Banc Blaenegnant

Hill, Mountain in Cardiganshire

Wales

Banc Blaenegnant

Looking towards the Teifi pools
Looking towards the Teifi pools Credit: David Medcalf

Banc Blaenegnant is a prominent hill located in the county of Cardiganshire, Wales. Situated in the western part of the county, it forms part of the Cambrian Mountains range and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Rising to an elevation of approximately 450 meters (1,480 feet), Banc Blaenegnant is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is characterized by its rolling, grassy slopes and rocky outcrops, which add to its natural beauty. The area is rich in biodiversity, with a variety of flora and fauna inhabiting the hillside. Visitors may encounter species such as red kites, buzzards, and peregrine falcons soaring through the skies above.

Banc Blaenegnant is easily accessible from nearby towns and villages, with several footpaths leading to its summit. The most popular route starts from the village of Pontrhydfendigaid, where walkers can follow a well-marked trail that gradually ascends the hill. Along the way, they will pass through picturesque countryside, crossing streams and meandering through woodlands.

Reaching the top of Banc Blaenegnant rewards visitors with awe-inspiring panoramic views of the surrounding Cardiganshire countryside. On a clear day, one can see the rugged mountains of Snowdonia National Park to the north and the beautiful coastline of Cardigan Bay to the west.

Overall, Banc Blaenegnant offers a fantastic opportunity to immerse oneself in the natural beauty of Cardiganshire, providing a memorable experience for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike.

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Banc Blaenegnant Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.282134/-3.7778742 or Grid Reference SN7866. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Looking towards the Teifi pools
Looking towards the Teifi pools
Looking towards Llyn Teifi
Looking towards Llyn Teifi
Looking down on Llyn Teifi
Looking down on Llyn Teifi
A vast expanse of nothing There is a marker post near the centre of the shot - maybe for a pipeline?
A vast expanse of nothing
There is a marker post near the centre of the shot - maybe for a pipeline?
The road across the moors
The road across the moors
The moorland of Groes Fan
The moorland of Groes Fan
The tarmac has finished Up to this point the road across the moor was metalled.
The tarmac has finished
Up to this point the road across the moor was metalled.
Moorland below Groes Fan
Moorland below Groes Fan
View south over a rain-swept Llyn Teifi
View south over a rain-swept Llyn Teifi
Winding road Seen making its way across rainy, windswept moors of the western Elenydd, on an otherwise mild January day.
Winding road
Seen making its way across rainy, windswept moors of the western Elenydd, on an otherwise mild January day.
The northern end of Llyn Teifi With the aptly named Dibyn Du (Black Edge), barely visible in the squalls of rain blowing over the moors, forming the horizon.
The northern end of Llyn Teifi
With the aptly named Dibyn Du (Black Edge), barely visible in the squalls of rain blowing over the moors, forming the horizon.
Looking down Llyn Hir One of the smaller Teifi Pools.
Looking down Llyn Hir
One of the smaller Teifi Pools.
Llyn Teifi
Llyn Teifi
Sunlight on Llyn Pond Gwaith On a very mixed day, with sun, clouds, hail and high winds.
Sunlight on Llyn Pond Gwaith
On a very mixed day, with sun, clouds, hail and high winds.
View over Llyn Teifi from the north In the distance, a pool of sunlight lights up part of Dibyn Du.
View over Llyn Teifi from the north
In the distance, a pool of sunlight lights up part of Dibyn Du.
The northern end of Llyn Teifi With Dibyn Du in sunlight in the distance.
The northern end of Llyn Teifi
With Dibyn Du in sunlight in the distance.
An accurate weather forecast The forecast was for clouds and sunny patches, with hail arriving mid-afternoon driven by strong winds. The hail arrived on time, with Groes Fan seen here plastered by the first, heavy, shower. The wind is blowing from right to left.
An accurate weather forecast
The forecast was for clouds and sunny patches, with hail arriving mid-afternoon driven by strong winds. The hail arrived on time, with Groes Fan seen here plastered by the first, heavy, shower. The wind is blowing from right to left.
The Teifi Pools road, after hail Most of the hail has been driven to the right hand side of the road by the wind. The track to Llyn Hir can be seen on the left.
The Teifi Pools road, after hail
Most of the hail has been driven to the right hand side of the road by the wind. The track to Llyn Hir can be seen on the left.
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Banc Blaenegnant is located at Grid Ref: SN7866 (Lat: 52.282134, Lng: -3.7778742)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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