Graig Syfyrddin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Graig Syfyrddin |
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Graig Syfyrddin viewed from the west
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 423 m (1,388 ft) |
| Prominence | 235 m (771 ft) |
| Parent peak | Ysgyryd Fawr |
| Listing | Marilyn |
| Geography | |
| Location | Monmouthshire, Wales |
| Parent range | Brecon Beacons |
| OS grid | SO403210 |
Graig Syfyrddin, often called The Graig, is a hill in Monmouthshire, Wales. It stands 423 meters (about 1,388 feet) tall. You can find it near the town of Grosmont in the northeastern part of Monmouthshire. The very top of the hill has a small bump called Edmund's Tump.
This hill is special because it is made of a type of rock called sandstone. These rocks are very old and are also found in the nearby Black Mountains. Graig Syfyrddin is like a "lone" hill, standing a bit apart from the main mountain range.
Exploring Graig Syfyrddin
Graig Syfyrddin is a great place for walking and exploring. It offers nice views of the surrounding countryside.
The Three Castles Walk
A popular walking trail called the Three Castles Walk goes right over Graig Syfyrddin. This trail is a marked path that connects three historic castles in Monmouthshire:
Walking this trail is a fun way to see both natural beauty and old castles.
What is a Marilyn?
Graig Syfyrddin is known as a "Marilyn." This is a special term used in Britain and Ireland. A Marilyn is a hill or mountain that is at least 150 meters (about 492 feet) high. It must also have a "prominence" of at least 150 meters. Prominence means how much a peak rises above the lowest point connecting it to a higher peak. Graig Syfyrddin meets these requirements, making it a Marilyn.
