Bellamy's Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Bellamy's Wood

West along the B4233 towards Hendre, Monmouthshire Extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny, the B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire.
West along the B4233 towards Hendre, Monmouthshire Credit: Jaggery

Bellamy's Wood is a picturesque forest located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Covering an area of approximately 40 acres, the wood is a popular destination for nature lovers and hikers looking to explore the beautiful Welsh countryside.

The wood is home to a variety of tree species, including oak, beech, and ash, providing a diverse and vibrant habitat for wildlife. Visitors can expect to see a range of bird species, such as woodpeckers and owls, as well as small mammals like squirrels and badgers.

There are several well-marked walking trails throughout the wood, offering visitors the chance to immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature. The wood also features a picnic area, making it a great spot for a relaxing outdoor lunch.

Bellamy's Wood is easily accessible by car and is located near the town of Monmouth, making it a convenient day trip destination for both locals and tourists. Whether you're looking for a peaceful stroll through the woods or a more challenging hike, Bellamy's Wood has something to offer for everyone.

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Bellamy's Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.822689/-2.7690433 or Grid Reference SO4714. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

West along the B4233 towards Hendre, Monmouthshire Extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny, the B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire.
West along the B4233 towards Hendre, Monmouthshire
Extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny, the B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire.
East along the B4233 towards Rockfield, Monmouthshire Extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Abergavenny to Monmouth, the B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire.
Ahead for Monmouth via Rockfield.
East along the B4233 towards Rockfield, Monmouthshire
Extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Abergavenny to Monmouth, the B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire. Ahead for Monmouth via Rockfield.
Towards Whitehall Farm near Rockfield Viewed from the B4233 between Rockfield and Hendre.
Towards Whitehall Farm near Rockfield
Viewed from the B4233 between Rockfield and Hendre.
Rural Monmouthshire in late March 2017 Viewed from the B4233, a rural B-road from Abergavenny to Monmouth, looking towards Whitehill Lane near Rockfield.
Rural Monmouthshire in late March 2017
Viewed from the B4233, a rural B-road from Abergavenny to Monmouth, looking towards Whitehill Lane near Rockfield.
Warning signs alongside the B4233 near Hendre, Monmouthshire Warning of a minor road junction ahead (a certainty) and deer in the road (a possibility), the signs are alongside the B4233, a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
Warning signs alongside the B4233 near Hendre, Monmouthshire
Warning of a minor road junction ahead (a certainty) and deer in the road (a possibility), the signs are alongside the B4233, a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
Muddy field entrance near Hendre, Monmouthshire On the north side of the B4233, a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
Muddy field entrance near Hendre, Monmouthshire
On the north side of the B4233, a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
Road to Llangattock and Newcastle, Monmouthshire Viewed across the B4233. A sign behind the camera shows Llangattock 1 (mile) Newcastle 2. 
An adjacent B4233 sign shows Monmouth 3½ (eastwards), Hendre ½ (westwards). <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324630" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324630">Link</a>
Road to Llangattock and Newcastle, Monmouthshire
Viewed across the B4233. A sign behind the camera shows Llangattock 1 (mile) Newcastle 2. An adjacent B4233 sign shows Monmouth 3½ (eastwards), Hendre ½ (westwards). Link
Direction and distances signs on a bank near Hendre, Monmouthshire Opposite this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324617" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324617">Link</a> junction, half-a-mile from Hendre.
Direction and distances signs on a bank near Hendre, Monmouthshire
Opposite this Link junction, half-a-mile from Hendre.
B4233 descends towards Hendre, Monmouthshire The B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
B4233 descends towards Hendre, Monmouthshire
The B4233 is a rural B-road in Monmouthshire extending for 23km (c14 miles) from Monmouth to Abergavenny.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox and the shell of its predecessor near Hendre, Monmouthshire Viewed in late March 2017. The modern postbox alongside the B4233 is 
in front of the shell of a King Edward VII postbox <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324687" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324687">Link</a> in a small brick pillar.
Queen Elizabeth II postbox and the shell of its predecessor near Hendre, Monmouthshire
Viewed in late March 2017. The modern postbox alongside the B4233 is in front of the shell of a King Edward VII postbox Link in a small brick pillar.
Shell of a King Edward VII postbox near Hendre, Monmouthshire The remains of the old postbox are behind its modern replacement. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324679" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5324679">Link</a>
Shell of a King Edward VII postbox near Hendre, Monmouthshire
The remains of the old postbox are behind its modern replacement. Link
Derelict North Lodge, Hendre, Monmouthshire At the March 2017 date of this photo, North Lodge has been derelict for many years. The Cadw website states that the building was designed by Aston Webb c1896 in the Scottish baronial style at the wish of Georgiana, the wife of John Allan Rolls. Georgiana was the daughter of Sir Charles Maclean of Morvaren, Scotland. 
North Lodge was Grade II listed in 2001.
Derelict North Lodge, Hendre, Monmouthshire
At the March 2017 date of this photo, North Lodge has been derelict for many years. The Cadw website states that the building was designed by Aston Webb c1896 in the Scottish baronial style at the wish of Georgiana, the wife of John Allan Rolls. Georgiana was the daughter of Sir Charles Maclean of Morvaren, Scotland. North Lodge was Grade II listed in 2001.
Line spur pole alongside the B4233, Hendre, Monmouthshire The Western Power Distribution line spur pole,
identifier S/S 532900, is near the derelict former North Lodge. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5325582" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5325582">Link</a>
Line spur pole alongside the B4233, Hendre, Monmouthshire
The Western Power Distribution line spur pole, identifier S/S 532900, is near the derelict former North Lodge. Link
Eastern boundary of Hendre, Monmouthshire The white-on-blue boundary sign faces the B4233 at the eastern edge of the hamlet in the north of  Monmouthshire. Nearby is the former Hendre country estate which was owned by the Rolls family who were substantial landowners and benefactors in the Monmouth area. Charles Stewart Rolls was the co-founder of the Rolls-Royce company. The ascent of the family to the aristocracy was through marriage.
Eastern boundary of Hendre, Monmouthshire
The white-on-blue boundary sign faces the B4233 at the eastern edge of the hamlet in the north of Monmouthshire. Nearby is the former Hendre country estate which was owned by the Rolls family who were substantial landowners and benefactors in the Monmouth area. Charles Stewart Rolls was the co-founder of the Rolls-Royce company. The ascent of the family to the aristocracy was through marriage.
Boundary stone with bench mark, Whitehill Wood near Monmouth
Boundary stone with bench mark, Whitehill Wood near Monmouth
Old Milestone by the B4233, Steppes Farm Cottages, Llangattock Vibon Avel Stone post by the B4233, in parish of Llangattock Vibon Avel (Monmouthshire District), West of Steppes Farm Cottages, North side of road.

Inscription once read:-
: (Abergavenny / 11) : : (Monmouth / 3) :
  
Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MON_MMAG03
Old Milestone by the B4233, Steppes Farm Cottages, Llangattock Vibon Avel
Stone post by the B4233, in parish of Llangattock Vibon Avel (Monmouthshire District), West of Steppes Farm Cottages, North side of road. Inscription once read:- : (Abergavenny / 11) : : (Monmouth / 3) : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MON_MMAG03
Old Boundary Marker in Kingswood, Monmouth parish Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Monmouth (Monmouthshire District), Kingswood, 1600m Northeast of Lower Hendre.

Inscription reads:-
MONMOUTH
PARISH
1857
Carved bench mark on centre face.

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MON_MON01pb
Old Boundary Marker in Kingswood, Monmouth parish
Parish Boundary Marker in parish of Monmouth (Monmouthshire District), Kingswood, 1600m Northeast of Lower Hendre. Inscription reads:- MONMOUTH PARISH 1857 Carved bench mark on centre face. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MON_MON01pb
River Monnow near Rockfield
River Monnow near Rockfield
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Bellamy's Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO4714 (Lat: 51.822689, Lng: -2.7690433)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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///routs.entrusted.submerged. Near Monmouth, Monmouthshire

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