Moel Bentyrch

Hill, Mountain in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Moel Bentyrch

Four Crosses on the A458
Four Crosses on the A458 Credit: John Firth

Moel Bentyrch is a prominent hill located in the county of Montgomeryshire in Wales, United Kingdom. It is part of the Berwyn range, which stretches across the border between Wales and England. Rising to an elevation of 1,517 feet (462 meters), Moel Bentyrch offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes, covered in a mixture of heather, grasses, and scattered rocky outcrops. The terrain is relatively accessible, making it a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts. There are various footpaths and trails that lead to the summit, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore the diverse flora and fauna that inhabit the area.

From the top of Moel Bentyrch, on clear days, one can enjoy breathtaking vistas of the rolling hills and valleys of Montgomeryshire, as well as the neighboring counties. The hill is particularly renowned for its captivating views of the nearby Lake Vyrnwy and the Berwyn Mountains.

Moel Bentyrch holds historical significance due to its association with ancient Welsh folklore and legends. It is believed to be the burial place of a mythical giant named Bendigeidfran, who played a central role in Welsh mythology.

Overall, Moel Bentyrch stands as a picturesque and culturally significant hill, offering visitors both natural beauty and a glimpse into Wales' rich heritage.

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Moel Bentyrch Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.675122/-3.3983961 or Grid Reference SJ0509. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Four Crosses on the A458
Four Crosses on the A458
A458 entering Llanerfyl
A458 entering Llanerfyl
Old Milestone by the A458, east of Four Crosses, Llanfair Caereinion Parish Machynlleth Chamfer by the A458, in parish of Llanfair Caereinion (Powys District), South East of Gelli, North of Pentyrch, in bank.

Inscription reads:-
MACHYNLLETH 26
CAN OFFICE 3
LLANFAIR 4
POOL 12

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: MOT_MCWP26
Old Milestone by the A458, east of Four Crosses, Llanfair Caereinion Parish
Machynlleth Chamfer by the A458, in parish of Llanfair Caereinion (Powys District), South East of Gelli, North of Pentyrch, in bank. Inscription reads:- MACHYNLLETH 26 CAN OFFICE 3 LLANFAIR 4 POOL 12 Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: MOT_MCWP26
Forestry entrance to Coed Ffridd-y-drum
Forestry entrance to Coed Ffridd-y-drum
Path in Coed Ffridd-y-drum
Path in Coed Ffridd-y-drum
Path in Coed Ffordd-y-Drum
Path in Coed Ffordd-y-Drum
A458 east of Llanerfyl
A458 east of Llanerfyl
New plantation South of Llanerfyl.
New plantation
South of Llanerfyl.
Steep path on east slope of Moel Bentyrch Narrow and steep vertigo inducing path up the side of Moel Bentyrch. A tempting nugget from the nearby A458.
Steep path on east slope of Moel Bentyrch
Narrow and steep vertigo inducing path up the side of Moel Bentyrch. A tempting nugget from the nearby A458.
Trig point atop Moel Bentyrch Early spring afternoon's romp up nearby Moel Bentyrch.  This little hill has beckoned us for some time now.  Looking north-east - the high point on the horizon is the Breiddens, to the left of that, and nearer is Allt-y-Main behind Meifod.  NB to walkers.  At the foot of this hill there runs a bridleway - north to the Banwy, around the Bentyrch massif and then anti-clockwise past Tan-y-Foel back to the A458.  IT IS DESPERATELY in need of walkers/horses to keep it open.
Trig point atop Moel Bentyrch
Early spring afternoon's romp up nearby Moel Bentyrch. This little hill has beckoned us for some time now. Looking north-east - the high point on the horizon is the Breiddens, to the left of that, and nearer is Allt-y-Main behind Meifod. NB to walkers. At the foot of this hill there runs a bridleway - north to the Banwy, around the Bentyrch massif and then anti-clockwise past Tan-y-Foel back to the A458. IT IS DESPERATELY in need of walkers/horses to keep it open.
A458 at junction for Hendre Just east of Four Crosses. The track on the left is the entrance to Pentyrch
A458 at junction for Hendre
Just east of Four Crosses. The track on the left is the entrance to Pentyrch
A458 approaching Four Crosses
A458 approaching Four Crosses
A458 at entrance to Ffridd-y-Drum
A458 at entrance to Ffridd-y-Drum
A458 at entrance to Bluebell Park
A458 at entrance to Bluebell Park
View to Moel Bentyrch from lane near Cefndre farm This rounded and crag topped hill has often caught my eye.
View to Moel Bentyrch from lane near Cefndre farm
This rounded and crag topped hill has often caught my eye.
Lane near Moel Bentyrch A bendy lane on upland near this domed hill.
Lane near Moel Bentyrch
A bendy lane on upland near this domed hill.
Gelli below Moel Bentyrch A small cluster of farm buildings.
Gelli below Moel Bentyrch
A small cluster of farm buildings.
Old British Railways wagon shed below Moel Bentyrch Is it half a wagon or an old BR trackside shed? Anyway now a log store.
Old British Railways wagon shed below Moel Bentyrch
Is it half a wagon or an old BR trackside shed? Anyway now a log store.
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Moel Bentyrch is located at Grid Ref: SJ0509 (Lat: 52.675122, Lng: -3.3983961)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///steered.distilled.crawler. Near Llangadfan, Powys

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Located within 500m of 52.675122,-3.3983961
Moel Bentyrch
Ele: 335
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 52.675126/-3.39843
Moel Bentyrch
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 335.584
Man Made: survey_point
Ref: 10347
Source: Ordnance Survey and Trigpointing.uk
Survey Point: pillar
Tpuk Ref: TP4854
Lat/Long: 52.674924/-3.39765
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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