Carno

Settlement in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Carno

Plasnewydd
Plasnewydd Credit: Chris Morgan

Carno is a small village located in the county of Montgomeryshire, Wales. Situated in the scenic region of Mid Wales, Carno is nestled in the beautiful countryside and is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green landscapes.

With a population of around 1,000 residents, Carno is a tight-knit and close community. The village is known for its friendly atmosphere and strong community spirit. It offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, making it an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Carno boasts a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was primarily a rural farming community, and to this day, agriculture remains an important part of the local economy. The area is also known for its historical connection to the Welsh woollen industry.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Carno provides numerous opportunities for exploration and recreation. The surrounding countryside offers fantastic walking trails, with breathtaking views of the Welsh mountains. Additionally, the nearby River Severn provides opportunities for fishing and water activities.

In terms of amenities, Carno has a primary school, a village hall, and a local shop for everyday needs. For more extensive amenities, the town of Newtown is approximately 10 miles away, offering a wider range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Carno is a charming village characterized by its natural beauty, strong sense of community, and rich history. It offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for residents and visitors alike.

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Carno Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.556164/-3.529209 or Grid Reference SN9696. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Plasnewydd
Plasnewydd
Trees beside  the A470
Trees beside the A470
Old Milestone by the A470, Frankwell By the A470, in parish of Carno (Powys District), South of The Aleppo Merchant Inn, Frankwell, set into wall on West side of road. An earlier photograph can be found here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038359" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038359">Link</a>.

Inscription reads:-
NEWT
11
MACH
17

Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 17575

Milestone Society National ID: MOT_NTMC11
Old Milestone by the A470, Frankwell
By the A470, in parish of Carno (Powys District), South of The Aleppo Merchant Inn, Frankwell, set into wall on West side of road. An earlier photograph can be found here Link. Inscription reads:- NEWT 11 MACH 17 Grade II listed by Cadw. Reference Number: 17575 Milestone Society National ID: MOT_NTMC11
Rough grassland near Carno
Rough grassland near Carno
Allt Goch
Allt Goch
Barns, Sarn
Barns, Sarn
Church of St John The Baptist
Church of St John The Baptist
Hillside, Afon Carno Valley
Hillside, Afon Carno Valley
Wooded slope northeast of the River Carno near Carno, Powys Seen in passing from an Aberystwyth-bound train.
Wooded slope northeast of the River Carno near Carno, Powys
Seen in passing from an Aberystwyth-bound train.
Barns at Pwll-llydan, Carno
Barns at Pwll-llydan, Carno
North side of Afon Carno valley, below Plasnewydd
North side of Afon Carno valley, below Plasnewydd
Wooded hillside above Afon Carno
Wooded hillside above Afon Carno
Carno railway station (site), Powys Opened in 1863 by the Newtown and Machynlleth Railway, which very soon became part of the Cambrian Railway empire, this station closed in 1965. 
View south east toward Pontdolgoch and Newtown. The station building has become more derelict since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3099883">SN9597 : Former Carno station, 1986</a> was taken from a similar position some 31 years earlier. And behind it, the former Laura Ashley factory is also derelict and overgrown.
Carno railway station (site), Powys
Opened in 1863 by the Newtown and Machynlleth Railway, which very soon became part of the Cambrian Railway empire, this station closed in 1965. View south east toward Pontdolgoch and Newtown. The station building has become more derelict since SN9597 : Former Carno station, 1986 was taken from a similar position some 31 years earlier. And behind it, the former Laura Ashley factory is also derelict and overgrown.
Former Laura Ashley factory The building on the right is the former Laura Ashley factory in Carno.  The road is approaching the railway level crossing.
Former Laura Ashley factory
The building on the right is the former Laura Ashley factory in Carno. The road is approaching the railway level crossing.
Works entrance Works entrance of a country just north of Carno.
Works entrance
Works entrance of a country just north of Carno.
Entrance of a country road The entrance and road give access to a works unit.
Entrance of a country road
The entrance and road give access to a works unit.
Carno Community Centre Venue for the Montgomery Federation of Women's Institutes Spring Show in May 2015.
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://carno.org.uk/community-centre/carno-community-centre" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://carno.org.uk/community-centre/carno-community-centre">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>
Carno Community Centre
Venue for the Montgomery Federation of Women's Institutes Spring Show in May 2015. LinkExternal link
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Carno is located at Grid Ref: SN9696 (Lat: 52.556164, Lng: -3.529209)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 52.556164,-3.529209
Carno
Is In: Powys
Place: village
Source: npe
Wikidata: Q3402958
Lat/Long: 52.5575297/-3.5338852
Building: yes
Lat/Long: 52.556279/-3.5250054
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