Craig Cwm Silyn, Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, Trum y Ddysgl and Mynydd Drws-y-coed
4 Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), climbed together from Cwm Dwyfor Copper Mine.
- Distance
- 9.8 km
- Ascent
- 970 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 734 m
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About this walk
Craig Cwm Silyn, Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, Trum y Ddysgl and Mynydd Drws-y-coed is a hard 9.8 km circular walk with 970 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Cwm Dwyfor Copper Mine (grid reference SH 538 491). It climbs 4 listed hills, the highest Craig Cwm Silyn at 734 m.
Craig Cwm Silyn, Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, Trum y Ddysgl and Mynydd Drws-y-coed are Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), close enough to climb together. The highest, Craig Cwm Silyn, reaches 734 m (2,408 ft). Hewitts are the hills of England, Wales and Ireland over 2,000 ft (610 m) that rise at least 30 m above their surroundings.
From Cwm Dwyfor Copper Mine, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Cwm Dwyfor Copper Mine, follow the path and tracks towards Craig Cwm Silyn.
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2
The summits
Climb Craig Cwm Silyn, then continue to Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, Trum y Ddysgl and Mynydd Drws-y-coed.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
734 m
654 m
710 m
697 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Craig Cwm Silyn, Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd, Trum y Ddysgl and Mynydd Drws-y-coed take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 9.8 km route, which has 970 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Cwm Dwyfor Copper Mine (grid reference SH 538 491). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Craig Cwm Silyn (734 m, Hewitt); Trum y Ddysgl (710 m, Hewitt); Mynydd Drws-y-coed (697 m, Hewitt); Mynydd Tal-y-mignedd (654 m, Hewitt).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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