Moel y Gaer

Heritage Site in Denbighshire

Wales

Moel y Gaer

Bwlch Penbarras Looking down from the slopes of Moel Fenlli towards the Moel Famau car park. Walking these hills and going to the summit of Moel Famau (topped with the Jubilee Tower on the horizon) is very popular, especially with visitors from the Wirral and Cheshire. This is a section of the Offa&#039;s Dyke Path. — Bwlch Penbarras Credit: Eirian Evans

Moel y Gaer is a prominent heritage site located in Denbighshire, Wales. Situated atop a hill, it is a hillfort which dates back to the Iron Age, making it an invaluable archaeological and historical site. The hillfort is believed to have been constructed around 800 BC and was in use until the Roman invasion of Britain in the 1st century AD.

Covering an area of approximately 3.2 hectares, Moel y Gaer offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The fortification is surrounded by a series of defensive ramparts and ditches, indicating its strategic importance during its heyday. The remains of stone and timber buildings have also been discovered within the hillfort, providing insights into the daily lives of its inhabitants.

Visitors to Moel y Gaer can explore the site and experience a glimpse into the Iron Age. The hillfort provides an immersive learning experience, allowing visitors to step back in time and understand the lives and activities of the people who once inhabited the area. The site is also popular for its tranquil atmosphere and stunning views, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and photographers.

Moel y Gaer is managed and protected by the local authorities, ensuring its preservation for future generations. Information boards and guided tours are available to provide visitors with a deeper understanding of the site's historical significance. Whether one is an archaeology enthusiast or simply seeking a serene getaway, Moel y Gaer is an ideal destination to immerse oneself in Wales' rich cultural heritage.

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Moel y Gaer Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.143/-3.278 or Grid Reference SJ1461. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bwlch Penbarras

Looking down from the slopes of Moel Fenlli towards the Moel Famau car park. Walking these hills and going to the summit of Moel Famau (topped with the Jubilee Tower on the horizon) is very popular, especially with visitors from the Wirral and Cheshire. This is a section of the Offa's Dyke Path.

Eirian Evans

St Peter's Church, Llanbedr

The ruined medieval church next to Llanbedr Hall, first recorded in 1254, was abandoned when the Victorian church in the modern village of Llanbedr Dyffryn Clwyd was built. This is a view of the interior where a new little altar has been installed. An occasional service is held here.

Eirian Evans

Gate, Llanbedr Church

As of 2021, work has been ongoing ( jointly funded by the Community Council and the Church In Wales) to preserve and restore the site. The work includes new signage & interpretation board, and these new gates as you approach the church

Eirian Evans

Pwynt tirfesur yn lliwiau'r Urdd / Trig point in Urdd colours

The trig point has been painted in the colours of Urdd Gobaith Cymru, presumably due to celebrate their Eisteddfod in Denbigh in 2020.

Ceri Thomas

Llwybrau'n croesi / Crossing paths

Ceri Thomas

Llidiart dan y copa / The gate below the summit

Ceri Thomas

View to Foel Fenlli across Bwlch Penbarras

Looking towards the hill fort of Foel Fenlli from the popular tourist track to Moel Famau.

John S Turner

Footpath to Fron-bellaf from Offas Dyke path

The highpoint in view, accessed by the footpath, looks as though it ought to be a hillfort, however, the hillfort Moel y Gaer is larger and a bit further to the north.

John S Turner

Sunken road at Hirwaen

The road goes south-west from the village to eventually join the B5429

Eirian Evans

Barns at Tyddyn Tlodion

Eirian Evans

A road to take carefully

Ian Greig

View from the Moel Famau path

Looking northward down the Vale of Clwyd towards Liverpool Bay in the distance. In the middle is an old iron age hillfort.

Eirian Evans

The path from Bwlch Pen Barras to Moel Famau

On top of the hill is the Jubilee Tower, built about 1810 to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of George III's reign, the upper stages of which were blown down in a gale in 1862.

Eirian Evans

Jubilee Tower, Moel Famau.

The tower was built about 1810 to commemorate the fiftieth anniversary of George III's reign, the upper stages of which were blown down in a gale in 1862.

Eirian Evans