Blorens

Hill, Mountain in Monmouthshire

Wales

Blorens

Carn y Defaid On the broad ridge of Mynydd y Garn Fawr. The cairn - its centre is hollowed like a dish - is composed of the same rough gritstone that is strewn around the slopes of this hill, making for rough going underfoot. It is one of a pair of Bronze Age burial mounds. (&#039;defaid&#039; = &#039;sheep&#039;) — Carn y Defaid Credit: Alan Bowring

Blorens is a prominent hill located in the county of Monmouthshire, Wales. Rising to an elevation of approximately 468 meters (1,535 feet), it is considered one of the most notable peaks in the region. Situated within the Brecon Beacons National Park, Blorens offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The hill is characterized by its rugged terrain and diverse flora and fauna. Visitors to Blorens can expect to encounter a variety of plant species, including heather, gorse, and grasses, which contribute to the hill's vibrant landscape. The area is also home to several bird species, such as red kites and peregrine falcons, making it a popular destination for birdwatchers.

Access to Blorens is relatively straightforward, with various footpaths and trails available for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts. The hill's proximity to nearby towns and villages, such as Abergavenny and Crickhowell, further facilitates access for visitors looking to explore the area.

Blorens is a popular destination for outdoor activities, including hillwalking, hiking, and nature photography. Its commanding position within the national park ensures that visitors are rewarded with breathtaking views, particularly during sunrise and sunset.

Overall, Blorens in Monmouthshire offers a unique opportunity for nature lovers and adventurers to immerse themselves in the stunning Welsh countryside, while also enjoying the rich biodiversity and natural beauty of the surrounding area.

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Carn y Defaid On the broad ridge of Mynydd y Garn Fawr. The cairn - its centre is hollowed like a dish - is composed of the same rough gritstone that is strewn around the slopes of this hill, making for rough going underfoot. It is one of a pair of Bronze Age burial mounds. (&#039;defaid&#039; = &#039;sheep&#039;)

Carn y Defaid

On the broad ridge of Mynydd y Garn Fawr. The cairn - its centre is hollowed like a dish - is composed of the same rough gritstone that is strewn around the slopes of this hill, making for rough going underfoot. It is one of a pair of Bronze Age burial mounds. ('defaid' = 'sheep')

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond Walkers walking beside Pen-ffordd-goch Pond on Blorenge. The prominent hill in the distance is Sugar Loaf.

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond

Walkers walking beside Pen-ffordd-goch Pond on Blorenge. The prominent hill in the distance is Sugar Loaf.

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond View over Pen-ffordd-goch Pond with the Black Mountains and Sugar Loaf in the distance.

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond

View over Pen-ffordd-goch Pond with the Black Mountains and Sugar Loaf in the distance.

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond Pen-ffordd-goch Pond on Blorenge with the Black Mountains in the distance.

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond

Pen-ffordd-goch Pond on Blorenge with the Black Mountains in the distance.

The Usk valley The Usk valley viewed from the B4246 above Govilon. The Black Mountains can be seen in the distance.

The Usk valley

The Usk valley viewed from the B4246 above Govilon. The Black Mountains can be seen in the distance.

View to Sugar Loaf View across the Usk Valley to Sugar Loaf from the B4246 with Govilon.

View to Sugar Loaf

View across the Usk Valley to Sugar Loaf from the B4246 with Govilon.

Barrier on a track Barrier on a track and footpath off the B4246 above Govilon.

Barrier on a track

Barrier on a track and footpath off the B4246 above Govilon.

The B4246 on Blorenge The B4246 ascending Blorenge with a view over the Usk valley with Sugar Loaf in the background.

The B4246 on Blorenge

The B4246 ascending Blorenge with a view over the Usk valley with Sugar Loaf in the background.

View of Carrig Gywir View across the valley to Carrig Gywir from the B4246 ascending Blorenge.

View of Carrig Gywir

View across the valley to Carrig Gywir from the B4246 ascending Blorenge.

The Usk valley The Usk valley viewed from the B4246. The Black Mountains can be seen in the background.

The Usk valley

The Usk valley viewed from the B4246. The Black Mountains can be seen in the background.

View to Cerrig Gywir View to Cerrig Gywir from the B4246 on Blorenge.

View to Cerrig Gywir

View to Cerrig Gywir from the B4246 on Blorenge.

View to Sugar Loaf View to Sugar Loaf from beside the B4246 on Blorenge.

View to Sugar Loaf

View to Sugar Loaf from beside the B4246 on Blorenge.

The B4246 on Blorenge The B4246 on Blorenge with Sugar Loaf seen in the distance across the Usk valley.

The B4246 on Blorenge

The B4246 on Blorenge with Sugar Loaf seen in the distance across the Usk valley.

Above the Tumble on Blorenge Above the Tumble on Blorenge with a view over the Usk valley to the Black Mountains in the background.

Above the Tumble on Blorenge

Above the Tumble on Blorenge with a view over the Usk valley to the Black Mountains in the background.

The B4246 above the Tumble The B4246 above the Tumble above Blaenavon with Sugar Loaf in the distance.

The B4246 above the Tumble

The B4246 above the Tumble above Blaenavon with Sugar Loaf in the distance.

View to the Black Mountains View to the Black Mountains from the B4246 on the pass above Blaenavon.

View to the Black Mountains

View to the Black Mountains from the B4246 on the pass above Blaenavon.

Llanfoist Wharf Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Llanfoist. On the right is the Boathouse and in the background is Boathouse Cottage. Both date from the early 19th Century, the former as a warehouse and the latter as a wharfinger&#039;s house, and both are grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=2728" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=2728">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> and <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=17235" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=17235">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> respectively.

Llanfoist Wharf

Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Llanfoist. On the right is the Boathouse and in the background is Boathouse Cottage. Both date from the early 19th Century, the former as a warehouse and the latter as a wharfinger's house, and both are grade II listed - see Link

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respectively.

Llanfoist Wharf Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Llanfoist, with Boathouse Cottage on its bank. This dates from the early 19th Century and was built as a wharfinger&#039;s house. It is grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=17235" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cadwpublic-api.azurewebsites.net/reports/listedbuilding/FullReport?lang=en&amp;id=17235">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>.

Llanfoist Wharf

Wharf on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Llanfoist, with Boathouse Cottage on its bank. This dates from the early 19th Century and was built as a wharfinger's house. It is grade II listed - see Link

.

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Blorens is located at Grid Ref: SO2611 (Lat: 51.800635, Lng: -3.0600897)

Unitary Authority: Monmouthshire

Police Authority: Gwent

Also known as: Blorenge

What 3 Words

///giant.achieving.essays. Near Govilon, Monmouthshire

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Located within 500m of 51.800635,-3.0600897

The Blorenge

Ele: 561

Natural: peak

Source: NPE

Source Ele: Wikipedia

Wikidata: Q276057

Lat/Long: 51.8006973/-3.0599785

Man Made: survey_point

Lat/Long: 51.8004674/-3.0602399

Shelter

Bench: no

Bin: no

Shelter Type: rock_shelter

Lat/Long: 51.8006088/-3.0601767

Information: route_marker

Material: wood

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.8032785/-3.0542162

Information: route_marker

Material: wood

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.8022894/-3.0564

Information: route_marker

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 51.799577/-3.0621813

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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