Waun Rydd, Mountain summit in Powys, United Kingdom
Description
Waun Rydd is a mountain summit in Powys reaching 769 meters high with sharp ridges on several sides. Craig Pwllfa overlooks the Cwm Banw valley from the northeast and dominates the appearance of the summit area.
History
The mountain lies within the boundaries of the former historic county of Brecknockshire and served local communities as a geographic reference point. The landscape has been an important landmark for people living in the region over many centuries.
Culture
The name comes from Welsh, where 'Waun' means moorland and 'Rydd' refers to open or free space. These terms show how local people understood and described this type of landscape.
Practical
Several hiking paths lead to the summit from various starting points, with the most common routes beginning near nearby villages. The nearest larger town of Brecon offers food, accommodation, and other supplies visitors may need.
Did you know?
The southern edge features Cwar y Gigfran, a significant landslip that drops down to the Blaen y Glyn Bach stream below. This slope reveals how natural erosion has shaped the mountain over time.
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