Foel Fenlli

Foel Fenlli is a summit reaching 511 meters and the second-highest peak in the Clwydian Range in North Wales. The top features an Iron Age hillfort with visible ramparts enclosing the entire summit area and an entrance on the western side.

The hillfort dates to the Iron Age and served as a fortified settlement on this prominent summit. The structure reflects the strategic importance of the location during the early British periods.

The hill holds a place in Welsh folklore through stories of King Benlli and his conflict with Saint Germanus. Walking across the slopes, visitors can feel the connection between the landscape and these old local tales.

Multiple trails lead to the summit, with various routes available from different starting points in the surrounding area. Routes are generally well marked, but proper gear and care during wet or windy weather are recommended.

The fort contains roughly two dozen preserved hut platforms scattered across its southwestern section. A natural spring near the center of the enclosure suggests how residents accessed fresh water during inhabitation.

Location: Llanbedr-Dyffryn-Clwyd

Elevation above the sea: 511 m

GPS coordinates: 53.13130,-3.24970

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:02