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Bryn Mawr

Hill, Mountain in Montgomeryshire

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Bryn Mawr

Carreg Llwyd prehistoric stone row A single prehistoric stone row measuring 24.4m long, including at least 15 large, medium and small-sized stones. The row is orientated north to south. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/carreg-llwyd/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/carreg-llwyd/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Carreg Llwyd prehistoric stone row Credit: Sandy Gerrard

Bryn Mawr is a hill located in Montgomeryshire, Wales. It is part of the Cambrian Mountains range and stands at an elevation of approximately 1,700 feet above sea level. The hill is known for its stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including lush green valleys and rolling hills.

Bryn Mawr is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, offering a variety of walking trails and paths to explore. The hill is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature lovers.

The summit of Bryn Mawr is marked by a trig point, providing a point of reference for visitors and offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as Snowdonia National Park and the Brecon Beacons.

Overall, Bryn Mawr is a picturesque and tranquil spot in Montgomeryshire, offering visitors the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beauty of the Welsh countryside and enjoy a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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Bryn Mawr Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.533232/-3.584807 or Grid Reference SN9293. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Carreg Llwyd prehistoric stone row A single prehistoric stone row measuring 24.4m long, including at least 15 large, medium and small-sized stones. The row is orientated north to south. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/carreg-llwyd/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://stonerows.wordpress.com/gazetteer/region/mid-wales/carreg-llwyd/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Carreg Llwyd prehistoric stone row
A single prehistoric stone row measuring 24.4m long, including at least 15 large, medium and small-sized stones. The row is orientated north to south. LinkExternal link
Cairn, Esgair Draenllwyn On the edge of the Carno wind farm.
Cairn, Esgair Draenllwyn
On the edge of the Carno wind farm.
Bleak high moorland on the Waen This bridleway leads across wild moorland. Sheep and forest.
Bleak high moorland on the Waen
This bridleway leads across wild moorland. Sheep and forest.
Quarry and small lake in harvested woodland Possibly this lake is not natural as is lies at the bottom of a small quarry. At 400m above sea level, it was easier to quarry their own shale than bring it up from the main roads.
Quarry and small lake in harvested woodland
Possibly this lake is not natural as is lies at the bottom of a small quarry. At 400m above sea level, it was easier to quarry their own shale than bring it up from the main roads.
In the Glyntrefnant valley Cliff overlooking the forest road descending into Glyntrefnant.
In the Glyntrefnant valley
Cliff overlooking the forest road descending into Glyntrefnant.
Enter at your peril! Gateway into the forest above Glyntrefnant which is home to the Forest Experience Rally School <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
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Gateway into the forest above Glyntrefnant which is home to the Forest Experience Rally School LinkExternal link.
Forest road below Bryn Mawr The deeply incised valley of Glyntrefnant lies to the right.
Forest road below Bryn Mawr
The deeply incised valley of Glyntrefnant lies to the right.
Forest road at Gors Goch Severely truncated trees by the roadside.
Forest road at Gors Goch
Severely truncated trees by the roadside.
Bulldozers at Cors yr Hesg Bulldozers on a length of road linking the Carno Wind Farm <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> to the forest where the Forest Experience Rally School operates <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Bulldozers at Cors yr Hesg
Bulldozers on a length of road linking the Carno Wind Farm LinkExternal link to the forest where the Forest Experience Rally School operates LinkExternal link.
Forestry on Mawnog Bryn-glas Contrary to what is shown on the Landranger map, the forest in the foreground has been clear-felled, whilst a new plantation has been established on the crest of the hill.
Forestry on Mawnog Bryn-glas
Contrary to what is shown on the Landranger map, the forest in the foreground has been clear-felled, whilst a new plantation has been established on the crest of the hill.
Pass at your peril! The notice on the gate reads "Danger. Road in use for motor rally purpose". The roads in the forest beyond are used by the Forest Experience Rally School <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Pass at your peril!
The notice on the gate reads "Danger. Road in use for motor rally purpose". The roads in the forest beyond are used by the Forest Experience Rally School LinkExternal link.
Clear-felled forest on the road to Gors Goch
Clear-felled forest on the road to Gors Goch
Sheep, moorland and wind farm Looking across the Waen to Carno Wind Farm <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SN9294">SN9294</a> and beyond. Carno Wind Farm, opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On this occasion, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power.
Sheep, moorland and wind farm
Looking across the Waen to Carno Wind Farm SN9294 and beyond. Carno Wind Farm, opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On this occasion, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power.
Moorland and forest The road to the left runs from the main area of Carno Wind Farm <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> to the outlying cluster of turbines on Esgair Draenllwyn. The Forest beyond is owned privately and is home to the Forest Experience Rally School <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.forestrally.co.uk/index.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.
Moorland and forest
The road to the left runs from the main area of Carno Wind Farm LinkExternal link to the outlying cluster of turbines on Esgair Draenllwyn. The Forest beyond is owned privately and is home to the Forest Experience Rally School LinkExternal link.
Carno Wind Farm Carno Wind Farm, <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On the two occasions when I visited the site, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power.
Carno Wind Farm
Carno Wind Farm, LinkExternal link opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On the two occasions when I visited the site, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power.
Carno Wind Farm Carno Wind Farm, <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cat.org.uk/grew/project.tmpl?command=search&db=grew.db&eqSKUdatarq=16&dir=grew">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On the two occasions when I visited the site, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power. The road making plant in the foreground is just some of the machinery required to build and maintain roads round the site.
Carno Wind Farm
Carno Wind Farm, LinkExternal link opened 1996, was at the time of its completion the largest wind farm in Europe with 56 turbines installed with a total capacity of over 33 Megawatts. The towers, each over 30 metres high dominate the landscape for miles around. Opinions about wind farms are varied, with strongly opposed views about their value and desirability. On the two occasions when I visited the site, not one of the 56 turbines was turning, despite a moderate breeze. There may have been good technical reasons for this, but it does not make for good publicity for wind power. The road making plant in the foreground is just some of the machinery required to build and maintain roads round the site.
Carno Wind Farm The Carno Wind Farm viewed from Esgair Draenllwyn.
Carno Wind Farm
The Carno Wind Farm viewed from Esgair Draenllwyn.
Blaencerniog and Bryn y Gadair View across open rough grazing of Blaencerniog and Bryn y Gadair to the south of Carno.
Blaencerniog and Bryn y Gadair
View across open rough grazing of Blaencerniog and Bryn y Gadair to the south of Carno.
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Bryn Mawr is located at Grid Ref: SN9293 (Lat: 52.533232, Lng: -3.584807)

Unitary Authority: Powys

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