Colonel's Park

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Colonel's Park

Offa's Dyke Path  Offa's Dyke Path approaching Coxbury Farm.
Offa's Dyke Path Credit: Philip Halling

Colonel's Park is a picturesque woodland located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Covering an expansive area, the park is known for its dense forest and captivating natural beauty. Situated in the heart of the Wye Valley, Colonel's Park offers visitors a serene and tranquil environment to explore.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with ancient oak trees dominating the landscape. The lush greenery provides a habitat for various bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts. Visitors can expect to spot an array of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes, as they wander through the park's peaceful trails.

Colonel's Park is an ideal destination for outdoor activities and offers several walking and hiking trails for all abilities. The paths wind through the forest, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. Along the way, visitors may come across babbling brooks and hidden waterfalls, adding to the park's enchanting atmosphere.

In addition to its natural beauty, Colonel's Park also holds historical significance. The park gets its name from Colonel Wood, a renowned figure who played a significant role in the area's history. Visitors can explore remnants of the past, such as the ruins of an old hunting lodge, which add an element of intrigue to the park.

Overall, Colonel's Park in Monmouthshire is a haven for nature lovers and history enthusiasts alike. With its captivating woodland, diverse wildlife, and rich history, it is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking tranquility and natural beauty.

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Colonel's Park Images

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Offa's Dyke Path  Offa's Dyke Path approaching Coxbury Farm.
Offa's Dyke Path
Offa's Dyke Path approaching Coxbury Farm.
Offa's Dyke Path Offa's Dyke Path crossing a field near Coxbury Farm.
Offa's Dyke Path
Offa's Dyke Path crossing a field near Coxbury Farm.
Woodland footpath This footpath in woodland on Highbury Plains is followed by Offa's Dyke Path.
Woodland footpath
This footpath in woodland on Highbury Plains is followed by Offa's Dyke Path.
Penallt Common Some pretty impenetrable land in here.
Penallt Common
Some pretty impenetrable land in here.
Old Baptist Chapel at Whitebrook Churches and chapels no. 49. The old Baptist Chapel is on a very steep descent from Pen-y-Fan. Built in 1829 now converted to a dwelling.
Old Baptist Chapel at Whitebrook
Churches and chapels no. 49. The old Baptist Chapel is on a very steep descent from Pen-y-Fan. Built in 1829 now converted to a dwelling.
In the grounds of The Argoed at Penallt Scarlet Rhododendrons here.
In the grounds of The Argoed at Penallt
Scarlet Rhododendrons here.
On a footpath through the grounds of The Argoed near Penallt Lovely parkland here.
On a footpath through the grounds of The Argoed near Penallt
Lovely parkland here.
Footpath at The Argoed near Penallt Crossing a drive.
Footpath at The Argoed near Penallt
Crossing a drive.
Rear of the Argoed at Penallt A lovely Victorian country house above the Wye Valley, once owned by Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, who recorded some albums at nearby Rockfield Studios in the 1980's. 

It has since been owned by a branch of my family (a great grandfather in common) who prospered in a chain of sports shops and other business interests I believe.

This house has its own Wikipedia article, impressive.<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Argoed,_Penallt" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Argoed,_Penallt">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Rear of the Argoed at Penallt
A lovely Victorian country house above the Wye Valley, once owned by Robert Plant, lead singer of Led Zeppelin, who recorded some albums at nearby Rockfield Studios in the 1980's. It has since been owned by a branch of my family (a great grandfather in common) who prospered in a chain of sports shops and other business interests I believe. This house has its own Wikipedia article, impressive.LinkExternal link
Disused farm buildings near Tregagle Nice old buildings.
Disused farm buildings near Tregagle
Nice old buildings.
The Reynolds A terrace at Tregagle.
The Reynolds
A terrace at Tregagle.
Monmouthshire lane near Tre-gagle One of my fave areas in this blessed county.
Monmouthshire lane near Tre-gagle
One of my fave areas in this blessed county.
Footpath into the woods Nice May walking.
Footpath into the woods
Nice May walking.
A walk in the woods Nice walking.
A walk in the woods
Nice walking.
On a path in the woods Mountain bikers seem to like riding under this leaning tree.
On a path in the woods
Mountain bikers seem to like riding under this leaning tree.
Old path in the wood We discovered this old route.
Old path in the wood
We discovered this old route.
Old sunken way in the wood Now much used by mountain bikes and scramblers.
Old sunken way in the wood
Now much used by mountain bikes and scramblers.
Old sunken way in the wood Used and it seems abused by motorbike scramblers. The track has been eroded.
Old sunken way in the wood
Used and it seems abused by motorbike scramblers. The track has been eroded.
Show me another place!

Colonel's Park is located at Grid Ref: SO5207 (Lat: 51.763782, Lng: -2.6917796)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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Located within 500m of 51.763782,-2.6917796
Pool Farm
Addr City: Tregagle
Addr Postcode: NP25 4RY
Place: farm
Lat/Long: 51.7675365/-2.6909643
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