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Castell-y-bwch

Settlement in Monmouthshire

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Castell-y-bwch

The Incline below Penylan Way Cycle and pedestrian path on the site of a former tramway down from Henllys Colliery.
The Incline below Penylan Way Credit: M J Roscoe

Castell-y-bwch is a small village located in Monmouthshire, Wales. Situated on the eastern edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The name "Castell-y-bwch" translates to "Castle of the Buck" in English, referring to the ruins of a medieval castle that once stood in the area.

The village is known for its rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 12th century, Castell-y-bwch was an important strategic location, serving as a defensive stronghold against potential invaders. The remnants of the castle can still be seen today, although it is now in a state of ruin.

Despite its small size, the village boasts a close-knit community and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It offers a range of amenities for residents and visitors alike, including a local pub, a village hall, and a post office. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Castell-y-bwch is also within close proximity to other popular attractions in Monmouthshire, such as the historic town of Abergavenny and the picturesque Usk Valley. With its idyllic setting and historical significance, Castell-y-bwch is a charming destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of rural Wales.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.625831/-3.052248 or Grid Reference ST2792. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Incline below Penylan Way Cycle and pedestrian path on the site of a former tramway down from Henllys Colliery.
The Incline below Penylan Way
Cycle and pedestrian path on the site of a former tramway down from Henllys Colliery.
Sports pitches, Penylan Way, Cwmbran Cwmbran Town Football Club ground.
Sports pitches, Penylan Way, Cwmbran
Cwmbran Town Football Club ground.
Ordnance Survey Pivot This OS pivot can be found on the rock NW side of the track. It marks a point 741.6ft above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Pivot
This OS pivot can be found on the rock NW side of the track. It marks a point 741.6ft above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the barn at Cwrt Henllys Farm. It marks a point 168.951m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the barn at Cwrt Henllys Farm. It marks a point 168.951m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the NW angle of St Peter's Church. It marks a point 82.104m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This OS cut mark can be found on the NW angle of St Peter's Church. It marks a point 82.104m above mean sea level.
Mire, Henllys Bog Local Nature Reserve The dominant tussocks of purple moor-grass and invasive scrub have just been cut by a Gwent Wildlife Trust working party, and the cut vegetation removed in order to promote the growth of rare wetland plants. The blue pipe is to enable the subterranean water level to be assessed. Maps show the area as deciduous woodland but trees are found only on the edge of the Trust's reserve.
Mire, Henllys Bog Local Nature Reserve
The dominant tussocks of purple moor-grass and invasive scrub have just been cut by a Gwent Wildlife Trust working party, and the cut vegetation removed in order to promote the growth of rare wetland plants. The blue pipe is to enable the subterranean water level to be assessed. Maps show the area as deciduous woodland but trees are found only on the edge of the Trust's reserve.
Boardwalk at entrance to Henllys Bog LNR Wooden boardwalk over stream and wet ground inside the kissing gate entrance to Gwent Wildlife Trust's reserve.
Boardwalk at entrance to Henllys Bog LNR
Wooden boardwalk over stream and wet ground inside the kissing gate entrance to Gwent Wildlife Trust's reserve.
Pandy-mawr Farm The building beyond the field is the historic farmhouse and barn.
Pandy-mawr Farm
The building beyond the field is the historic farmhouse and barn.
NW along Sycamore Court, Henllys, Cwmbran From the corner of Henllys Way.
NW along Sycamore Court, Henllys, Cwmbran
From the corner of Henllys Way.
Bilingual name sign, Sycamore Court, Henllys, Cwmbran Sycamore Court is Cwrt Sycamor in Welsh.
Bilingual name sign, Sycamore Court, Henllys, Cwmbran
Sycamore Court is Cwrt Sycamor in Welsh.
Junction of Sycamore Court and Henllys Way, Cwmbran From the left, Sycamore Court joins Henllys Way.
Junction of Sycamore Court and Henllys Way, Cwmbran
From the left, Sycamore Court joins Henllys Way.
Colourful hat on a pillarbox, Henllys Way, Cwmbran Alongside Henllys Way near the corner of Sycamore Court viewed on January 30th 2022. <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7083554" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7083554">Link</a> to a closer view.
Colourful hat on a pillarbox, Henllys Way, Cwmbran
Alongside Henllys Way near the corner of Sycamore Court viewed on January 30th 2022. Link to a closer view.
Thank You Key Workers, Henllys Way, Cwmbran THANK YOU KEY WORKERS is part of the colourful woollen hat on top of this <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7083546" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7083546">Link</a> pillar box in January 2022.
Thank You Key Workers, Henllys Way, Cwmbran
THANK YOU KEY WORKERS is part of the colourful woollen hat on top of this Link pillar box in January 2022.
Glan Rhyd, Coed Eva, Cwmbran Looking to the SSW across Penylan Way towards the road named Glan Rhyd.
Glan Rhyd, Coed Eva, Cwmbran
Looking to the SSW across Penylan Way towards the road named Glan Rhyd.
Junction of Penylan Way and Glan Rhyd, Cwmbran Viewed across Penylan Way in the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran. The sign on left shows that Glan Rhyd is not a through route for motor vehicles.
Junction of Penylan Way and Glan Rhyd, Cwmbran
Viewed across Penylan Way in the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran. The sign on left shows that Glan Rhyd is not a through route for motor vehicles.
NW along Penylan Way, Cwmbran In the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran.
NW along Penylan Way, Cwmbran
In the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran.
Grassy banks above Penylan Way, Cwmbran Looking to the ESE along Penylan Way in the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran. The houses are in the cul-de-sac named Glan Rhyd.
Grassy banks above Penylan Way, Cwmbran
Looking to the ESE along Penylan Way in the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran. The houses are in the cul-de-sac named Glan Rhyd.
Spring-themed hat on a pillar box, Coed Eva, Cwmbran Viewed on March 13th 2022. The pillar box is alongside Penylan Way opposite the Glan Rhyd junction.
Spring-themed hat on a pillar box, Coed Eva, Cwmbran
Viewed on March 13th 2022. The pillar box is alongside Penylan Way opposite the Glan Rhyd junction.
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Castell-y-bwch is located at Grid Ref: ST2792 (Lat: 51.625831, Lng: -3.052248)

Unitary Authority: Torfaen

Police Authority: Gwent

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