Mynydd y Lan

Mynydd y Lan is a summit in Caerphilly that reaches 381 meters with a flat-topped plateau at its peak. Wooded slopes cover the southern and eastern sides, descending into the Sirhowy and Ebbw valleys below.

The plateau held a church dedicated to St Tudor that originated in the 5th century as an early British religious site. Norman builders later constructed a new church structure there in the 11th century.

The name Mynydd y Lan comes from the Welsh Mynydd y Llan, meaning mountain of the church, showing how important religious life was in this area. This naming reveals the deep connection between the landscape and faith that shaped the local identity.

Several walking paths run through the woodland, including the Ebbw Valley Walk and Raven Walk, offering straightforward access to the summit and surrounding areas. The routes are well-marked and suitable for walkers of different fitness levels.

A wireless transmission station sits near the northern section of the summit, transmitting signals across the region. This location also marks the southeastern edge of the South Wales Coalfield, the historical heart of Welsh coal mining.