Eglwyseg

Eglwyseg is a limestone rock formation that rises steeply along an escarpment and creates several cliff faces and ridges. The site spreads across a substantial area with varying heights and rock structures that define the landscape.

The area holds Bronze Age burial mounds and old field systems that remain visible across the landscape. Limestone quarrying and lead mining shaped the land during the 1800s and left marks that travelers can still see today.

The name Eglwyseg comes from Latin and refers to a small church that once stood here and appeared on maps from the 1600s. Today, this historical connection remains part of how local people understand and relate to the landscape.

The site has many routes for walking and climbing spread across different parts of the landscape. Parking facilities and access points are available, making it easy to reach various sections on foot or begin your exploration from convenient starting points.

The cliffs are home to rare plants found nowhere else in the area, creating a special natural habitat. This botanical importance is recognized officially and draws attention to the site's value for nature conservation.

Location: Denbighshire

GPS coordinates: 53.01445,-3.17900

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:01