Bryn-y-tail

Hill, Mountain in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Bryn-y-tail

Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog
Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog Credit: Dave Kelly

Bryn-y-tail is a hill located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. It is part of the Cambrian Mountains range and stands at an elevation of approximately 1,800 feet above sea level. The hill offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including lush green valleys, rolling hills, and quaint villages.

Bryn-y-tail is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with several walking trails leading to the summit. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, red deer, and rare plant species.

The landscape of Bryn-y-tail is characterized by rugged terrain, rocky outcrops, and heather-covered slopes. The hill is rich in geological features, with evidence of ancient volcanic activity visible in the form of lava flows and basalt columns.

Visitors to Bryn-y-tail can enjoy a peaceful and secluded escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, immersing themselves in the natural beauty of the Welsh countryside. Whether taking a leisurely stroll or embarking on a more challenging hike, Bryn-y-tail offers a memorable outdoor experience for all who venture to its slopes.

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Bryn-y-tail Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.474416/-3.5960173 or Grid Reference SN9187. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog
Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog
Glyndwr's Way by the B4518
Glyndwr's Way by the B4518
Glyndwr's Way near to the B4518 This section of the path has been re-routed to a field parallel to the road.
Glyndwr's Way near to the B4518
This section of the path has been re-routed to a field parallel to the road.
Glyndwr's Way near Bryntail Mine
Glyndwr's Way near Bryntail Mine
Glyndwr's Way near Bryntail Mine Another road section for the path.
Glyndwr's Way near Bryntail Mine
Another road section for the path.
Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog
Glyndwr's Way by Llyn Clywedog
Ger Bidffald/ Nead Bidffald Cerddwyr yn dilyn Llwybr Glyndwr ar hyd y B4518.

Walkers following Glyndwr's Way along the B4518.
Ger Bidffald/ Nead Bidffald
Cerddwyr yn dilyn Llwybr Glyndwr ar hyd y B4518. Walkers following Glyndwr's Way along the B4518.
Heol Ffarm Bryntail Road Cerddwyr yn dilyn Llwybr Glyndwr ar heol sy'n arwain at Ffarm Bryntail.

Walkers following Glyndwr's Way along the access road to Bryntail Farm (trans. dung hill).
Heol Ffarm Bryntail Road
Cerddwyr yn dilyn Llwybr Glyndwr ar heol sy'n arwain at Ffarm Bryntail. Walkers following Glyndwr's Way along the access road to Bryntail Farm (trans. dung hill).
Bryn Tail Gat fach ar Lwybr Glyndwr uwchlaw Ffarm Bryn Tail.

A small gate on the Glyndwr's Way above Bryntail Farm (trans. dung hill).
Bryn Tail
Gat fach ar Lwybr Glyndwr uwchlaw Ffarm Bryn Tail. A small gate on the Glyndwr's Way above Bryntail Farm (trans. dung hill).
Ger Cron Clywedog / Near Clywedog Dam Cerddwyr yn dringo tyle ger Cron Clywedog.

Walkers ascending a hill near the Clywedog Dam.
Ger Cron Clywedog / Near Clywedog Dam
Cerddwyr yn dringo tyle ger Cron Clywedog. Walkers ascending a hill near the Clywedog Dam.
Clywedog Cerddwyr yn dringo tyle serth. Yn y pellter mae Cronfa Ddwr Clywedog.

Walkers ascending a steep hill. Clywedog Reservoir is the body of water in the distance.
Clywedog
Cerddwyr yn dringo tyle serth. Yn y pellter mae Cronfa Ddwr Clywedog. Walkers ascending a steep hill. Clywedog Reservoir is the body of water in the distance.
Tuag at Gwm Deildre / Towards Cwm Deildre Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl tuag at Ffarm Cwm Deildre.

Walkers following a bridleway towards Cwm Deildre Farm.
Tuag at Gwm Deildre / Towards Cwm Deildre
Cerddwyr yn dilyn llwybr ceffyl tuag at Ffarm Cwm Deildre. Walkers following a bridleway towards Cwm Deildre Farm.
Lower Tyn y Fron Isaf Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i'r mynediad i Dyn y Fron Isaf.

Walkers passing the entrance to Lower Tyn y Fron (trans. hillside homestead).
Lower Tyn y Fron Isaf
Cerddwyr yn mynd heibio i'r mynediad i Dyn y Fron Isaf. Walkers passing the entrance to Lower Tyn y Fron (trans. hillside homestead).
Path down to Afon Clywedog and Bryntail Mine Part of Glyndwr's Way.
Path down to Afon Clywedog and Bryntail Mine
Part of Glyndwr's Way.
Afon Clywedog at Bryntail Mine Looking upstream, towards Clywedog Dam.
Afon Clywedog at Bryntail Mine
Looking upstream, towards Clywedog Dam.
Glyndwr's Way passing through Bryntail Mine The mine buildings date from the mid 1800s. The dam was built in the 1960s.
Glyndwr's Way passing through Bryntail Mine
The mine buildings date from the mid 1800s. The dam was built in the 1960s.
Ruined cottage, Bryntail Mine Lead was processed here in the early and mid 1800s, and from 1869 'white lead' or barytes [used in paint]. After struggling for many years the business collapsed in 1884.
Ruined cottage, Bryntail Mine
Lead was processed here in the early and mid 1800s, and from 1869 'white lead' or barytes [used in paint]. After struggling for many years the business collapsed in 1884.
Ruined upper dressing building, Bryntail Mine Lead was processed here in the early and mid 1800s, and from 1869 'white lead' or barytes [used in paint]. After struggling for many years the business collapsed in 1884.
Ruined upper dressing building, Bryntail Mine
Lead was processed here in the early and mid 1800s, and from 1869 'white lead' or barytes [used in paint]. After struggling for many years the business collapsed in 1884.
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Bryn-y-tail is located at Grid Ref: SN9187 (Lat: 52.474416, Lng: -3.5960173)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 52.474416,-3.5960173
Bryn Y Tail
Ele: 403
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 52.4742959/-3.5962612
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