Wales
Cadair Bronwen NE Top
700M
2297FT
About Cadair Bronwen NE Top
Rising as a broad shoulder on the northern reaches of the Berwyn range, this outlier offers a quiet alternative to the busier main summits. The terrain is typical Welsh upland—an expansive mix of peat and heather—providing a wild, open feel with clear views across the Ceiriog Valley towards the distant Arans.
Key Statistics
Rank
72nd Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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10.7m
Nearest Town
Corwen
Geology
The ground beneath you is built from layers of hardened mud and fine-grained rock, forming the sturdy foundation of this mountain peak.
Classifications
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Latitude
52.9064°N
Longitude
3.3590°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Cadair Bronwen translates from Welsh as 'Chair of Bronwen', referring to the daughter of Llyr in the Mabinogion; this subsidiary top marks the north-eastern edge of the high plateau.
- •Located on the long ridge between the main summit of Cadair Bronwen and the descent toward Llandrillo, this point is marked by a fence line that serves as a vital navigational handrail in the frequent Berwyn mists.
- •The summit offers a specific, clear line of sight north-east towards the hills of the Dee Valley and the distant, undulating profile of the Clwydian Range.
- •At exactly 700.1256 metres high, it narrowly avoids the indignity of being rounded down, though on the ground, the 'top' is more of a subtle undulation than a distinct peak.