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The Great Britain Guide

Mountains & hills · North Wales

Pen-ychain

In or near Abererch.

Free admission

Pen-ychain — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 37 m.

Penychain Station - geograph.org.uk - 1043721

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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
Penychain · 0.4 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Pen-ychain is a named summit in wales-north, United Kingdom, with an elevation of approximately 37 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

Pen-ychain is a mountain located in North Wales. It is known for its rugged terrain and scenic views typical of the region's landscape.

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

Coordinates
52.8999, -4.3404
District
Gwynedd
Parish
Llanystumdwy
Postcode
LL53 6HJ
Parliamentary constituency
Dwyfor Meirionnydd
Nearest railway station
Penychain0.4 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Pen-ychain?
Pen-ychain is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LL53 6HJ), in the parish of Llanystumdwy.
What is Pen-ychain?
Pen-ychain — a mountain in wales-north, United Kingdom, 37 m.
How do I get to Pen-ychain?
The nearest railway station is Penychain, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode LL53 6HJ.
Is Pen-ychain free to visit?
Yes, Pen-ychain is free to enter.
How do I get to Pen-ychain?
The nearest railway station is Penychain, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LL53 6HJ.