Bryn Llwyd

Hill, Mountain in Cardiganshire

Wales

Bryn Llwyd

Approaching the summit cairn of Y Garn 2244' / 684m Credit: John H Darch

Bryn Llwyd is a prominent hill/mountain located in the county of Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated in the western part of the country, it forms part of the Cambrian Mountains range. The hill/mountain is situated near the village of Pontrhydfendigaid and stands at an elevation of approximately 634 meters (2,080 feet) above sea level.

Bryn Llwyd offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, with its slopes covered in lush green vegetation during the summer months. The hill/mountain is characterized by its rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers, mountaineers, and nature enthusiasts alike.

The summit of Bryn Llwyd provides panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including nearby valleys, rivers, and other peaks within the Cambrian Mountains. On clear days, it is even possible to catch glimpses of the Cardigan Bay coastline in the distance.

The hill/mountain is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with several rare species that have adapted to the challenging mountain environment. Visitors may encounter various bird species, such as the red kite and peregrine falcon, as well as small mammals like mountain hares and stoats.

Bryn Llwyd is easily accessible, with designated footpaths and trails leading to its summit. Visitors are advised to come prepared with appropriate hiking gear and follow safety guidelines, as weather conditions in the area can change rapidly. The hill/mountain offers a rewarding experience for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to explore the natural beauty of Cardiganshire.

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Bryn Llwyd Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.438433/-3.8166308 or Grid Reference SN7683. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Approaching the summit cairn of Y Garn 2244' / 684m

John H Darch

Across the hillside towards Nant y Moch

Alan Hughes

Much water in the Hirnant

Nigel Brown

Y Garn viewed from Plynlimon

Y Garn = 684 metres, Plynlimon = 752 metres.

John Lucas

Grazing by the Hirnant

Improved grazing being enjoyed by a number of sheep. In the background, Disgwylfa Fawr rises up, with the vegetation showing an autumn feel.

Nigel Brown

Looking down on Aber-Peithnant farm

The small farmhouse, close to the Afon Rheidol, is almost lost in the landscape. Disgwylfa Fawr rises up behind; the bridleway ascending across its slopes is an ancient route linking the Wye valley with the lower Rheidol valley.

Nigel Brown

View towards Nant-y-moch dam

Taken on a mild but very dull day in early Spring.

Nigel Brown

Spring light on Y Garn

Soft lighting with clouds and a trace of sun on the western slopes of the mountain.

Nigel Brown

Upper Rheidol valley

A view over the valley from north of Hirnant. The tree clad hill in the distance is Bryn Gwyn.

Gordon Hatton

Old fields near Hirnant

With Disgwylfa Fawr rising in the background.

Nigel Brown

Y Garn seen from Bryn y Beddau

Looking across the dense tussocks of Bryn yr Hydd to the hill.

Nigel Brown

By Bryn Llwyd

Approaching the Ponterwyd road on the descent from Plynlimon.

John Lucas

Road and moorland, Ffosydd Gleision

Looking N along hill road and moorland to forestry plantation.

Nigel Callaghan

Stream, Afon Rheidol

Stream below Lle'r-neuaddau Farm that runs down 500m to join the Rheidol.

Nigel Callaghan

Forestry, Cwm Rheidol

Small plantation by the Rheidol river - the small building beyond is some form of pumping station.

Nigel Callaghan

Hill track above Aber Peithnant

Looking over the Rheidol to Pumlumon Fawr from a farm track.

Richard Webb

Stream By Dyall Faen Forestry

The photograph was taken at a location to the far east of the grid square. This is one of the paths leading to Plynlimon summit. Officially a bridleway, it follows the Ceunant Du stream and eventually crosses into the forestry area where the going becomes particularly hard and would be very difficult in wet conditions. The electricity transmission lines carry power from a nearby, recently constructed wind farm.

John Lucas

Cleared Forestry In Dyll Faen

A swathe of trees has been cleared through the forestry area to provide a route for electricity transmission lines which carry power from a recently constructed nearby windfarm.

John Lucas

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Bryn Llwyd is located at Grid Ref: SN7683 (Lat: 52.438433, Lng: -3.8166308)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys