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Bryn Ceinon

Hill, Mountain in Brecknockshire

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Bryn Ceinon

Slaty outcrop Rock outcrop is rare in this area, where the glacially-moulded landscape has rounded features. Harder beds tend to stick out, and there are local outcrops of sandstone nearby in what is otherwise a rather dull, slaty mudstone. The rocks belong to the Yr Allt Formation, of Ordovician, Asgill age. Dense bracken cloaks the steep valley sides, but has been taken in hand on the rolling, upland grazing. For a view towards this location, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5563324">SN9558 : Cwm Chwefru</a>.
Slaty outcrop Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Bryn Ceinon is a prominent hill located in the county of Brecknockshire, Wales. It is situated in the southern part of the county, near the village of Talybont-on-Usk. With an elevation of approximately 488 meters (1,601 feet), it is classified as a hill rather than a mountain.

Bryn Ceinon offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the Usk Valley and the Brecon Beacons National Park. Its location within the national park makes it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts.

The hill is covered with a diverse range of vegetation, including grasses, heather, and scattered patches of woodland. This varied landscape provides a habitat for several species of birds, mammals, and insects, making it an ideal spot for wildlife observation.

There are several walking trails and footpaths that crisscross Bryn Ceinon, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. One of the most popular routes is the Talybont Reservoir circular walk, which passes by the hill and offers stunning views of the water and surrounding hills.

Bryn Ceinon also holds historical significance, as it is believed to have been an ancient burial ground. Excavations conducted in the area have uncovered traces of burial mounds and other archaeological remains, providing insights into the region's past.

Overall, Bryn Ceinon is a picturesque and culturally significant hill in Brecknockshire, offering visitors an opportunity to immerse themselves in the natural beauty and rich history of the area.

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Bryn Ceinon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.217156/-3.5356444 or Grid Reference SN9558. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Slaty outcrop Rock outcrop is rare in this area, where the glacially-moulded landscape has rounded features. Harder beds tend to stick out, and there are local outcrops of sandstone nearby in what is otherwise a rather dull, slaty mudstone. The rocks belong to the Yr Allt Formation, of Ordovician, Asgill age. Dense bracken cloaks the steep valley sides, but has been taken in hand on the rolling, upland grazing. For a view towards this location, see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5563324">SN9558 : Cwm Chwefru</a>.
Slaty outcrop
Rock outcrop is rare in this area, where the glacially-moulded landscape has rounded features. Harder beds tend to stick out, and there are local outcrops of sandstone nearby in what is otherwise a rather dull, slaty mudstone. The rocks belong to the Yr Allt Formation, of Ordovician, Asgill age. Dense bracken cloaks the steep valley sides, but has been taken in hand on the rolling, upland grazing. For a view towards this location, see SN9558 : Cwm Chwefru.
Roadside quarry Material for road building was apparently taken from a number of roadside locations, but mostly from glacial deposits. Here a quarry exposes the bedrock, which is a mudstone of Ordovician, Ashgill age belonging to the Yr Allt Formation.
Roadside quarry
Material for road building was apparently taken from a number of roadside locations, but mostly from glacial deposits. Here a quarry exposes the bedrock, which is a mudstone of Ordovician, Ashgill age belonging to the Yr Allt Formation.
Cwmchwefru The farm is located in the side valley of Nant y Fedw, and is now sheltered by thick growth of trees. Bracken is controlled on pasture, but rampant on the steeper slopes, giving a patchwork appearance.
Cwmchwefru
The farm is located in the side valley of Nant y Fedw, and is now sheltered by thick growth of trees. Bracken is controlled on pasture, but rampant on the steeper slopes, giving a patchwork appearance.
Bryn Ceinon Looking eastwards over the rolling uplands above Cwmchwefru. A glacial erratic boulder has long been a rubbing stone for sheep which have eroded a hollow around it with their feet.
Bryn Ceinon
Looking eastwards over the rolling uplands above Cwmchwefru. A glacial erratic boulder has long been a rubbing stone for sheep which have eroded a hollow around it with their feet.
Moorland view, Hafen A shallow valley running off the hillside of Hafen produces a small trickle of water by my feet. After long drought the normally boggy ground is mercifully dry.
Moorland view, Hafen
A shallow valley running off the hillside of Hafen produces a small trickle of water by my feet. After long drought the normally boggy ground is mercifully dry.
Quartz-rich rock outcrop A gentle ridge running off Hafen has sporadic rock outcrop. This is exposure of the Doldowlod Conglomerate Member of the Nantmel Mudstones Formation (Ordovician, Ashgill) which lies beneath the Yr Allt Formation (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7228936">SN9558 : Slaty outcrop</a>).
Quartz-rich rock outcrop
A gentle ridge running off Hafen has sporadic rock outcrop. This is exposure of the Doldowlod Conglomerate Member of the Nantmel Mudstones Formation (Ordovician, Ashgill) which lies beneath the Yr Allt Formation (see SN9558 : Slaty outcrop).
Doldowlod Conglomerate Outcrop of quartz-rich rock is an expression of the Doldowlod Conglomerate Member of the Nantmel Mudstones Formation, (Ordovician, Ashgill). In fact, I had difficulty in seeing any conglomerate structure, and the rock's principal feature appears to be intense brecciation and veining with quartz.
Doldowlod Conglomerate
Outcrop of quartz-rich rock is an expression of the Doldowlod Conglomerate Member of the Nantmel Mudstones Formation, (Ordovician, Ashgill). In fact, I had difficulty in seeing any conglomerate structure, and the rock's principal feature appears to be intense brecciation and veining with quartz.
Nant Hafen Looking down from Hafen over its steep western slope. I was surprised by the wide col which is developed, and views can just be obtained of distant high ground beyond the Elan Valley. I looked down over a pair of buzzard tumbling in the wind, and was visited shortly afterwards by an inquisitive kite. Otherwise, sheep were the only company.
Nant Hafen
Looking down from Hafen over its steep western slope. I was surprised by the wide col which is developed, and views can just be obtained of distant high ground beyond the Elan Valley. I looked down over a pair of buzzard tumbling in the wind, and was visited shortly afterwards by an inquisitive kite. Otherwise, sheep were the only company.
Incised stream, Nant Hafen Water running across deep glacial deposits has eroded a significant gully.
Incised stream, Nant Hafen
Water running across deep glacial deposits has eroded a significant gully.
Tiny waterfall, Nant Hafen A trickle of water was enough to make a pretty sound, but the flow was much reduced after significant drought. I was interested by the red colour of these rocks, which are glacial boulders, but it appeared to be iron-staining.
Tiny waterfall, Nant Hafen
A trickle of water was enough to make a pretty sound, but the flow was much reduced after significant drought. I was interested by the red colour of these rocks, which are glacial boulders, but it appeared to be iron-staining.
Path on Rhos Saith Maen An extraordinary boggy wilderness forming a col between the Wye Valley and Cwm Chwefri. Not a path often used, it seems, but distinct.
Path on Rhos Saith Maen
An extraordinary boggy wilderness forming a col between the Wye Valley and Cwm Chwefri. Not a path often used, it seems, but distinct.
Looking to Gors Wen A view towards Gors Wen and the sinuous, upper Cwm Cwefri.
Looking to Gors Wen
A view towards Gors Wen and the sinuous, upper Cwm Cwefri.
Track to mountain grazing Traffic onto the mountain grazing has defined a wider path as we approach the boundary gate. I was surprised that there is no mark on the map regarding the National Trust ownership of this tract of land.
Track to mountain grazing
Traffic onto the mountain grazing has defined a wider path as we approach the boundary gate. I was surprised that there is no mark on the map regarding the National Trust ownership of this tract of land.
Van-body shed The use of redundant railway van bodies for sheds is a fabulous and honourable tradition, and they are of significant antiquity today, having come out of use in the early 1960s. This one is in very good general condition, with some rotted planking on the weather-side and a new roof. Tech-note: the earliest standard vans had pressed ends in two sections, while this has three sections. This change cut-in during 1952, which gives some age constraint.
Van-body shed
The use of redundant railway van bodies for sheds is a fabulous and honourable tradition, and they are of significant antiquity today, having come out of use in the early 1960s. This one is in very good general condition, with some rotted planking on the weather-side and a new roof. Tech-note: the earliest standard vans had pressed ends in two sections, while this has three sections. This change cut-in during 1952, which gives some age constraint.
Afon Chwefri The bed of the Afon Chwefri is filled with glacially-derived erratic boulders, fine material having been carried away by flowing water. Impossible to photograph under leaf cover is the waterfall over rock outcrop which lies between the trees.
Afon Chwefri
The bed of the Afon Chwefri is filled with glacially-derived erratic boulders, fine material having been carried away by flowing water. Impossible to photograph under leaf cover is the waterfall over rock outcrop which lies between the trees.
Abernefal A quiet and secluded location at the foot of Nant Nefal.
Abernefal
A quiet and secluded location at the foot of Nant Nefal.
Afon Cwefri with bridge A light concrete slab bridge over the river with the road continuing parallel to the river.
Afon Cwefri with bridge
A light concrete slab bridge over the river with the road continuing parallel to the river.
Afon Chwefri The river runs through its bed of glacial boulders and runs away from the road before starting a rapid descent into the valley.
Afon Chwefri
The river runs through its bed of glacial boulders and runs away from the road before starting a rapid descent into the valley.
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Bryn Ceinon is located at Grid Ref: SN9558 (Lat: 52.217156, Lng: -3.5356444)

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