Bettws Hill

Hill, Mountain in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Bettws Hill

Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond The yellow specks on the ground to the right are tiny apples of some sort.
Noise of running water draining from a ditch behind the hedge on the right into a somewhat battered piped system was the prominent sound.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7053053">SO0994 : Drainage from the fields</a>.
Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond Credit: Penny Mayes

Bettws Hill is a prominent hill located in the county of Montgomeryshire, Wales. With an elevation of approximately 402 meters (1,319 feet), it is considered a substantial hill and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Situated near the village of Bettws Cedewain, the hill is a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. It is part of the expansive Powys uplands, which are known for their rugged beauty and unspoiled landscapes. The hill is characterized by its gently sloping sides, covered in lush grasses and occasional patches of heather.

The summit of Bettws Hill provides panoramic views of the rolling hills and valleys that make up Montgomeryshire. On a clear day, visitors can see as far as the distant Cambrian Mountains, Snowdonia National Park, and even the outline of the Brecon Beacons in the south.

The hill is home to a variety of flora and fauna, including heathland species such as bilberry and heather. It also provides a habitat for numerous bird species, including buzzards and red kites, which can often be seen soaring overhead.

Bettws Hill is easily accessible via several footpaths and tracks that wind their way up its slopes. These paths offer a range of difficulties, making it suitable for both casual walkers and experienced hikers. The hill's tranquil setting and stunning views make it a perfect destination for those seeking a peaceful escape in the Montgomeryshire countryside.

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Bettws Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.546835/-3.3466792 or Grid Reference SO0895. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond The yellow specks on the ground to the right are tiny apples of some sort.
Noise of running water draining from a ditch behind the hedge on the right into a somewhat battered piped system was the prominent sound.
See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7053053">SO0994 : Drainage from the fields</a>.
Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond
The yellow specks on the ground to the right are tiny apples of some sort. Noise of running water draining from a ditch behind the hedge on the right into a somewhat battered piped system was the prominent sound. See SO0994 : Drainage from the fields.
New agricultural building at Middle Garth I think it may be a chicken shed, there's a small grain silo at the right hand end, I believe there are others on the farm. This one was erected in the summer of 2021 - the streetview photos from July 2021 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://goo.gl/maps/xF11oVrdBtYvZaeZ7" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://goo.gl/maps/xF11oVrdBtYvZaeZ7">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> show the skeleton of it.

Signs on the entrance gate  say "Have you dipped your feet and sprayed your wheels?", "No unauthorised persons beyond this point" and "Biosecure area CCTV recording".
New agricultural building at Middle Garth
I think it may be a chicken shed, there's a small grain silo at the right hand end, I believe there are others on the farm. This one was erected in the summer of 2021 - the streetview photos from July 2021 LinkExternal link show the skeleton of it. Signs on the entrance gate say "Have you dipped your feet and sprayed your wheels?", "No unauthorised persons beyond this point" and "Biosecure area CCTV recording".
Drainage from the fields I think a ditch runs down the edge of the field behind the hedge shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7052968">SO0994 : Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond</a>, it falls into a sort of concrete basin, is piped to here, then flows into a rather battered roadside water company drain, marked for repair.
Drainage from the fields
I think a ditch runs down the edge of the field behind the hedge shown in SO0994 : Track to Middle Garth and the fields beyond, it falls into a sort of concrete basin, is piped to here, then flows into a rather battered roadside water company drain, marked for repair.
Looking SW from Middle Garth
Looking SW from Middle Garth
Access gates to new building at Middle Garth Signs on the entrance gate to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7053038">SO0994 : New agricultural building at Middle Garth</a> say, "Have you dipped your feet and sprayed your wheels?", 
"No unauthorised persons beyond this point" and 
"Biosecure area CCTV recording".
Access gates to new building at Middle Garth
Signs on the entrance gate to SO0994 : New agricultural building at Middle Garth say, "Have you dipped your feet and sprayed your wheels?", "No unauthorised persons beyond this point" and "Biosecure area CCTV recording".
Middle Earth at Middle Garth A new house, I'm not sure just how new, it does appear on the current OS map and I thought the name might be a typo, but Royal Mail confirm it is correct.
Middle Earth at Middle Garth
A new house, I'm not sure just how new, it does appear on the current OS map and I thought the name might be a typo, but Royal Mail confirm it is correct.
Looking south-southeast from Middle Garth I really should come up here in better weather.
Looking south-southeast from Middle Garth
I really should come up here in better weather.
Main entrance to Middle Garth
Main entrance to Middle Garth
Copse near Black Well spring
Copse near Black Well spring
Track near Black Well spring
Track near Black Well spring
Signpost on the Highgate Road The arm which should point to Bwlch-y-ffridd has been bent.
Signpost on the Highgate Road
The arm which should point to Bwlch-y-ffridd has been bent.
Lane to Gethin I've never noticed a post code on a road sign before. It seems like a good idea, unlike many rural post codes, this one only applies to the two properties down this lane.
Lane to Gethin
I've never noticed a post code on a road sign before. It seems like a good idea, unlike many rural post codes, this one only applies to the two properties down this lane.
Is this the spring? Or just a ditch?
Black Well (Chalybeate) it says on the map. I have no idea if this is it.
Is this the spring?
Or just a ditch? Black Well (Chalybeate) it says on the map. I have no idea if this is it.
Road to Bwlch-y-fridd
Road to Bwlch-y-fridd
Middle Earth at Middle Garth A new house, I'm not sure just how new, it does appear on the current OS map and I thought the name might be a typo, but Royal Mail confirm it is correct.
Middle Earth at Middle Garth
A new house, I'm not sure just how new, it does appear on the current OS map and I thought the name might be a typo, but Royal Mail confirm it is correct.
The Pool Fachwen Pool, Rhyd-y-felin.
The Pool
Fachwen Pool, Rhyd-y-felin.
Bryn Lane Turn Left turn off Bryn Lane opposite Bedw-Gwilyn, near Newtown.
Bryn Lane Turn
Left turn off Bryn Lane opposite Bedw-Gwilyn, near Newtown.
Cross Roads Road leading to Bank Farm, Crossroads near Fachwen Pool.
Cross Roads
Road leading to Bank Farm, Crossroads near Fachwen Pool.
Show me another place!

Bettws Hill is located at Grid Ref: SO0895 (Lat: 52.546835, Lng: -3.3466792)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

What 3 Words

///remarked.irritated.failed. Near Newtown, Powys

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