Mountains & hills · South Wales
Gwastad
In or near Argoed.
Gwastad — a mountain in wales-south, United Kingdom, 551 m.
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
- Blaenavon High Level · 3.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gwastad is a named summit in wales-south, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 551 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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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Wye SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Gwastad is a mountain located in South Wales. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views, characteristic of the region's natural landscape. The area offers opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7420, -3.1108
- District
- Blaenau Gwent
- Parish
- Abertillery
- Postcode
- NP13 1HG
- Parliamentary constituency
- Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney
- Nearest railway station
- Blaenavon High Level — 3.4 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q13128822 (CC0)
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Museums · 2.1 km
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Hotels · 2.2 km
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Siberian gulag mural
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Collieries Memorial
Collieries Memorial — a memorial in wales-south, United Kingdom.
📷 3Theatres · South Wales
Metropole Cultural and Conference Centre
Metropole Cultural and Conference Centre is a theatre in the United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · South Wales
Abertillery & District Museum
Abertillery & District Museum — a museum in wales-south, United Kingdom.
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Abertillery Soldier
Abertillery Soldier — a public art in wales-south, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Gwastad
Places to stay
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Pen y fan Caravan and Leisure Park
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CRAI Scout Activity Centre
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Places to eat & drink
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Restaurants · South Wales
Little Crown
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📷 5Historic pubs · South Wales
Penllwyn, Former Manor House Now Penllwyn Arms Public House
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Sultan of Wales
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gwastad?
- Gwastad is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode NP13 1HG), in the parish of Abertillery.
- What is Gwastad?
- Gwastad — a mountain in wales-south, United Kingdom, 551 m.
- How do I get to Gwastad?
- The nearest railway station is Blaenavon High Level, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode NP13 1HG.
- Is Gwastad a protected site?
- Yes — Gwastad is part of the River Wye SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Gwastad free to visit?
- Yes, Gwastad is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gwastad?
- The nearest railway station is Blaenavon High Level, about 3.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NP13 1HG.