Llangurig

Community in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Llangurig

Farm Bailey Bridge over River Wye The farmer depended on this unknown bridge.
Farm Bailey Bridge over River Wye Credit: pablo haworth

Llangurig is a small community located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. It is situated on the River Wye and is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The village itself is quaint and charming, with traditional stone buildings and a historic church dating back to the 13th century.

Llangurig has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement in the area dating back to the Bronze Age. The village was an important stopping point on the drovers' route, where cattle and sheep were driven to markets in England.

Today, Llangurig is a peaceful and picturesque village, with a small population of around 400 residents. The community is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit. There are a few amenities in the village, including a pub, post office, and a primary school.

Overall, Llangurig is a charming and historic village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Llangurig Images

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Farm Bailey Bridge over River Wye The farmer depended on this unknown bridge.
Farm Bailey Bridge over River Wye
The farmer depended on this unknown bridge.
Eastbound A44, Penlon The A44 is a major road in the United Kingdom that runs for 155 miles from Oxford in southern England to Aberystwyth in west Wales.
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Eastbound A44, Penlon
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Layby on Eastbound A44 near Tynllechwedd The A44 is a major road in the United Kingdom that runs for 155 miles from Oxford in southern England to Aberystwyth in west Wales.
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Layby on Eastbound A44 near Tynllechwedd
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Telephone Kiosk next to the A44, Tynllechwedd The A44 is a major road in the United Kingdom that runs for 155 miles from Oxford in southern England to Aberystwyth in west Wales.
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Telephone Kiosk next to the A44, Tynllechwedd
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Old Milestone by the A44, Dyffryn Gwy/Wye Valley By the A44, in parish of Llangurig (Powys District), West of Plas Bull, Dyffryn Gwy/Wye Valley, on verge.

Inscription is unclear but it seems to have pointing hands, and Old-maps records the mileages:- : LLANIDLOES / 7 / ABERYSTWYTH / 22½ : 

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MOT_LIAY07.
Old Milestone by the A44, Dyffryn Gwy/Wye Valley
By the A44, in parish of Llangurig (Powys District), West of Plas Bull, Dyffryn Gwy/Wye Valley, on verge. Inscription is unclear but it seems to have pointing hands, and Old-maps records the mileages:- : LLANIDLOES / 7 / ABERYSTWYTH / 22½ : Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_LIAY07.
This way to Hafren A right of way leading to the Hafren Forest through Cwm Bidno. Although the gate is chained shut, there is pedestrian access through a gate out of view on the right.
This way to Hafren
A right of way leading to the Hafren Forest through Cwm Bidno. Although the gate is chained shut, there is pedestrian access through a gate out of view on the right.
A44 lay-by  Near Llangurig.
A44 lay-by
Near Llangurig.
Afon Gwy beside the A44 At Aber-bidno, the point of confluence between the Gwy and  the Bidno.
Afon Gwy beside the A44
At Aber-bidno, the point of confluence between the Gwy and the Bidno.
Right of way through Cwm Bidno Leading into the Hafren Forest.
Right of way through Cwm Bidno
Leading into the Hafren Forest.
Wye valley west of Llangurig The Wye valley viewed from a layby on the A44 to the west of Llangurig.
Wye valley west of Llangurig
The Wye valley viewed from a layby on the A44 to the west of Llangurig.
Looking towards Esgair Llwyn-gwyn
Looking towards Esgair Llwyn-gwyn
Grassland near Troed-yr-esgair
Grassland near Troed-yr-esgair
Nant Hirnant at Troed-yr-esgair Troed-yr-esgair means 'foot of the ridge'.
Nant Hirnant at Troed-yr-esgair
Troed-yr-esgair means 'foot of the ridge'.
The country west of Llangurig
The country west of Llangurig
Lane with Wye valley view Above Troed-yr-Esgair.
Lane with Wye valley view
Above Troed-yr-Esgair.
Forestry road on Esgair Ychion
Forestry road on Esgair Ychion
Forestry road on Esgair Ychion
Forestry road on Esgair Ychion
Forestry Road on Esgair Ychion
Forestry Road on Esgair Ychion
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Llangurig is located at Grid Ref: SN8881 (Lat: 52.421394, Lng: -3.64478)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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