Lower Glyn Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Lower Glyn Wood

Muddy field, Hygga — Muddy field, Hygga Credit: Richard Webb

Lower Glyn Wood is a beautiful ancient woodland located in Monmouthshire, Wales. The woodland covers an area of approximately 150 acres and is known for its diverse range of flora and fauna. The wood is comprised of a mix of broadleaf and coniferous trees, including oak, beech, and pine.

Lower Glyn Wood is a popular destination for nature lovers, hikers, and birdwatchers. The wood is home to a variety of bird species, including woodpeckers, nuthatches, and tawny owls. Visitors may also spot deer, foxes, and other wildlife while exploring the woodland trails.

The wood is managed by the Woodland Trust, a conservation charity dedicated to protecting and preserving woodland areas in the UK. The Trust works to maintain the biodiversity of Lower Glyn Wood, ensuring that the woodland remains a healthy and thriving ecosystem for generations to come.

Visitors to Lower Glyn Wood can enjoy peaceful walks through the ancient trees, listen to the sounds of nature, and experience the beauty of this tranquil woodland setting. With its rich biodiversity and stunning natural scenery, Lower Glyn Wood is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Monmouthshire.

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Lower Glyn Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.735389/-2.771079 or Grid Reference SO4604. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Muddy field, Hygga

Muddy field, Hygga

Carpenters Arms, Llanishen

Carpenters Arms, Llanishen

Medieval churchyard cross, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Located in St Govan&#039;s churchyard in rural Monmouthshire, the medieval cross base was given a new shaft and sculptured head in 1903. Grade II Listed in 2001.

Medieval churchyard cross, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Located in St Govan's churchyard in rural Monmouthshire, the medieval cross base was given a new shaft and sculptured head in 1903. Grade II Listed in 2001.

Rusty corrugated roof, Llangovan, Monmouthshire On a building near the entrance to St Govan&#039;s churchyard (behind the camera).

Rusty corrugated roof, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

On a building near the entrance to St Govan's churchyard (behind the camera).

Entrance gates to St Govan's churchyard, Llangovan, Monmouthshire In July 2022 the notice <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216961" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216961">Link</a> on railings on the right states that St Govan&#039;s Church has been leased to the Vincent Wildlife Trust to protect the breeding colony of lesser horseshoe bats that roost within the building. The public are allowed access to the church building in the winter months only, while the bats are hibernating. Burials can still take place in the churchyard which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest to protect the bats&#039; habitat.

Entrance gates to St Govan's churchyard, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

In July 2022 the notice Link on railings on the right states that St Govan's Church has been leased to the Vincent Wildlife Trust to protect the breeding colony of lesser horseshoe bats that roost within the building. The public are allowed access to the church building in the winter months only, while the bats are hibernating. Burials can still take place in the churchyard which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest to protect the bats' habitat.

Notice near the entrance to St Govan's churchyard, Llangovan, Monmouthshire In the background on the right here. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216956" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216956">Link</a>

Notice near the entrance to St Govan's churchyard, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

In the background on the right here. Link

Grade II (Star) Listed church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Viewed in July 2022. Since 1999 St Govan&#039;s Church has been leased by the Vincent Wildlife Trust for the protection of the lesser horseshoe bats that roost within the building. The public are allowed access to the church in the winter months only, while the bats are hibernating. The church is Grade II (Star) Listed as a prominently sited medieval church retaining much original fabric including some of possible Norman date.

Grade II (Star) Listed church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Viewed in July 2022. Since 1999 St Govan's Church has been leased by the Vincent Wildlife Trust for the protection of the lesser horseshoe bats that roost within the building. The public are allowed access to the church in the winter months only, while the bats are hibernating. The church is Grade II (Star) Listed as a prominently sited medieval church retaining much original fabric including some of possible Norman date.

Church Farm buildings, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Viewed across unmown grass in St Govan&#039;s churchyard.

Church Farm buildings, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Viewed across unmown grass in St Govan's churchyard.

Farm buildings, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Part of Church Farm viewed from St Govan&#039;s churchyard in July 2022.

Farm buildings, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Part of Church Farm viewed from St Govan's churchyard in July 2022.

Track through unmown grass, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Towards the Grade II Listed medieval cross <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216913" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7216913">Link</a> in St Govan&#039;s churchyard.

Track through unmown grass, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Towards the Grade II Listed medieval cross Link in St Govan's churchyard.

South side of the church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire St Govan&#039;s Church in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

South side of the church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

St Govan's Church in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

Church entrance, Llangovan, Monmouthshire On the south side of St Govan&#039;s Church in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

Church entrance, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

On the south side of St Govan's Church in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

Notice near the entrance to St Govan's Church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire In July 2022 the notice on the wall here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217818" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217818">Link</a> shows

THIS CHURCH IS LEASED BY THE VINCENT WILDLIFE TRUST AS A RESERVE FOR BATS BUT IS AVAILABLE FOR SELECTED SERVICES DURING THE AUTUMN AND WINTER IF THE BAT COLONY IS ABSENT FROM THE BUILDING.

UNAUTHORISED ENTRY INTO THE CHURCH AT ANY OTHER TIME WILL CAUSE DISTURBANCE TO THESE SENSITIVE ANIMALS WHICH IS PROHIBITED UNDER THE WILDLIFE AND COUNTRYSIDE ACT 1981

Notice near the entrance to St Govan's Church, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

In July 2022 the notice on the wall here Link shows THIS CHURCH IS LEASED BY THE VINCENT WILDLIFE TRUST AS A RESERVE FOR BATS BUT IS AVAILABLE FOR SELECTED SERVICES DURING THE AUTUMN AND WINTER IF THE BAT COLONY IS ABSENT FROM THE BUILDING. UNAUTHORISED ENTRY INTO THE CHURCH AT ANY OTHER TIME WILL CAUSE DISTURBANCE TO THESE SENSITIVE ANIMALS WHICH IS PROHIBITED UNDER THE WILDLIFE AND COUNTRYSIDE ACT 1981

Churchyard crosses, Llangovan, Monmouthshire On the west side of St Govan&#039;s churchyard in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

Churchyard crosses, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

On the west side of St Govan's churchyard in the Church in Wales Diocese of Monmouth.

Small parking area, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Near the entrance to St Govan&#039;s churchyard.

Small parking area, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Near the entrance to St Govan's churchyard.

Minor road, Llangovan, Monmouthshire Looking north from this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217844" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217844">Link</a> parking area.

Minor road, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

Looking north from this Link parking area.

Churchyard exit gates, Llangovan, Monmouthshire At the NW edge of St Govan&#039;s churchyard. The car is parked here. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217844" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217844">Link</a>

Churchyard exit gates, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

At the NW edge of St Govan's churchyard. The car is parked here. Link

Kissing gate, Llangovan, Monmouthshire At the NW edge of St Govan&#039;s churchyard near these <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217868" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7217868">Link</a> gates.

Kissing gate, Llangovan, Monmouthshire

At the NW edge of St Govan's churchyard near these Link gates.

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Lower Glyn Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO4604 (Lat: 51.735389, Lng: -2.771079)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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