Chwarel y Fan, Brecon Beacons
Facts and practical information
Chwarel y Fan is a peak in the Black Mountains in south-eastern Wales. It is the highest rise on the long ridge which extends southeastwards from Rhos Dirion. The ridge continues southeastwards to the lesser summit of Bal-Mawr whose top is adorned by a trig point at 607 metres above sea level. A further 1 km southeast along the ridge is the lesser top of Bal-Bach at a height of just over 520 metres. Chwarel y Fan is the county top of the historic county of Monmouthshire, and is also the highest point in the current local government area of Monmouthshire. ()
Brecon Beacons
Chwarel y Fan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Llanthony Priory, Longtown Castle, Llanthony Abbey, Black Hill.