Between the principal summits of Aran Fawddwy and Aran Benllyn, Erw y Ddafad-ddu is the third highest summit in the Aran range. From its rugged, cairn-marked apex you are treated to stupendous views across the national park.

David Howells

December 18, 2020

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Erw y Ddafad-ddu is a subsidiary summit of Aran Fawddwy in southern Snowdonia, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom. It is the third highest peak in the Aran mountain range. It is lies at the centre of the main Aran ridge, situated between Aran Fawddwy to the south and Aran Benllyn to the north. Its east ridge leads off to the summit of Foel Hafod-fynydd. The summit is rocky and is marked by a small cairn. It is a UK listed Nuttall.

Clive G

August 3, 2025

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A very fine viewpoint across to the north face of Aran Fawddwy

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Location: Llanuwchllyn, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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