Wales
Mynydd Rhyd Ddu
389M
1276FT
About Mynydd Rhyd Ddu
Rising 389m above the village of Betws Gwerfil Goch, Mynydd Rhyd Ddu is a quintessential rolling Welsh hill. It offers a gentle, heather-topped escape from the crowds of the higher peaks, perfect for those who enjoy expansive views without the risk of altitude sickness.
Key Statistics
Rank
705th Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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165m
Nearest Town
Whaley Bridge
Geology
Old Red Sandstone
Nearby Fells
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OS Grid Reference
SJ054477
Latitude
53.0182°N
Longitude
3.4117°W
Did You Know?
- •The fell’s name translates as 'Mountain of the Black Ford', likely referring to the dark, tannin-stained streams that meander through the nearby peat bogs.
- •It overlooks the historic parish of Betws Gwerfil Goch, a village named after a 12th-century princess, which historically served as a quiet stop on the old coach roads.
- •Being in the LL postcode area, the region shares its mail processing with Chester, a quirky postal arrangement that keeps north Wales connected to the English border.
- •The summit offers a surprisingly clear panorama of the Berwyn Range to the south, showcasing the undulating Silurian gritstone that defines this corner of the country.
- •The climb is so manageable that the most significant hazard is the local sheep, who have mastered a look of deep, silent disappointment should they see you checking a GPS for a path that is clearly just a sheep track.