Caeliber Isaf

Hill, Mountain in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Caeliber Isaf

Castell y Gwynt Now a converted farmhouse complete with pond and summerhouse.
Castell y Gwynt Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Caeliber Isaf is a hill located in the county of Montgomeryshire, Wales. It is situated in the beautiful and scenic landscape of the Welsh countryside. With its summit reaching an elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,640 feet), Caeliber Isaf is classified as a mountain rather than a hill.

The mountain is well-known for its stunning panoramic views, offering visitors a breathtaking sight of the surrounding area. On a clear day, one can see vast stretches of rolling hills, lush green valleys, and even glimpses of nearby towns and villages. The picturesque landscape makes it a popular destination for hikers, nature enthusiasts, and photographers.

Caeliber Isaf is covered in a mix of vegetation, including grasses, heather, and some scattered trees. The mountain is also home to a variety of wildlife, such as birds, rabbits, and occasionally, deer. The area is protected and maintained by local authorities, ensuring the preservation of its natural beauty and biodiversity.

Several footpaths and trails wind their way up the mountain, offering visitors the opportunity to explore its slopes and summit. The ascent can be moderately challenging, but the reward of reaching the top and taking in the breathtaking views is well worth the effort.

Overall, Caeliber Isaf is a captivating and awe-inspiring mountain that showcases the natural beauty of Montgomeryshire. Its scenic vistas, diverse flora and fauna, and accessible trails make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Wales.

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Caeliber Isaf Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.532739/-3.1634389 or Grid Reference SO2193. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Castell y Gwynt Now a converted farmhouse complete with pond and summerhouse.
Castell y Gwynt
Now a converted farmhouse complete with pond and summerhouse.
Running into England A489 eastbound about to cross the border into England. Shropshire sign post can be seen. East of Sarn
Running into England
A489 eastbound about to cross the border into England. Shropshire sign post can be seen. East of Sarn
View NW from Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm The NW corner of this grid square is in the woodland below. Beyond in the middle distance, right of centre is Henfron in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SO1896">SO1896</a> about 3km away, seen here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2866026" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2866026">Link</a> from Llandyssil bridge. The mound crowned with two oaks in that other shot is also visible in this photo, down to the left.
I'm not sure what that structure is in the foreground - more investigation required as it hasn't made it to the maps yet.
View NW from Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm
The NW corner of this grid square is in the woodland below. Beyond in the middle distance, right of centre is Henfron in SO1896 about 3km away, seen here Link from Llandyssil bridge. The mound crowned with two oaks in that other shot is also visible in this photo, down to the left. I'm not sure what that structure is in the foreground - more investigation required as it hasn't made it to the maps yet.
View NNW from Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm Llandyssil lies out of sight in the dip beyond the steep wooded bank.
The Berwyns on the horizon.
View NNW from Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm
Llandyssil lies out of sight in the dip beyond the steep wooded bank. The Berwyns on the horizon.
Small quarry on Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm It seems to have been used as a silage store over the winter.
Small quarry on Cefn y Coed near White Hall Farm
It seems to have been used as a silage store over the winter.
Pasture on Cefn y Coed Ewes and lambs on rolling pasture.
Pasture on Cefn y Coed
Ewes and lambs on rolling pasture.
View towards Montgomery from Cefn y Coed The hilltop left of centre in the middle distance with two close groups of trees is Town Hill <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SO2195">SO2195</a> (2.4km away). The trees frame the Montgomery war memorial which is barely visible against the sky. Montgomery lies in the valley on the far side of the hill.
The larger group of trees on the further hill top is Beacon Ring <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SJ2605">SJ2605</a> (13.5km away). The trees, when viewed from the air, show the Royal monogram EIIR and were planted in 1953 to mark the coronation. They are due to be felled soon.
For a closer view of the two hilltops see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868200" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868200">Link</a>.
View towards Montgomery from Cefn y Coed
The hilltop left of centre in the middle distance with two close groups of trees is Town Hill SO2195 (2.4km away). The trees frame the Montgomery war memorial which is barely visible against the sky. Montgomery lies in the valley on the far side of the hill. The larger group of trees on the further hill top is Beacon Ring SJ2605 (13.5km away). The trees, when viewed from the air, show the Royal monogram EIIR and were planted in 1953 to mark the coronation. They are due to be felled soon. For a closer view of the two hilltops see Link.
View to Welshpool from Cefn y Coed A view across the Severn valley to Welshpool <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SJ2207">SJ2207</a> which is framed by two minor pointed hills. On the horizon are the Berwyns.
The hilltop on the right with two close groups of trees is Town Hill. The trees frame the Montgomery war memorial. Montgomery lies in the valley on the far side of the hill. See <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868200" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868200">Link</a>.
View to Welshpool from Cefn y Coed
A view across the Severn valley to Welshpool SJ2207 which is framed by two minor pointed hills. On the horizon are the Berwyns. The hilltop on the right with two close groups of trees is Town Hill. The trees frame the Montgomery war memorial. Montgomery lies in the valley on the far side of the hill. See Link.
View to Welshpool from Cefn y Coed I have chosen a point around the centre of this shot for the subject position of this photo.
Beyond, across the Severn valley and to the left of Yr Allt <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SJ2410">SJ2410</a> lies Welshpool <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/SJ2207">SJ2207</a> and its backdrop is the Berwyn Range.
For a wider view see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868216" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2868216">Link</a>.
View to Welshpool from Cefn y Coed
I have chosen a point around the centre of this shot for the subject position of this photo. Beyond, across the Severn valley and to the left of Yr Allt SJ2410 lies Welshpool SJ2207 and its backdrop is the Berwyn Range. For a wider view see Link.
Rapeseed Field Flowering Rapeseed off the A489 Sarn.
Rapeseed Field
Flowering Rapeseed off the A489 Sarn.
Part of Fron farm An old timber framed farmhouse and old barns and outbuildings make this a characterful spot.
Part of Fron farm
An old timber framed farmhouse and old barns and outbuildings make this a characterful spot.
View to the Montgomeryshire War Memorial A useful navaigational aid when crossing field paths in the area.
View to the Montgomeryshire War Memorial
A useful navaigational aid when crossing field paths in the area.
Old barns at Cefnllan farm Much patched and full of character.
Old barns at Cefnllan farm
Much patched and full of character.
Part of a range of barns at Gwern-y-go farm Just a part of the range of barns at this old farm.
Part of a range of barns at Gwern-y-go farm
Just a part of the range of barns at this old farm.
Caeliber Isaf Early morning bag into wheat field access from Camp Farm then fields. Dry with watery sun.
Name: Caeliber Isaf
Hill number: 2202
Height: 355m / 1165ft
Area: 31B: Welshpool to Hay-on-Wye
Class: Ma
Grid ref: SO 21165 93414
Summit feature: no feature: pasture
Drop: 172m
Col: 183m  SO206908
Caeliber Isaf
Early morning bag into wheat field access from Camp Farm then fields. Dry with watery sun. Name: Caeliber Isaf Hill number: 2202 Height: 355m / 1165ft Area: 31B: Welshpool to Hay-on-Wye Class: Ma Grid ref: SO 21165 93414 Summit feature: no feature: pasture Drop: 172m Col: 183m SO206908
Layby on A489 east of Sarn
Layby on A489 east of Sarn
Approaching Gwern-y-go from A489
Approaching Gwern-y-go from A489
Gwern-y-go cottages on A489
Gwern-y-go cottages on A489
Show me another place!

Caeliber Isaf is located at Grid Ref: SO2193 (Lat: 52.532739, Lng: -3.1634389)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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Located within 500m of 52.532739,-3.1634389
Caeliber
Created By: POI Editor
Natural: peak
Source: npe
Lat/Long: 52.5325874/-3.1629048
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