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Pen-y-fan Pond

Pen-y-fan Pond — reservoir in South Wales.

Pen-y-fan Pond, reservoirs & lochs in South Wales

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
1 h–2.5 h
Nearest railway station
Llanhilleth · 2.1 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Pen-y-fan Pond is a reservoir in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: scheduled monument. Managed by Caerphilly County Borough Council. Wikidata describes it as: "reservoir in South Wales". Coordinates: 51.6978°, -3.1640°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Pen-y-fan Pond is a man-made reservoir in South Wales built around 1794-6 as part of the engineering works for the Crumlin Arm of the Monmouthshire Canal. The reservoir was used to maintain the water level in the canal. The reservoir is formed by a large earth dam with stone facings, forming banks on three sides of a gentle slope. The outlet to the canal feeder forms a stone-lined, oval tunnel and a valve chamber is set into the bank above. Pen Y Fan Pond Country Park features the reservoir, and provides a circular walk around the lake, and minimal facilities for visitors. The site has a car park, and is popular destination for families and fishermen. Fisherman may purchase day tickets from the Islwyn & District Angling club's website: http://www.islwynanglers.com

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Coordinates
51.6978, -3.1640
District
Caerphilly
Parish
Crumlin
Postcode
NP11 3EJ
Parliamentary constituency
Newport West and Islwyn
Nearest railway station
Llanhilleth2.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pen-y-fan Pond?
Pen-y-fan Pond is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP11 3EJ), in the parish of Crumlin.
Who runs Pen-y-fan Pond?
Pen-y-fan Pond is operated by Caerphilly County Borough Council.
Is Pen-y-fan Pond a listed building?
Pen-y-fan Pond is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
How do I get to Pen-y-fan Pond?
The nearest railway station is Llanhilleth, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP11 3EJ.