Fells/Cefn Eglwysilan
Wales

Cefn Eglwysilan

382M
1255FT
Rank
241st Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Brecon Beacons
Nearest Town
Cilfynydd

About Cefn Eglwysilan

Rising to 382.4 metres, this Welsh Marilyn offers a clear sense of elevation near the town of Minehead. Although situated in the Snowdonia region, its classification as a Hump and Tump ensures it remains a prominent feature of the landscape. It is an accessible objective for walkers seeking a summit with significant topographical prominence.

Key Statistics

Rank
241st Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Brecon Beacons
Nearest Town
Cilfynydd
Prominence
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234m
Geology
The ground beneath you belongs to the Hughes Member, a landscape shaped by layers of ancient sandstone, siltstone, and hardened mud.
Nearby Fells
Coed Craig-yr-hesgCoed Craig-yr-hesgMynydd MeioMynydd MeioMynydd Eglwysilan

Did You Know?

  • •The Welsh name 'Cefn Eglwysilan' translates as the 'Ridge of Ilan's Church', referring to a 6th-century saint whose influence is still marked by various landmarks across this part of Wales.
  • •As a Marilyn, this hill has at least 150 metres of 'drop' on all sides, a classification that marks it as a primary peak within its own local topography.

Find It

OS Grid Reference
ST097905
Latitude
51.6061°N
Longitude
3.3053°W

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