Mountains & hills · South Wales
Merthyr Common
Merthyr Common — a mountain in wales-south, United Kingdom, 531 m.
Alan Bowring — 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
- Pontsticill · 2.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Merthyr Common is a named summit in wales-south, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 531 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
Merthyr Common is a mountain located in South Wales. It is known for its expansive open moorland and panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. The area is significant for its natural beauty and ecological diversity.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7902, -3.3350
- District
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Parish
- Pant
- Postcode
- CF48 2TH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Nearest railway station
- Pontsticill — 2.1 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q20599623 (CC0)
Other places nearby
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Pen March
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Pontsticill Bridge
Historic bridges · 2.1 km
Madocs Castle
Literary houses · 2.2 km
Valve tower, bridge and outflow on Pontsticill Reservoir
Historic bridges · 2.2 km
White Gate Road Bridge and Aqueduct
Historic bridges · 2.4 km
Pont Sticill
Villages · 2.4 km
Pant
Natural landmarks · 2.4 km
The War Memorial, screen walls and surrounding railings
Memorials & monuments · 2.5 km
Twyn Ceilog
Mountains & hills · 2.5 km
Pant Cemetery
Cemeteries · 2.7 km
Cefn Pyllauduon
Mountains & hills · 2.7 km
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Valve tower, bridge and outflow on Pontsticill Reservoir
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White Gate Road Bridge and Aqueduct
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Where to eat & stay near Merthyr Common
Places to stay
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Nant Ddu Lodge Hotel
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Places to eat & drink
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Sultan of Wales
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White Hart
White Hart — Historic pub — listed building or notable heritage status.
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Penllwyn, Former Manor House Now Penllwyn Arms Public House
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Merthyr Common?
- Merthyr Common is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF48 2TH), in the parish of Pant.
- What is Merthyr Common?
- Merthyr Common — a mountain in wales-south, United Kingdom, 531 m.
- How do I get to Merthyr Common?
- The nearest railway station is Pontsticill, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF48 2TH.
- Is Merthyr Common free to visit?
- Yes, Merthyr Common is free to enter.
- How do I get to Merthyr Common?
- The nearest railway station is Pontsticill, about 2.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF48 2TH.