Maesglase and Cribin Fawr
2 Hewitts in Mid Wales, the Arans & Cadair Idris, climbed together from Brynllys.
- Distance
- 9.9 km
- Ascent
- 750 m
- Time
- 3.5–5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 679 m
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About this walk
Maesglase and Cribin Fawr is a moderate 9.9 km circular walk with 750 m of ascent, taking 3.5 to 5 hours. It starts at Brynllys, A470 (grid reference SH 825 163). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Maesglase at 679 m.
Maesglase and Cribin Fawr are Hewitts in Mid Wales, the Arans & Cadair Idris, close enough to climb together. The higher, Maesglase, reaches 679 m (2,226 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 Brynllys, A470, 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 Brynllys, follow the path and tracks towards Maesglase.
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2
The summits
Climb Maesglase, then continue to Cribin Fawr.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
679 m
659 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Maesglase and Cribin Fawr take?
- Most walkers take 3.5–5 hours for the 9.9 km route, which has 750 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 Brynllys, A470 (grid reference SH 825 163). 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?
- Maesglase (679 m, Hewitt); Cribin Fawr (659 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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