpath down to Yew Tree Farmhouse turns right at the trail's signpost on the highway and heads through the reservoir gates. Access to this area is restricted in the winter.

Way to bird hide, inlet car park From the picnic site (foreground) the path goes through the gate to the hide a few yards further on to the left. A notice nearby states that access is restricted to permit holders.

Way to bird hide, inlet car park

From the picnic site (foreground) the path goes through the gate to the hide a few yards further on to the left. A notice nearby states that access is restricted to permit holders.

Anglers' entrance to edge of Llandegfedd reservoir Only anglers and birdwatchers with permits allowed through gate!

Anglers' entrance to edge of Llandegfedd reservoir

Only anglers and birdwatchers with permits allowed through gate!

Northern inlet, Llandegfedd Reservoir View from bird hide a few yards from the Trail.

Northern inlet, Llandegfedd Reservoir

View from bird hide a few yards from the Trail.

River outfall, Llandegfedd Reservoir Raw water, pumped from the River Usk by the Prioress Mill Pumping Station north west of Usk, enters the enclosed concrete pound, spills over into a channel and flows into the reservoir. The Trail passes by the near railings on a permissive path.

River outfall, Llandegfedd Reservoir

Raw water, pumped from the River Usk by the Prioress Mill Pumping Station north west of Usk, enters the enclosed concrete pound, spills over into a channel and flows into the reservoir. The Trail passes by the near railings on a permissive path.

Shore of Llandegfedd Reservoir Shore of an inlet on the north east part of the reservoir, which does not appear to be full. This littoral area is closed to the public from 1 November to 1 March as it used by overwintering wildfowl.

Shore of Llandegfedd Reservoir

Shore of an inlet on the north east part of the reservoir, which does not appear to be full. This littoral area is closed to the public from 1 November to 1 March as it used by overwintering wildfowl.

Victorian postbox, Glascoed, Monmouthshire In a wall near crossroads.

Victorian postbox, Glascoed, Monmouthshire

In a wall near crossroads.

Bilingual lane name sign, Glascoed, Monmouthshire The sign shows that Glascoed Lane is Lôn y Glascoed in Welsh.

Bilingual lane name sign, Glascoed, Monmouthshire

The sign shows that Glascoed Lane is Lôn y Glascoed in Welsh.

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Pettingale Wood is located at Grid Ref: ST3299 (Lat: 51.69173, Lng: -2.9815162)

Unitary Authority: Torfaen

Police Authority: Gwent

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Located within 500m of 51.69173,-2.9815162

Power: tower

Lat/Long: 51.6936431/-2.9864147

Power: tower

Lat/Long: 51.6903693/-2.9863469

Barrier: stile

Bicycle: no

Foot: yes

Horse: no

Motor Vehicle: no

Lat/Long: 51.6872871/-2.9826002

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