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Wales
Mynydd y Cwm [Coed Cwm]
305M
1000FT
About Mynydd y Cwm [Coed Cwm]
Standing at a mathematically satisfying 1,000 feet, this sturdy hill serves as a sentinel over the Ebbw Valley. It offers a fascinating blend of industrial grit and rugged moorland, acting as a scenic gateway to the higher peaks of the Brecon Beacons.
Key Statistics
Rank
949th Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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150m
Nearest Town
Marian Cwm
Geology
You are walking over layers of ancient sandstone and hardened mud. These rocks, called the Denbigh Grits and Nantglyn Flags, form the solid foundation beneath your feet.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
SJ073767
Latitude
53.2791°N
Longitude
3.3917°W
Did You Know?
- •The hill stands at a precise 304.8 meters, making it an ideal 'thousand-footer' for hikers who find the metric system lacks a certain round-number satisfaction.
- •It overlooks the site of the former Ebbw Vale Steelworks, providing a bird's-eye view of how nature is slowly reclaiming one of Wales's most significant industrial landmarks.
- •The name Mynydd y Cwm translates to 'Mountain of the Valley,' a description so literal it suggests the local name-givers were having a very uninspired day.
- •Its lower slopes are home to the Coed Cwm woodland, which offers a rare bit of shelter before the path breaks out onto the exposed and frequently wind-battered ridge.
- •Navigating the summit involves dodging several 'false summits' and a collection of local sheep who seem to find your heavy breathing and expensive Gore-Tex deeply amusing.