Tor y Foel, Mountain summit in Powys, Wales.
The 551-meter-high Tor y Foel stands in the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering views over the Talybont Reservoir and River Usk valley.
Archaeological findings near Tor y Foel reveal evidence of quarrying activities, where materials were extracted for making roofing tiles during past centuries.
The summit represents a significant location within Welsh outdoor traditions, connecting generations of locals through shared experiences of mountain walking.
Multiple access points lead to Tor y Foel, including a bridleway from Llangynidr and a minor public road along the western side.
The hill's geological composition includes sandstones and mudstones from the Brownstones Formation, dating back to the lower Devonian period.
Location: Powys
Elevation above the sea: 551 m
GPS coordinates: 51.86690,-3.28740
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:56
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