Birchgrove () is a district of the city of Cardiff stretching between Llanishen and the Gabalfa interchange, along the A469 Caerphilly road.

It centres on a crossroads dominated by the Birchgrove pub which also lies between Heath and Whitchurch. Heath Park and University Hospital of Wales adjoin.

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It differentiates from the ward of Heath in which it lies, by being a busy, hustle and bustle type of area, with rows of small shops and eateries and for the most part being dominated by terraced housing.

There is a school in the area called Birchgrove Primary School. There are approximately 420 children attending that school. Opposite the school is a post office.

The area is served by Birchgrove railway station on the Coryton Line, and by the Capital City Green bus service.

Notable people

  • Colin Jackson (1967-) Former hurdler and presenter, grew up on Cromwell Road in Birchgrove, attending Birchgrove Primary School.
  • Geraint Thomas, Winner of the Tour de France 2018. Grew up on Coronation Road in Birchgrove.

References

  • www.geograph.co.uk : photos of Birchgrove and surrounding area