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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Banc y Celyn

In or near Builth Wells.

Free admission

Banc y Celyn — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 472 m.

Summit of Banc y Celyn - geograph.org.uk - 669377

Graham Horn — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Cilmeri · 6.5 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Banc y Celyn is a named summit in wales-mid, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 472 metres. Listed in the Wikidata register of UK peaks; see the Wikipedia article for further details on the mountain's location, geology and walking routes.

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Place summary

Banc y Celyn is a mountain located in Mid Wales. It is part of the Brecon Beacons National Park, known for its rugged terrain and scenic views. The area is popular for walking and outdoor activities, attracting visitors seeking a natural landscape.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.1080, -3.3920
District
Powys
Parish
Erwood
Postcode
LD2 3LJ
Parliamentary constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
Nearest railway station
Cilmeri6.5 km

Sources

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Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

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Extensive area of pools and boggy ground below Banc y Celyn - geograph.org.uk - 5773583📷 5

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Where to eat & stay near Banc y Celyn

Places to stay

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Boatside Camping & Caravan Park

Boatside Camping & Caravan Park — a campsite in wales mid.

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Caravan parks · Mid Wales

Caer Beris Luxury Lodges

Caer Beris Luxury Lodges — a caravan park in wales mid.

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Hotels · Mid Wales

Lion Hotel

Lion Hotel — a hotel in wales mid.

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Hostels · Mid Wales

Brecon Forest Farmhouse

Brecon Forest Farmhouse — a hostel in wales mid.

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Campsites · Mid Wales

Riverside Eco Cabin and Camping

Riverside Eco Cabin and Camping — a campsite in wales mid.

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Caravan parks · Mid Wales

Caerwnon House Leisure Park

Caerwnon House Leisure Park — a caravan park in wales mid.

Places to eat & drink

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Restaurants · Mid Wales

The Temple Bar

The Temple Bar — a restaurant in wales mid.

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Restaurants · South Wales

Chang Thai Cuisine

Chang Thai Cuisine — a restaurant in wales south.

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Historic pubs · Mid Wales

The Rhydspence Inn

The Rhydspence Inn in Wales Mid, United Kingdom.

5-bar gate, Pengenffordd, Powys - geograph.org.uk - 7592545📷 4

Historic pubs · Mid Wales

Pengenffordd

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Historic pubs · Mid Wales

Old Swan

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White Hart

White Hart — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Banc y Celyn?
Banc y Celyn is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD2 3LJ), in the parish of Erwood.
What is Banc y Celyn?
Banc y Celyn — a mountain in wales-mid, United Kingdom, 472 m.
How do I get to Banc y Celyn?
The nearest railway station is Cilmeri, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode LD2 3LJ.
Is Banc y Celyn free to visit?
Yes, Banc y Celyn is free to enter.
How do I get to Banc y Celyn?
The nearest railway station is Cilmeri, about 6.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LD2 3LJ.