Moelwyn Bach, Moelwyn Mawr, Cnicht and Moel-yr-hydd
4 Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), climbed together from Tan-y-grisiau.
- Distance
- 13.8 km
- Ascent
- 1250 m
- Time
- 5.5–7.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 770 m
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About this walk
Moelwyn Bach, Moelwyn Mawr, Cnicht and Moel-yr-hydd is a hard 13.8 km circular walk with 1,250 m of ascent, taking 5.5 to 7.5 hours. It starts at Tan-y-grisiau (grid reference SH 680 449). It climbs 4 listed hills, the highest Moelwyn Mawr at 770 m.
Moelwyn Bach, Moelwyn Mawr, Cnicht and Moel-yr-hydd are Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), close enough to climb together. The highest, Moelwyn Mawr, reaches 770 m (2,526 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.
This route starts from Tan-y-grisiau and follows paths and tracks for most of the way, with rougher ground near the top. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Tan-y-grisiau, follow the path and tracks towards Moelwyn Bach.
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2
The summits
Climb Moelwyn Bach, then continue to Moelwyn Mawr, Cnicht and Moel-yr-hydd.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
712 m
770 m
691 m
648 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Moelwyn Bach, Moelwyn Mawr, Cnicht and Moel-yr-hydd take?
- Most walkers take 5.5–7.5 hours for the 13.8 km route, which has 1,250 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 Tan-y-grisiau (grid reference SH 680 449). 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?
- Moelwyn Mawr (770 m, Hewitt); Moelwyn Bach (712 m, Hewitt); Cnicht (691 m, Hewitt); Moel-yr-hydd (648 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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