Waun Lefrith

About Waun Lefrith

Standing as the western guardian of the Carmarthen Fans, Waun Lefrith offers vertiginous views over the legendary Llyn y Fan Fach. It’s the perfect spot to ponder Arthurian myths or simply wonder why you didn't bring a heavier windbreaker for that relentless Bristol Channel breeze.

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• •The peak marks the western end of the dramatic Old Red Sandstone escarpment of the Carmarthen Fans, carved into sharp, northward-facing cliffs by prehistoric glaciers.
• •It directly overlooks Llyn y Fan Fach, the legendary home of the Lady of the Lake, who supposedly emerged from the water to marry a local farmer.
• •On a clear day, the summit plateau offers a visual feast stretching from the industrial glint of Swansea Bay to the rugged silhouettes of the Cambrian Mountains.
• •The name Waun Lefrith translates roughly to 'milk moor,' though you’ll find significantly more sheep droppings than dairy products scattered across its grassy expanse.
• •The path down to the lake is a scenic knee-cruncher that will have you walking like a newly-born giraffe for at least three days after your descent.