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Cefn Du

Hill, Mountain in Flintshire

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Cefn Du

A541 near Bodfari The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541 near Bodfari Credit: David Dixon

Cefn Du is a hill located in Flintshire, Wales, known for its picturesque views and rugged terrain. Standing at an elevation of 922 feet, it is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore the Welsh countryside.

The hill is characterized by its steep slopes and rocky outcrops, offering a challenging yet rewarding climb for those seeking a physical challenge. The surrounding landscape is dotted with lush greenery and wildflowers, providing a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy.

Cefn Du is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds of prey, deer, and rare plant species. The hill is part of the Clwydian Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, further enhancing its appeal to nature lovers and conservationists.

Visitors to Cefn Du can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby towns of Mold and Buckley, as well as the Clwydian Range and Snowdonia National Park in the distance. Whether it's for a leisurely stroll or a challenging hike, Cefn Du offers a unique and captivating experience for all who venture to its summit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.244317/-3.356838 or Grid Reference SJ0972. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A541 near Bodfari The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541 near Bodfari
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541 north of Bodfari The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
A541 north of Bodfari
The A541 runs for 26 miles, linking St Asaph with Wrexham. Its northern end starts at the crossroads in the middle of the village of Trefnant (just south of St Asaph). It ends at Wrexham, where it joins the B5101 road. On the way, it passes the town of Mold and also passes through many villages.
Formr Toll House, Caerwys On the south side of the A451, now called Baw Bee Cottage. Of the Pwll Budr style or toll houses, in the parish of Bodfari. Milestone Society National ID: FLT.BOD
Formr Toll House, Caerwys
On the south side of the A451, now called Baw Bee Cottage. Of the Pwll Budr style or toll houses, in the parish of Bodfari. Milestone Society National ID: FLT.BOD
Rock chapel, St Beuno's A curious gothic little chapel, built in 1876 on a wooded bluff a few hundred metres south of St Beuno's college.
Rock chapel, St Beuno's
A curious gothic little chapel, built in 1876 on a wooded bluff a few hundred metres south of St Beuno's college.
The Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion
The Church of Corpus Christi, Tremeirchion
A541 by Aber Wheeler Nurseries
A541 by Aber Wheeler Nurseries
Flintshire boundary sign on the A541
Flintshire boundary sign on the A541
Pont Wan - Weak bridge Quite a high humped bridge, formerly crossing a railway line.
Pont Wan - Weak bridge
Quite a high humped bridge, formerly crossing a railway line.
Afon Chwiler - River Wheeler River running alongside the A341 near Afonwen. It rises on the slopes of Pen y Cloddiau and makes its way to the River Clwyd near Lleweni.
Afon Chwiler - River Wheeler
River running alongside the A341 near Afonwen. It rises on the slopes of Pen y Cloddiau and makes its way to the River Clwyd near Lleweni.
Former railway track bed The railway connected Mold to Denbigh
Former railway track bed
The railway connected Mold to Denbigh
Farmland On the back road between Afonwen and Aberwheeler
Farmland
On the back road between Afonwen and Aberwheeler
B5429 near Nantgwilym
B5429 near Nantgwilym
Tremeirchion village sign on B5429
Tremeirchion village sign on B5429
Heol-Y-Brenin, Tremeirchion
Heol-Y-Brenin, Tremeirchion
Moel Maenefa Via Offas Dyke to SE, parking for 2-3 cars, super 360 degree views from summit; dry, clear but cloudy. HuMP demoted Jan 2013 and trig point has been destroyed. Name: Moel Maenefa Hill number: 5165 Height: 289m / 948ft Area: 30C: Llandudno to Wrexham Class: sHu Grid ref: SJ 08714 74418 Summit feature: small cairn Drop: 98m Col: 191m SJ086758
Moel Maenefa
Via Offas Dyke to SE, parking for 2-3 cars, super 360 degree views from summit; dry, clear but cloudy. HuMP demoted Jan 2013 and trig point has been destroyed. Name: Moel Maenefa Hill number: 5165 Height: 289m / 948ft Area: 30C: Llandudno to Wrexham Class: sHu Grid ref: SJ 08714 74418 Summit feature: small cairn Drop: 98m Col: 191m SJ086758
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path Arwyddbost ar Lwybr Clawdd Offa ar Foel Maenefa / Signpost on Offa's Dyke Path on Moel Maenefa.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path
Arwyddbost ar Lwybr Clawdd Offa ar Foel Maenefa / Signpost on Offa's Dyke Path on Moel Maenefa.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path Llwybr Clawdd Offa ger Cefn Du, Tremeirchion / Offa's Dyke Path near Cefn Du, Tremeirchion.
Llwybr Clawdd Offa / Offa's Dyke Path
Llwybr Clawdd Offa ger Cefn Du, Tremeirchion / Offa's Dyke Path near Cefn Du, Tremeirchion.
Cefn Du Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du tuag at Y Clwydians / A view from Cefn Du towards The Clwydians.
Cefn Du
Golygfa oddi ar Gefn Du tuag at Y Clwydians / A view from Cefn Du towards The Clwydians.
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Cefn Du is located at Grid Ref: SJ0972 (Lat: 53.244317, Lng: -3.356838)

Unitary Authority: Denbighshire

Police Authority: North Wales

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Located within 500m of 53.244317,-3.356838
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 53.2477575/-3.3588933
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Cefn Du
Ele: 268
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 53.2433298/-3.3558402
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Generator Method: wind_turbine
Generator Source: wind
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.2427462/-3.3541273
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Direction: SSW
Fixme: solar thermal?
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 2
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.2419553/-3.3512941
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Direction: SSW
Fixme: solar thermal?
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 3
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 53.2419697/-3.3513853
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