Third highest summit in the Pumlumon range, Pen Pumlumon Llygad-bychan is perhaps most notable for its proximity to the source of the River Wye. To the north of the summit is the lovely pool of Llyn Llygad Rheidiol, while Pumlumon's principal summit is just a short walk along the Cambrian Way to the northeast. While the summit itself is not particularly distinguished and is known to be on the boggy side, it does offer lovely views across the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales.

Adie

November 24, 2022

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Pen Pumlumon Llygad-Bychan (727m, a Hewitt & Nuttall) is the third highest summit on the Plynlimon massif.

The summit is boggy and marked by a few stones. The source of the River Wye, is just South of the summit. The picturesque glacial lake of Llyn Llygad Rheidiol lies to the North.

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June 5, 2023

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Nice climb up Pumlumon Fawr from this side.

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1. Pumlumon (Plynlimon) loop — via Cambrian Way & Sir Chris Bonnington Trail

14.1km

04:30

590m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Pumlumon Fawr summit – Pumlumon Fawr summit loop from Ponterwyd

13.8km

04:20

520m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hafren Forest Boardwalk – Hafren Cascades Boardwalk loop from Y Fan

23.2km

06:51

700m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Blaenrheidol, Ceredigion, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Pen Pumlumon Llygad-Bychan summit

1. Pumlumon (Plynlimon) loop — via Cambrian Way & Sir Chris Bonnington Trail

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