Mynydd Bwlch-y-Groes

About Mynydd Bwlch-y-Groes

A somber yet striking plateau in the Mynydd Epynt range. Since 1940, it’s been more popular with soldiers than hikers, given its status as a live firing range. It’s the kind of place where the scenery is lovely, but the 'Danger' signs really ruin the feng shui.

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• •The area was forcibly cleared of its farming community in 1940 to create the Sennybridge Training Area, leaving behind evocative ruins and a landscape frozen in time.
• •This fell is part of the extensive Old Red Sandstone plateau of Mynydd Epynt, which translates to 'mountain of the path of horses' in Old Welsh.
• •While it lacks a sharp peak, its height of 442m offers surprisingly clear views across the Usk Valley toward the Brecon Beacons, provided there isn't an artillery exercise in progress.
• •The nearby Epynt Way offers a permissive route around the edge of the military zone, allowing walkers to experience the wilderness without accidentally becoming a target.
• •Navigating here involves a unique game of 'Am I on a path or a tank track?' while keeping a sharp eye out for red flags that suggest your hike might end with a literal bang.