Mountains & hills · South Wales
Y Gaer
Y Gaer — a hill or mountain in wales south.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 3 h–8 h
- Best time of year
- Late spring – early autumn (May–Oct)
- Dog-friendly
About
A British hill or mountain, named on Ordnance Survey maps and walked by hill-baggers. Y Gaer is a named hill or mountain in wales south, 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
Y Gaer is a mountain located in South Wales, within the parish of Maescar. It is known for its prominent elevation and scenic views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can expect a rugged terrain suitable for hiking and exploration, offering a variety of routes for different skill levels. The area is also characterised by its natural beauty, making it a notable feature of the region.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9247, -3.5684
- District
- Powys
- Parish
- Maescar
- Postcode
- LD3 8SP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe
Sources
- manual: geonames-12615488 (CC BY 4.0)
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St Cynog's Church
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Where to eat & stay near Y Gaer
Places to stay
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Aberbran Fawr Campsite
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Places to eat & drink
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Y Gaer?
- Y Gaer is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode LD3 8SP), in the parish of Maescar.
- What is Y Gaer?
- Y Gaer — a hill or mountain in wales south.
- How do I get to Y Gaer?
- Drivers can use postcode LD3 8SP.
- How do I get to Y Gaer?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode LD3 8SP. It sits within the Brecon, Radnor and Cwm Tawe parliamentary constituency.