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Y Garn Goch

An area of open land crowned by the impressive remains of two Iron Age hillforts – Y Gaer Fawr and Y Gaer Fach – with evidence of Bronze age and Mediaeval occupation of the site too.

OS grid ref SN 690243

The Beacons Way passes through the site which is owned by Brecon Beacons National Park Authority.  Splendid panoramic views across the Towy valley.

 

Geology

    • Silurian: sandstones

Maps

    • OS Landrangers 159 & 160, Explorer map OL12
    • Geological - BGS 1:50,000  sheet: 230 ‘Llandovery’ (due out 2008)

Guides

    • Geotrail leaflet due out in 2008.

Facilities

    • New interpretive panel to be installed in spring 2008.
    • Free car parking at SN 682242
    • Entry: free

Accessibility

    • uneven surfaces, barrier-free; open country

Transport links

    • By car – on minor roads from village of Bethlehem.
    • By train - nearest railway station is at Llangadog 4 miles / 7km to North - see Traveline Cymru
    • By bus – see Traveline Cymru
    • By bike -

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