Crib y Garth

Hill, Mountain in Herefordshire

England

Crib y Garth

Flanks of Black Hill Looking across the Monnow valley.
Flanks of Black Hill Credit: Hugh Venables

Crib y Garth is a prominent hill located in the county of Herefordshire, England. Situated near the small village of Garth, this natural landmark offers breathtaking views and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Standing at an impressive height of 1,365 feet (416 meters), Crib y Garth is classified as a hill rather than a mountain due to its lower elevation. Despite this, it still offers stunning panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Black Mountains and the Wye Valley.

The hill is characterized by its gentle slopes covered in lush green vegetation, which makes it an ideal location for hiking, walking, and picnicking. The terrain is relatively easy to navigate, making it accessible to visitors of all ages and fitness levels.

Crib y Garth is also home to an array of wildlife, providing ample opportunities for birdwatching and nature photography. The area is known for its diverse flora and fauna, including various species of birds, butterflies, and wildflowers.

Visitors to Crib y Garth can take advantage of the well-maintained footpaths that crisscross the hill, allowing them to explore its scenic beauty at their own pace. Additionally, there are several designated viewpoints along the way, providing excellent spots to pause and take in the stunning vistas.

Overall, Crib y Garth is a natural gem in Herefordshire, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and a chance to reconnect with nature in a picturesque setting.

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Crib y Garth Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.006958/-3.0578788 or Grid Reference SO2734. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flanks of Black Hill Looking across the Monnow valley.
Flanks of Black Hill
Looking across the Monnow valley.
Path on Cat's Back Over a small rock outcrop.
Path on Cat's Back
Over a small rock outcrop.
Olchon Valley from Cat's Back Offa's Dyke Path follows the ridge opposite.
Olchon Valley from Cat's Back
Offa's Dyke Path follows the ridge opposite.
Cat's Back Path up Black Hill.
Cat's Back
Path up Black Hill.
Flank of Cat's Back Looking over the Monnow valley.
Flank of Cat's Back
Looking over the Monnow valley.
Flank of Cat's Back Looking to the head of the Olchon Valley
Flank of Cat's Back
Looking to the head of the Olchon Valley
Path to Hay Bluff from Black Hill Or you can drop down into the Olchon Valley.
Path to Hay Bluff from Black Hill
Or you can drop down into the Olchon Valley.
Head of the Olchon Valley A nice area of moorland on Black Hill.
Head of the Olchon Valley
A nice area of moorland on Black Hill.
Enclosure by the Olchon Brook Slightly repaired since <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4235657">SO2635 : Drystone enclosure</a>
Enclosure by the Olchon Brook
Slightly repaired since SO2635 : Drystone enclosure
Bridleway up Olchon Valley Past a small landslip.
Bridleway up Olchon Valley
Past a small landslip.
Olchon Brook Looking up the upper Olchon Valley.
Olchon Brook
Looking up the upper Olchon Valley.
Black Hill Clothed in autumnal colour and viewed from the lane below Oldhouse Barn.
Black Hill
Clothed in autumnal colour and viewed from the lane below Oldhouse Barn.
The upper Monnow valley The river runs through hawthorn-edged pastures between Oldmill Farm and Ruinsford Farm.
The upper Monnow valley
The river runs through hawthorn-edged pastures between Oldmill Farm and Ruinsford Farm.
Concrete track Going by signage on the road, this leads to a campsite.
It is also a public path to Oldmill Farm and beyond.
Concrete track
Going by signage on the road, this leads to a campsite. It is also a public path to Oldmill Farm and beyond.
Gate across the Olchon Brook Presumably in place to prevent animals from wandering off the common land at the head of the Olchon valley.
Gate across the Olchon Brook
Presumably in place to prevent animals from wandering off the common land at the head of the Olchon valley.
Ford and bridge Crossing the Olchon Brook at Upper Blaen.
Ford and bridge
Crossing the Olchon Brook at Upper Blaen.
Bridleway from Hay Bluff The point where the path reaches the Olchon valley road.
Bridleway from Hay Bluff
The point where the path reaches the Olchon valley road.
Side stream of the Olchon Brook On the Cat's Back side of the valley, viewed from the bridleway to Hay Bluff.
Side stream of the Olchon Brook
On the Cat's Back side of the valley, viewed from the bridleway to Hay Bluff.
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Crib y Garth is located at Grid Ref: SO2734 (Lat: 52.006958, Lng: -3.0578788)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Located within 500m of 52.006958,-3.0578788
Black Hill
Ele: 640
Man Made: survey_point
Natural: peak
Ref: S7445
Source: survey
Wikidata: Q4920936
Lat/Long: 52.0069814/-3.0578833
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