This charming hill has much more than meets the eye and is an important part of the local community. Known as the ‘Twmp’, the ‘Nipple’ or the ‘Pimple’, you can find Twmbarlwm in South Wales, overlooking the town of Risca, north of Cardiff. Its nicknames are down to the Iron Age hillfort that rises like a lump on its summit.

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Location: Risca West, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Dan Hobson

November 23, 2020

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Twmbarlwm is a 1,375 foot (419 m) hill that is rich in beauty, history and folklore. From the summit, you are afforded wonderful views of the Severn Estuary. There is an Iron Age hill fort on the summit, too.

David Howells

November 12, 2020

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Beautiful little walk to take in a trig point and a fantastic Iron Age fort.
Twmbarlwm, known locally known as 'the Twmp' (translation: hump), 'the Nipple' or the Pimple because …

JEANETTE

May 31, 2020

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Twmbarlwm, also known as Twm Barlwm, Twyn Barlwm or locally known as "the Twmp" or the Pimple because of the mound that lies at its summit, is a hill situated 2 km to the northeast of Risca in South Wales. It is often mistakenly referred to as a mountain but is actually a hill.

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1. Twmbarlwm from Newport loop

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Hike the difficult 10.9-mile Twmbarlwm from Newport loop, gaining 1443 feet for panoramic views and an Iron Age hillfort.

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2. Crumlin Arm Canal – Cwmcarn Trailhead Arch loop from Crosskeys

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

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3. Cwmcarn Trailhead Arch – Cwmcarn Pond loop from Abercarn

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

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Elevation 470 m

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Location: Risca West, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Twmbarlwm Hill and Iron Age hillfort

1. Twmbarlwm from Newport loop

2. Crumlin Arm Canal – Cwmcarn Trailhead Arch loop from Crosskeys

3. Cwmcarn Trailhead Arch – Cwmcarn Pond loop from Abercarn

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