Banc y Llyn

Banc y Llyn is a modest 280-meter rise in Carmarthenshire that proves you don't need a Sherpa to find a decent view. Overlooking the legendary Llyn Llech Owain, it offers a gentle introduction to Welsh upland walking without the soul-crushing inclines of its northern cousins.

• •The name translates directly to 'Bank of the Lake,' specifically referring to Llyn Llech Owain, which sits at its foot within a popular Country Park.
• •Geologically, the area is notable for its lowland raised peat bog, a rare habitat that has been quietly absorbing carbon since the last Ice Age.
• •Local legend claims the nearby lake was formed when Owain Lawgoch, a Welsh soldier of fortune, forgot to replace a stone lid on a sacred well.
• •Despite being grouped with more rugged peaks, at 919 feet, you are significantly more likely to encounter a local dog walker than a serious mountaineer.
• •The summit offers a commanding view of the Towy Valley, provided the Welsh clouds haven't decided to host a private meeting exactly at eye level during your ascent.