Bryn Bras

Tucked away in the northern reaches of the Arenig range, this rounded Welsh top offers a masterclass in upland solitude. The terrain is predominantly pathless heather and peat, providing a rugged, wild experience for those looking to escape the busier tracks of nearby Arenig Fawr.

• •The name is Welsh in origin, where 'Bryn' means hill and 'Bras' translates as fat or thick, an apt description for the hill’s bulky, rounded profile.
• •The summit provides an excellent vantage point for viewing the deep blue expanse of Llyn Celyn and the vast, undulating peatlands of the Migneint moors to the west.
• •Because it sits away from the main 'bagging' routes, the hill remains one of the quieter corners of the Arenigs, often overlooked by those heading for the higher peaks of Moel Llyfnant.
• •Navigating the surrounding peat hags requires a certain level of stubbornness, as the local sheep are generally far more adept at finding firm ground than the average hiker.