Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland
The Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, part of the Welsh Government’s National Forest Programme, offers a space for reflection to remember those lost to COVID-19 while also creating a green space for all to enjoy.
Hafod Y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, Hafod Road, Wrexham, LL14 6HF
Car park
There is a car park located next to the woodland, parking is free of charge.
Family friendly
Cycle parking
Cycle parking is located at the entrance to the woodland.
Picnic area
Dogs allowed
Dogs are allowed on leads and dog bins are available in the car park.
Accessible route and/or map
The woodland path is fully accessible along its entire route.
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By road
From the A483- Take Junction 2 off the A483, heading towards Johnstown on the B5426. Turn right at the first junction onto Hafod Road. The car park will be on your left, approximately half a mile after the brickworks and industrial units. From Erddig- Exit the Erddig car park and follow the signs for the A483. Continue along the drive to the Plas Grono entrance gates. At the gates, turn left onto Hafod Road. Follow Hafod Road to the end, then turn left again. Continue on Hafod Road until you cross the bridge over the A483. At the junction, turn left. The car park will be approximately half a mile on your right.
Hafod Y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, Hafod Road, Wrexham, LL14 6HF
Highlights
Walks
Stroll along peaceful pathways bordered by growing saplings and enjoy the fresh air.
Reflection and remembrance
Pause at a peaceful bench or a quiet spot for reflection and remembrance.
Picnics
Find a peaceful place to sit and share a picnic among nature’s sights and sounds.
Wildlife and plant life
Explore different habitats, including woodlands, meadows and a pond, where you can see a rich variety of wildlife and plants.
Things to see and do
Exploring Hafod y Bwch
The Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, part of the Welsh Government’s National Forest Programme, offers a space for reflection to remember those lost to COVID-19 while also creating a green space for all to enjoy.
Upcoming events
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About Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland
The Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, part of the Welsh Government’s National Forest Programme, offers a space for reflection to remember those lost to COVID-19 while also creating a green space for all to enjoy. Spanning nine hectares on the southern edge of the Erddig estate, this safe and accessible woodland invites visitors to honour loved ones and connect with nature in a peaceful environment.
National forest for Wales
The commemorative woodland project forms part of the Welsh Government’s National Forest Programme. The National Forest comprises a network of publicly accessible woodlands under high quality management across Wales, to include both new and existing woodlands. Community engagement is at the forefront of the development of National Forest sites to help ensure the woodlands provide opportunities for recreation, education, and exercise and in this case, also a place for reflection to remember those lost to Covid-19. Two further commemorative woodlands have been created in partnership with the Welsh Government: Natural Resources Wales’ Brownhill in Carmarthenshire and Caerphilly County Borough Council’s Ynys Hywel.Latest news
Covid-19 memorial woodland opens on National Trust Cymru’s Erddig estate
National Trust Cymru has opened one of Wales’ new commemorative woodlands in North Wales. Hafod y Bwch Commemorative Woodland, located on the Erddig estate in Wrexham, is a living memorial to those who lost their lives to Covid-19 and acts as a symbol of Wales’ resilience during the pandemic.