Mountains & hills · North Wales
Moel y Gaer
In or near Burton.
Moel y Gaer — a hill or mountain in wales north.
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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
- Flint · 5.3 km
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Moel y Gaer is a named hill or mountain in wales north, recorded in the GeoNames UK gazetteer. British landmarks of this type are typically marked on Ordnance Survey maps and recorded in the national gazetteer for cartographic and navigational reference. Coordinates and feature classification are sourced from the GeoNames open dataset.
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Place summary
Moel y Gaer is a mountain located in North Wales, within the parish of Halkyn. It is known for its scenic views and natural beauty, attracting outdoor enthusiasts. The area provides opportunities for walking and exploring the surrounding landscape. The postcode for the region is CH7.
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- Coordinates
- 53.2129, -3.1835
- District
- Flintshire
- Parish
- Halkyn
- Postcode
- CH7 6PP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Clwyd East
- Nearest railway station
- Flint — 5.3 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-12609352 (CC BY 4.0)
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Rhosesmor war memorial
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Pant-y-Go Mine Reservoir
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Places to eat & drink
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Moel y Gaer?
- Moel y Gaer is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH7 6PP), in the parish of Halkyn.
- What is Moel y Gaer?
- Moel y Gaer — a hill or mountain in wales north.
- How do I get to Moel y Gaer?
- The nearest railway station is Flint, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode CH7 6PP.
- How do I get to Moel y Gaer?
- The nearest railway station is Flint, about 5.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CH7 6PP.