Garnedd Uchaf

Pennant · Wales

Garnedd Uchaf

925 m · 3,035 ft

Garnedd Uchaf

Pennant · Wales

Garnedd Uchaf

925 m · 3,035 ft

Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height925 m3,035 ft
Grid RefSH 68701 66905
OS MapOL17OS Explorer
AreaThe Carneddau

Known since 2009 as Carnedd Gwenllian, this minor Carneddau summit (925 m) lies between Foel-fras and Foel Grach and rises only slightly above the ridge, so it is not always counted in the Welsh 3000s. The new name remembers Gwenllian, only daughter of Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, and the Ordnance Survey agreed to show both names on its maps from 2010. A rock outcrop marks the top, and views north can reach Ireland and the Isle of Man.

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Rock & Ground

Its slopes are largely grassy but steep, and snowdrifts can build up on them in winter blizzards.

Summit Weather

Our Route

Distance11.4 mi18.4 km
Ascent1,060 m3,480 ft
Time6h 20mwalking
Start & FinishSH 6321 6640Circular route, back to the same spot
Directions

Also on this route: Carnedd Llewelyn, Foel Grach, Yr Elen, Drosgl

Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.

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