Foel Hafod-fynydd, Esgeiriau Gwynion and Llechwedd Du
3 Hewitts in Mid Wales, the Arans & Cadair Idris, climbed together from Llanymawddwy.
- Distance
- 9.8 km
- Ascent
- 720 m
- Time
- 3.5–4.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 689 m
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About this walk
Foel Hafod-fynydd, Esgeiriau Gwynion and Llechwedd Du is a moderate 9.8 km circular walk with 720 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 4.5 hours. It starts at Llanymawddwy (grid reference SH 904 212). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Foel Hafod-fynydd at 689 m.
Foel Hafod-fynydd, Esgeiriau Gwynion and Llechwedd Du are Hewitts in Mid Wales, the Arans & Cadair Idris, close enough to climb together. The highest, Foel Hafod-fynydd, reaches 689 m (2,260 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 Llanymawddwy, 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 Llanymawddwy, follow the path and tracks towards Foel Hafod-fynydd.
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The summits
Climb Foel Hafod-fynydd, then continue to Esgeiriau Gwynion and Llechwedd Du.
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Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Foel Hafod-fynydd, Esgeiriau Gwynion and Llechwedd Du take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–4.5 hours for the 9.8 km route, which has 720 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 Llanymawddwy (grid reference SH 904 212). 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 moderate. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Foel Hafod-fynydd (689 m, Hewitt); Esgeiriau Gwynion (670 m, Hewitt); Llechwedd Du (613 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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