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Mountains & hills · Mid Wales

Gwern-y-gaufron Hill

In or near Llanfair Waterdine.

🐾 Dog-friendly

Gwern-y-gaufron Hill — mountain in wales mid. Elevation: 387 m.

Guardian of the way - geograph.org.uk - 7736088

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Plan your visit

Typical visit
3 h–8 h
Best time of year
Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
Nearest railway station
Llangynllo · 3.1 km
  • Dog-friendly

About

Gwern-y-gaufron Hill is a mountain located in wales mid. Elevation: 387 m. A named British peak recorded in OpenStreetMap. Peaks are typically named on Ordnance Survey 1:50k mapping.

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Protected designations

  • Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Teme SSSI
  • Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Shropshire Hills

Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.

Place summary

Gwern-y-gaufron Hill is a mountain located in Mid Wales, within the parish of Beguildy. It is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for the River Teme and lies within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The hill offers a distinctive landscape that contributes to the region's ecological significance. Visitors can expect a natural setting ideal for outdoor activities and observing local wildlife.

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Coordinates
52.3733, -3.1365
District
Powys
Parish
Beguildy
Postcode
LD7 1RP
Parliamentary constituency
Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
Nearest railway station
Llangynllo — 3.1 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gwern-y-gaufron Hill?
Gwern-y-gaufron Hill is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD7 1RP), in the parish of Beguildy.
What is Gwern-y-gaufron Hill?
Gwern-y-gaufron Hill — mountain in wales mid. Elevation: 387 m.
How do I get to Gwern-y-gaufron Hill?
The nearest railway station is Llangynllo, about 3.1 km away. The nearest town is Llanfair Waterdine. Drivers can use postcode LD7 1RP.
Is Gwern-y-gaufron Hill a protected site?
Yes — Gwern-y-gaufron Hill is part of the River Teme SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Shropshire Hills National Landscape (AONB).
How do I get to Gwern-y-gaufron Hill?
The nearest railway station is Llangynllo, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LD7 1RP.