Highlight • Viewpoint
Nant-y-Gro Dam Ruins
Hiking
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(45)
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Elenydd SSSI
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Emma Spearo
August 13, 2020
Hiking
Destroyed during the famous Dambusters experiments in World War II that led to the creation of the ‘bouncing bomb’, the remains of the Nant-y-Gro dam are well worth the walk. There are also great views of the Caban Coch Reservoir.
Manny & Daisy
February 8, 2024
Hiking
It is an interesting structure to stumble upon and some great history to go with it
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Elevation 280 m
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