Glascoed, Pontypool, NP4 0TY

Glascoed is a village in Monmouthshire, south east Wales. It lies 3 miles (4.8 km) east of Pontypool and 3 miles (4.8 km) west of Usk, placing it within easy reach of both towns while retaining a rural character. The village was served by Glascoed Halt railway station, a request stop on the former Coleford, Monmouth, Usk and Pontypool Railway that opened in 1927. The station’s presence reflects the area’s historical connection to regional transport links, though it no longer operates. Residents in Glascoed benefit from the village’s quiet setting and proximity to larger neighbouring communities. The postal district NP 4 associates the locality with the broader Pontypool area, offering a sense of community identity within Monmouthshire.