Clegyrnant

Settlement in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Clegyrnant

Gate into woodland Despite being not that old, the gate is buried in undergrowth and clearly hasn&#039;t been opened for some time. — Gate into woodland Credit: Nigel Brown

Clegyrnant is a small village located in the county of Montgomeryshire, Wales. Situated in the beautiful countryside, the village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is part of the wider community of Llanfyllin and is approximately 5 miles north-east of the town.

The village itself is characterized by its tranquil ambiance and close-knit community. It is home to a population of around 200 residents who take great pride in their village and its heritage. The architecture of Clegyrnant is predominantly traditional, with quaint cottages and farmhouses dotting the landscape.

One of the notable features of Clegyrnant is the picturesque St. Beuno's Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is a Grade II listed building. The church serves as a focal point for the community and holds regular services, as well as hosting various cultural and social events throughout the year.

The surrounding countryside offers a plethora of outdoor activities for residents and visitors alike. There are numerous walking trails and hiking routes that provide breathtaking views of the Montgomeryshire countryside. The nearby Lake Vyrnwy is a popular destination for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

Although Clegyrnant is a small village, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns such as Llanfyllin and Welshpool, which offer a wider range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Overall, Clegyrnant provides a peaceful and picturesque retreat for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of rural Wales.

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Clegyrnant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.655413/-3.597354 or Grid Reference SH9207. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gate into woodland

Despite being not that old, the gate is buried in undergrowth and clearly hasn't been opened for some time.

Nigel Brown

Mown field

Obviously being brought back into use from the state seen in SH9106 : Fallow Land.

Nigel Brown

Minor road heading up Cwm Clegyrnant

In quite a good state, despite serving only a few farms and dwellings up the valley.

Nigel Brown

Footpath marker post

Flagging the footpath which follows the narrow strip of land between road and stream.

Nigel Brown

Road by the Clegyrnant

Nigel Brown

Bridge over the Clegyrnant

From the general style, it appears to be of fairly recent construction.

Nigel Brown

Gate and track to Blaen y Cwm farm

With the steep slopes of Moel Blaen-y-cwm in the distance.

Nigel Brown

Field below Clegyrnant farm

With Moel Blaen-y-cwm in the distance.

Nigel Brown

Clegyrnant farm

At the end of the public road up the valley.

Nigel Brown

The Clegyrnant by Rhyd-y-meirch

Nigel Brown

The road past Rhyd-y-meirch farm

Nigel Brown

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the NE angle of a barn at Blaen-y-cwm Farm. It marks a point 271.4m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Llyn Gwyddior

Adrian Dust

Llyn Gwyddior

Useful trout fishing in this upland lake.

Richard Webb

Coed yr Allt and Mynydd Rhiw-Saeson

Viewed from the south east of the square.

John Lucas

Lane through Cwm Clegyrnant

An area of mixed farming and forestry. Taken in the south east corner of the square where the lane just clips the corner.

John Lucas

Bridge to the forest

This bridge over Clegyrnant is for local estate use as it does not form part of a public footpath. It is not shown on current 1:50000 or 1:25000 maps.

John Lucas