Black Hill and Offa’s Dyke
Further Details
Route Summary:
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
13.04 km | 443 m |
Activivity Type: Moderate Walk
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
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Black Hill and Offa’s Dyke
A walk in the Black Mountains of the Brecon Beacons from the English side that follows the England/Wales border, hardly stepping more than a few metres into Wales. The highlight of the route is the narrow Cat’s Back sandstone ridge that ascends to Black Hill.
The Route
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Dave Roberts
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Routes Nearby
Accommodation Nearby:
- Your Brecon Beacons Business Here for free - 35.0km
- Victoria Wells Forest Log Cabins - 46.8km
- Sugar & Loaf - 65.4km
- Glan y Wern - 103.5km
- Rivercatcher Luxury Holiday Cottages & Cabins - 110.0km
Campsites Nearby:
- Your Brecon Beacons Business Here for free - 35.0km
- Llyn Gwynant Campsite - 138.5km
- Dol Gam Campsite and B&B - 138.8km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 140.9km
- Gwern Gôf Uchaf Campsite - 143.9km
Pubs and Cafes Nearby:
- Your Brecon Beacons Business Here for free - 35.0km
- Victoria Wells Forest Log Cabins - 46.8km
- TÅ· Te Cadair Tea Room - 99.4km
- The Royal Oak Hotel - 135.9km
- Pen y Gwryd Hotel - 140.9km
Other Businesses Nearby:
- Your Brecon Beacons Business Here for free - 35.0km
- Victoria Wells Forest Log Cabins - 46.8km
- TÅ· Te Cadair Tea Room - 99.4km
- Velvethills.co.uk - 111.8km
- Mostyn Cottage - 111.9km
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