Pentre Newydd Hill

Rising modestly near Scleddau, Pentre Newydd Hill is less a mountain and more of a gentle bump that offers surprisingly decent views of the Pembrokeshire landscape. It is the perfect choice for hikers who want the satisfaction of a 'summit' without the actual inconvenience of getting tired.

• •Standing at 217 meters, it is officially classified as a 'Tump,' meaning it has a prominence of at least thirty meters. It is a modest achievement, but it still counts as a win on any respectable hill-bagging spreadsheet.
• •The name Pentre Newydd translates from Welsh as 'New Village,' though the surrounding area remains resolutely and peacefully rural. It’s a spot where the most exciting 'new' development is usually a fresh gate post.
• •From the top, you can survey the lands toward Fishguard, famous for being the site of the 'Last Invasion of Britain' in 1797. Thankfully, the only modern invaders you'll encounter here are the occasional pair of stray binoculars.
• •The hill provides an excellent vantage point for the Preseli Hills to the east. Those peaks provided the famous bluestones for Stonehenge, a geological connection that makes this humble hill feel far more high-brow by association.
• •The incline is so slight that you might accidentally reach the summit while simply looking for a flat place to sit down. If you find yourself checking your GPS for a 200-meter hill, the local sheep will definitely judge you.