Upper Hael Wood

Wood, Forest in Monmouthshire

Wales

Upper Hael Wood

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

Upper Hael Wood is a charming forest located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Spanning over a vast area, this wood offers a tranquil and picturesque environment for nature enthusiasts and visitors alike. The wood is situated near the village of Hael, nestled in the rolling hills of the Welsh countryside.

Covered in a diverse range of trees, Upper Hael Wood boasts a rich and varied ecosystem. The dominant tree species in the forest include oak, beech, and ash, which create a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for a variety of wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, further enhancing the natural beauty of the wood.

The wood is crisscrossed by a network of footpaths, allowing visitors to explore its enchanting trails. These paths wind through the forest, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape and providing opportunities for peaceful walks and hikes. The wood is also home to a number of streams and small ponds, adding to its scenic charm.

Upper Hael Wood is not only a haven for nature lovers but also an important habitat for a wide range of wildlife. It is home to numerous bird species, including woodpeckers, owls, and various songbirds. Mammals such as deer, foxes, and badgers can also be spotted within the wood, along with an abundance of insects and other invertebrates.

Overall, Upper Hael Wood is a captivating destination for those seeking solace in nature. Its stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna, and tranquil atmosphere make it a cherished natural treasure in Monmouthshire.

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Upper Hael Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.769505/-2.6834327 or Grid Reference SO5208. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

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.
Footpath in Highbury Wood Footpath through Highbury Wood above Redbrook.  Offa's Dyke Path follows this footpath.
Footpath in Highbury Wood
Footpath through Highbury Wood above Redbrook. Offa's Dyke Path follows this footpath.
View From Highbury Woods To Lower Redbrook
View From Highbury Woods
To Lower Redbrook
Bridge Over The River Wye Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Bridge Over The River Wye
Connecting Lower Redbrook to the lovely Boat Inn!
Boat Inn Near Redbrook A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
Boat Inn Near Redbrook
A lovely looking place. Sadly we were there before opening time
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook A fine display of all ages
A Line Of Land Rovers In Redbrook
A fine display of all ages
Penallt Common Some pretty impenetrable land in here.
Penallt Common
Some pretty impenetrable land in here.
Redbrook, Wye Valley A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
Redbrook, Wye Valley
A view of Redbrook on a misty morning, taken with a medium format Mamiya twin lens camera.
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.
Show me another place!

Upper Hael Wood is located at Grid Ref: SO5208 (Lat: 51.769505, Lng: -2.6834327)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

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Located within 500m of 51.769505,-2.6834327
Bus Stop
The Grove
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Bus Stop
The Grove
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GLF438
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: The Grove
Naptan Indicator: Opp
Naptan NaptanCode: gloadada
Naptan Street: A466
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.7714018/-2.6789915
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