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Carn Brydain-uchaf

Hill, Mountain in Cardiganshire

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Carn Brydain-uchaf

Boundary marker stone and small cairn Above Hafren Forest.
Boundary marker stone and small cairn Credit: John Lucas

Carn Brydain-uchaf, located in Cardiganshire, Wales, is a prominent hill and mountain that stands at an elevation of approximately 485 meters (1,591 feet). This majestic natural landmark is situated in the southern part of the Cambrian Mountains, offering breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere to all who visit.

The hill is known for its distinctive peak, adorned with lush greenery and scattered with rocks, which adds to its picturesque appeal. The slopes of Carn Brydain-uchaf are covered in heather, grasses, and various types of wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful landscape during the warmer months. The hillside is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and insects, making it a popular spot for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

Carn Brydain-uchaf offers a variety of walking and hiking trails, catering to both experienced hikers and casual walkers. These trails wind through the hill, allowing visitors to explore its natural beauty while enjoying the tranquility of the surroundings. At the summit, on a clear day, one can admire breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the rolling hills, valleys, and nearby lakes.

For those seeking adventure, Carn Brydain-uchaf is a fantastic destination for rock climbing and bouldering. Its rugged terrain and challenging rock formations attract climbers from far and wide, providing an exhilarating experience for thrill-seekers.

Overall, Carn Brydain-uchaf stands as an impressive natural feature in Cardiganshire, offering a haven of tranquility, stunning views, and exciting outdoor activities for all who venture to its slopes.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 52.498645/-3.7303809 or Grid Reference SN8290. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Boundary marker stone and small cairn Above Hafren Forest.
Boundary marker stone and small cairn
Above Hafren Forest.
Carreg derfyn a charn fach / A boundary stone and small cairn Carreg derfyn a charn fach yn dynodi ffin Ceredigion a Phowys. Y fan yn y pellter yw Pumlumon Arwystli. A boundary stone and small cairn denoting the boundary between Ceredigion and Powys. The peak in the distance is Pumlumon Arwystli.
Carreg derfyn a charn fach / A boundary stone and small cairn
Carreg derfyn a charn fach yn dynodi ffin Ceredigion a Phowys. Y fan yn y pellter yw Pumlumon Arwystli. A boundary stone and small cairn denoting the boundary between Ceredigion and Powys. The peak in the distance is Pumlumon Arwystli.
Hafren Forest Viewed from the slopes of Pen Pumlumon Arwystli.
Hafren Forest
Viewed from the slopes of Pen Pumlumon Arwystli.
On Bryn Cras
On Bryn Cras
Pombren ar Ffordd Hafren / A footbridge on the Severn Way Pompren fach ar Ffordd Hafren. A small footbridge on the Severn Way.
Pombren ar Ffordd Hafren / A footbridge on the Severn Way
Pompren fach ar Ffordd Hafren. A small footbridge on the Severn Way.
Ffordd Hafren / The Severn Way Cerddwyr yn dilyn Ffordd Hafren. Walkers following the Severn Way.
Ffordd Hafren / The Severn Way
Cerddwyr yn dilyn Ffordd Hafren. Walkers following the Severn Way.
Llwybr Hafren / The Severn Way Llwybr Hafren yn mynd tuag at y blanhigfa goniferaidd, y mae llawer ohoni yn y pellter wedi'i dymchwel. The Severn Way heading towards the conifer Plantation, much of it in the distance has been felled.
Llwybr Hafren / The Severn Way
Llwybr Hafren yn mynd tuag at y blanhigfa goniferaidd, y mae llawer ohoni yn y pellter wedi'i dymchwel. The Severn Way heading towards the conifer Plantation, much of it in the distance has been felled.
Blaen Hafren / Source of the Severn River Yn y pellter mae postyn yn nodi'n fras lleoliad blaen Hafren. The post in the distance marks the approximate location of the source of the Severn River.
Blaen Hafren / Source of the Severn River
Yn y pellter mae postyn yn nodi'n fras lleoliad blaen Hafren. The post in the distance marks the approximate location of the source of the Severn River.
Llwybr ger Blaen Hafren / Path near source of the Severn Llwybr yn dilyn ffens ger Blaen Hafren. A path following a fence near the source of the Severn.
Llwybr ger Blaen Hafren / Path near source of the Severn
Llwybr yn dilyn ffens ger Blaen Hafren. A path following a fence near the source of the Severn.
Llyn dienw ar Fryn Cras / Unnamed lake on Bryn Cras Llyn dienw ar Fryn Cras. Ar y llyn y mae dau wydd Canadaidd. An unnamed lake on Bryn Cras (trans. scorched hill). On the lake are two Canadian geese.
Llyn dienw ar Fryn Cras / Unnamed lake on Bryn Cras
Llyn dienw ar Fryn Cras. Ar y llyn y mae dau wydd Canadaidd. An unnamed lake on Bryn Cras (trans. scorched hill). On the lake are two Canadian geese.
Dringo Pumlumon Arwystli / Ascending Pumlumon Arwystli Cerddwyr yn dringo Pumlumon Arwystli. Walkers ascending Pumlumon Arwystli.
Dringo Pumlumon Arwystli / Ascending Pumlumon Arwystli
Cerddwyr yn dringo Pumlumon Arwystli. Walkers ascending Pumlumon Arwystli.
Stone marker on the county boundary The WWW refers to Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn, a Baronet and major landowner in Victorian Wales who had this and presemably many other boundary markers erected in 1865 along the boundary of his vast estates. Some great old graffiti too.
Stone marker on the county boundary
The WWW refers to Sir Watkin Williams-Wynn, a Baronet and major landowner in Victorian Wales who had this and presemably many other boundary markers erected in 1865 along the boundary of his vast estates. Some great old graffiti too.
Looking towards Foel Uchaf The footpath here (such as it is) is well above the valley floor because of the boggy ground that is found beside the river. Even at this height, wet feet and 'that sinking feeling' are a hazard for the unwary!
Looking towards Foel Uchaf
The footpath here (such as it is) is well above the valley floor because of the boggy ground that is found beside the river. Even at this height, wet feet and 'that sinking feeling' are a hazard for the unwary!
Where does the path go? The map has the right of way passing over the top of this hill (which seems to have escaped being named). In practice, most people appear to skirt the base of the hill to the right to join the water board track which ends at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SN81899162">SN81899162</a>. My thanks to David Williams for the following tale: The path goes from Dylife to Cardiganshire! My father, William David Williams, took this very path with a farm-horse named "Bess", starting before dawn on 25th December 1938 from Gwartew, Staylittle and arrived at Llawrcwm-bach in the upper valley of the River Leri at lunchtime. He had lunch with his sister Margaretta Evans, her husband and family. He then started his return journey to Staylittle with his nephew, Gareth Evans (now a retired pensioner living at Swn-y-Ffrwd, Bontgoch) sitting on horseback. They passed the farmers at Nant-y-moch feeding some sheep with hay and by the time they reached the Pumlimon water-shed, it was dark. My father had to dismount and check that they were on the correct side of a cairn of stones (to avoid taking them between some water-filled peat trenches). Half an hour later the moon had risen and they arrived home safely in Gwartew, to be greeted by my mother the same day! A wonderful, true account of life in Wales, bringing Christmas Greetings to a little boy! Afternote: Gwartew is at grid ref <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SN89899194">SN89899194</a> and Llawrcwm-bach is at grid ref <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SN70818538">SN70818538</a>
Where does the path go?
The map has the right of way passing over the top of this hill (which seems to have escaped being named). In practice, most people appear to skirt the base of the hill to the right to join the water board track which ends at SN81899162. My thanks to David Williams for the following tale: The path goes from Dylife to Cardiganshire! My father, William David Williams, took this very path with a farm-horse named "Bess", starting before dawn on 25th December 1938 from Gwartew, Staylittle and arrived at Llawrcwm-bach in the upper valley of the River Leri at lunchtime. He had lunch with his sister Margaretta Evans, her husband and family. He then started his return journey to Staylittle with his nephew, Gareth Evans (now a retired pensioner living at Swn-y-Ffrwd, Bontgoch) sitting on horseback. They passed the farmers at Nant-y-moch feeding some sheep with hay and by the time they reached the Pumlimon water-shed, it was dark. My father had to dismount and check that they were on the correct side of a cairn of stones (to avoid taking them between some water-filled peat trenches). Half an hour later the moon had risen and they arrived home safely in Gwartew, to be greeted by my mother the same day! A wonderful, true account of life in Wales, bringing Christmas Greetings to a little boy! Afternote: Gwartew is at grid ref SN89899194 and Llawrcwm-bach is at grid ref SN70818538
End of the water board track in the upper Hengwm Valley
End of the water board track in the upper Hengwm Valley
The southern extent of Bugeilyn The forestry on the hill in the distance sits on the northern face of Cefn Llwyd at Bryn yr wyn.
The southern extent of Bugeilyn
The forestry on the hill in the distance sits on the northern face of Cefn Llwyd at Bryn yr wyn.
The summit of Carn Fawr My GPS is on the nearby pillar because I contribute to a database which records positions at known 'highest points'. I did know where I was!
The summit of Carn Fawr
My GPS is on the nearby pillar because I contribute to a database which records positions at known 'highest points'. I did know where I was!
Near the source of the River Severn Looking towards Carnfachbugeilyn. A landscape of boggy peathags.
Near the source of the River Severn
Looking towards Carnfachbugeilyn. A landscape of boggy peathags.
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Carn Brydain-uchaf is located at Grid Ref: SN8290 (Lat: 52.498645, Lng: -3.7303809)

Unitary Authority: Ceredigion

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///blatantly.prawn.leaps. Near Staylittle, Powys

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Historic: boundary_stone
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