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Wales
Moel y Faen [Llantysilio Mountain]
547M
1795FT
About Moel y Faen [Llantysilio Mountain]
Guarding the eastern flank of the Llantysilio range, Moel y Faen is a rugged introduction to the Dee Valley’s uplands. It’s a landscape defined by prehistoric cairns and Victorian slate-gouging, offering expansive views for those who don’t mind a bit of industrial grit with their scenery.
Key Statistics
Rank
251st Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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59m
Nearest Town
Llandynan
Geology
You are walking on the Nantglyn Flags, a foundation of mudstone and siltstone formed from compressed layers of ancient mud and fine sediment.
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
SJ184475
Latitude
53.0186°N
Longitude
3.2179°W
Did You Know?
- •The fell is dominated by the remains of the Moel y Faen slate quarry, which operated extensively in the 19th century and left a permanent, jagged profile on the hillside.
- •Archaeologists have identified multiple Bronze Age round cairns near the summit, suggesting the site has been a place of significance for several millennia.
- •It serves as the gateway to the Llantysilio ridge, offering a panoramic vantage point over the Vale of Llangollen and the distant peaks of Snowdonia on clear days.
- •Despite its modest height, the fell’s proximity to the Horseshoe Pass means you can experience true mountain weather while still being within smelling distance of a greasy spoon café.
- •The 'path' is often more of a suggestion than a reality, leading hikers into a tactical game of 'find the solid ground' amidst the shifting slate and surprisingly deep heather.