Mynachdy
District of Cardiff, Wales
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Mynachdy (from Welsh 'monastery') is a district of the city of Cardiff, Wales.[1] Mynachdy is situated between Gabalfa, Birchgrove and Cathays. Mynachdy is often paired with neighbouring Gabalfa,[2] and shares its councillors. It is close to a few universities such as Cardiff University and the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, as well as student accommodation.
| Mynachdy | |
|---|---|
Semi-detached houses on Caerleon Road, Mynachdy | |
  Mynachdy Location within Cardiff | |
| Principal area | |
| Preserved county | |
| Country | Wales |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CARDIFF |
| Dialling code | +44-29 |
| Police | South Wales |
| Fire | South Wales |
| Ambulance | Welsh |
| UK Parliament | |
| Senedd Cymru – Welsh Parliament | |
Name
The word "mynachdy" comes from the Welsh words "mynach" (monk) and "tŷ" (house). This probably refers to Llys Talybont, a manor building in the modern area of Mynachdy that was owned by the monks of Llantarnam Abbey.[3]
Mynachdy Institute
The Mynachdy Institute is a community centre in Mynachdy. There have been many threats of closure, with plans to replace it with student flats.[4][5][6] However, after its initial closure, a successful community movement regained control of the Institute from Cardiff Council.[7]
Transport
The A470 North Road runs along Mynachdy's northeast side.
Mynachdy is bordered on its southwest side by a local railway line. There are plans under consideration to build the Gabalfa railway station on this line to serve Mynachdy and neighbouring Gabalfa.[8]
