Barn Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Barn Wood

River Bistro, Usk Restaurant, cafe and bistro at 61 Bridge Street, Usk.
River Bistro, Usk Credit: Jaggery

Barn Wood is a beautiful forest located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 50 acres, this woodland is known for its stunning scenery and diverse wildlife. The forest is predominantly made up of oak and beech trees, creating a lush and vibrant environment for visitors to explore.

Barn Wood offers a variety of walking trails, ranging from easy strolls to more challenging hikes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. The forest is also home to a wide array of wildlife, including deer, squirrels, and various bird species, making it a great spot for birdwatching and wildlife photography.

In addition to its natural beauty, Barn Wood also has a rich history, with evidence of ancient settlements and agricultural activity dating back centuries. Visitors can explore the remnants of old barns and stone walls, adding an extra layer of interest to their visit.

Overall, Barn Wood is a picturesque and peaceful destination, perfect for a relaxing day out in nature. Whether you enjoy hiking, wildlife watching, or simply taking in the tranquility of the forest, this woodland has something to offer for everyone.

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Barn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.718378/-2.9011151 or Grid Reference SO3702. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Bistro, Usk Restaurant, cafe and bistro at 61 Bridge Street, Usk.
River Bistro, Usk
Restaurant, cafe and bistro at 61 Bridge Street, Usk.
Usk Pharmacy, Usk Town centre pharmacy at 59 Bridge Street.
Usk Pharmacy, Usk
Town centre pharmacy at 59 Bridge Street.
Last days of the NatWest bank branch in Usk Viewed across Bridge Street in late August 2015, a few days after NatWest announced that this branch 
is to close down at the end of November 2015 because of "a marked decline in usage by customers"

The Grade II listed building was erected in the Classical style in 1848 
by RH Thomas of Newport for the Monmouthshire and Glamorgan Bank.
Last days of the NatWest bank branch in Usk
Viewed across Bridge Street in late August 2015, a few days after NatWest announced that this branch is to close down at the end of November 2015 because of "a marked decline in usage by customers" The Grade II listed building was erected in the Classical style in 1848 by RH Thomas of Newport for the Monmouthshire and Glamorgan Bank.
Elstons estate agents office in Usk Office at 43 Bridge Street, Usk.
Elstons estate agents office in Usk
Office at 43 Bridge Street, Usk.
New China in Usk Chinese takeaway at 41 Bridge Street. Hing Tai takeaway was here in January 2013. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3856379" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3856379">Link</a>
New China in Usk
Chinese takeaway at 41 Bridge Street. Hing Tai takeaway was here in January 2013. Link
Old Hancock's sign in Bridge Street, Usk On the wall of the Cross Keys pub <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2084315" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2084315">Link</a>
Hancocks Brewery ceased to exist in 1999, when it was taken over 
by Cardiff-based Brains (S. A. Brain & Company Ltd) Brewery.
Old Hancock's sign in Bridge Street, Usk
On the wall of the Cross Keys pub Link Hancocks Brewery ceased to exist in 1999, when it was taken over by Cardiff-based Brains (S. A. Brain & Company Ltd) Brewery.
Sprokwobbles, Usk Sprokwobbles is a market deli & coffee house at 22 Bridge Street, Usk. The nameboard shows that Sprokwobbles sells Arabica fair trade coffee, deli sandwiches & paninis, cakes & biscuits etc. Local farm and produce suppliers are used wherever possible. 

Sprokwobbles website states that Arabica coffee beans and Robusta coffee beans are the two main types of bean on the market. Arabica beans are often referred to as the higher quality of the two, making up over 70% of coffee grown around the world. Arabica beans also have a lower level of caffeine and are less acidic and bitter in taste, with a milder and more aromatic flavour than Robusta.
Sprokwobbles, Usk
Sprokwobbles is a market deli & coffee house at 22 Bridge Street, Usk. The nameboard shows that Sprokwobbles sells Arabica fair trade coffee, deli sandwiches & paninis, cakes & biscuits etc. Local farm and produce suppliers are used wherever possible. Sprokwobbles website states that Arabica coffee beans and Robusta coffee beans are the two main types of bean on the market. Arabica beans are often referred to as the higher quality of the two, making up over 70% of coffee grown around the world. Arabica beans also have a lower level of caffeine and are less acidic and bitter in taste, with a milder and more aromatic flavour than Robusta.
Knit and Knatter in Usk In late August 2015, an estate agents' For Sale (shop & flat) board 
is on the wall of the wool shop at 37 Bridge Street, Usk.
Knit and Knatter in Usk
In late August 2015, an estate agents' For Sale (shop & flat) board is on the wall of the wool shop at 37 Bridge Street, Usk.
Home Electrical Services, Usk The shop at 23 Bridge Street sells domestic electrical appliances and offers appliance servicing.
Home Electrical Services, Usk
The shop at 23 Bridge Street sells domestic electrical appliances and offers appliance servicing.
Tangles in Usk Unisex hair salon at 15 Bridge Street displaying the traditional red and white striped barbers pole.
Parsons Bakery is on the left, Roberts & Co estate agents on the right.
Tangles in Usk
Unisex hair salon at 15 Bridge Street displaying the traditional red and white striped barbers pole. Parsons Bakery is on the left, Roberts & Co estate agents on the right.
Indian takeaway and Turkish takeaway in Usk The Raj Indian takeaway is next door to Marmaris BBQ House (traditional Turkish cuisine) at 9 Bridge Street.
Indian takeaway and Turkish takeaway in Usk
The Raj Indian takeaway is next door to Marmaris BBQ House (traditional Turkish cuisine) at 9 Bridge Street.
Northern end of Maryport Street, Usk Viewed from Bridge Street. The northern end of Maryport Street looks like it is pedestrianised, but it isn't. 
The sign with a white arrow on a blue background alongside Barclays bank shows that this is a one-way route.
Northern end of Maryport Street, Usk
Viewed from Bridge Street. The northern end of Maryport Street looks like it is pedestrianised, but it isn't. The sign with a white arrow on a blue background alongside Barclays bank shows that this is a one-way route.
Star Legal office in Usk A small name sign showing Star Legal Solicitors hangs from a bracket
on the wall of Little Bank House, Porthycarne Street, Usk.
Star Legal office in Usk
A small name sign showing Star Legal Solicitors hangs from a bracket on the wall of Little Bank House, Porthycarne Street, Usk.
SKL Cars, Usk Car & van sales (new or secondhand) in Old Paul's Yard, Porthycarne Street, opposite the Three Salmons.
SKL Cars, Usk
Car & van sales (new or secondhand) in Old Paul's Yard, Porthycarne Street, opposite the Three Salmons.
The Play Den, Usk Play cafe for children aged 8 or younger, located at 1 Bridge Street 
on the corner of Maryport Street, opposite Barclays bank. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4637631" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4637631">Link</a>
The Play Den, Usk
Play cafe for children aged 8 or younger, located at 1 Bridge Street on the corner of Maryport Street, opposite Barclays bank. Link
Quails, Usk Showroom of Andrew Williams, cabinet maker & designer, at 2 Castle Parade, Usk.
Quails, Usk
Showroom of Andrew Williams, cabinet maker & designer, at 2 Castle Parade, Usk.
Grade II listed Georgian building in Usk Located on the corner of Twyn Square and Castle Parade. In August 2015, this a branch of HSBC on the ground floor, with flats on the upper two floors. The entrance is from Twyn Square on the left. The cash dispenser is on the Castle Parade side on the right. Originally a late Georgian (c1800) townhouse, the building was Grade II listed in 1974, when it was a Midland Bank branch.
Grade II listed Georgian building in Usk
Located on the corner of Twyn Square and Castle Parade. In August 2015, this a branch of HSBC on the ground floor, with flats on the upper two floors. The entrance is from Twyn Square on the left. The cash dispenser is on the Castle Parade side on the right. Originally a late Georgian (c1800) townhouse, the building was Grade II listed in 1974, when it was a Midland Bank branch.
Dan-y-Castell, Usk The house set back from Castle Parade is below a tower of Usk Castle.
Dan-y-Castell is Welsh for under or beneath the castle.
Dan-y-Castell, Usk
The house set back from Castle Parade is below a tower of Usk Castle. Dan-y-Castell is Welsh for under or beneath the castle.
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Barn Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO3702 (Lat: 51.718378, Lng: -2.9011151)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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