Ponthenry, Llanelli, SA15 5PL

Ponthenry is a locality within Llanelli in the county of Carmarthenshire, Wales. The area gained a railway link with the opening of Ponthenry railway station in 1909, which was part of the Burry Port and Gwendraeth Valley Railway network. The station provided a basic stop for the inhabitants of the Pont‑henri area and the surrounding hinterland, facilitating travel and transport of goods between 1909 and 1953. Though the station closed in 1953, its existence highlights the community’s historical connection to regional rail infrastructure. Today, Ponthenry remains a small settlement whose character is shaped by its rural setting and the legacy of its former railway service. The locality’s postal district is SA 15, situating it within the broader Llanelli area of Wales.