Llyn Brenig Archaeological Trail
A leisurely walk (countryside) in national park Snowdonia in Denbighshire, Wales, about 4.20km (2.61 mi) long with an estimated walking time of about 1:15h. It is suitable for families with children, but unsuitable for prams & pushchairs, wheelchairs.
Elevation Profile
Ascent
53m (173ft)
Descent
50m (164ft)
Max. Elevation
440m (1443ft)
Altitude Gain & Loss
103m (337ft)
Start & End
Llyn Brenig
Distance
4.20km
(2.61mi)
(2.61mi)
Duration
~1:15h
Difficulty
Leisurely
Ordnance Survey Map
Created by Ros Stockdale on 20 Oct 2010
The 72 bus from Corwen to Denbigh stops at the Archaeological Trail at the north end of Llyn Brenig - two buses a day, Saturdays and Sundays (they are seasonal though, so check at www.denbighshire.gov.uk). Follow the Trail round to view bronze age cairns, ancient hafotti and the site of a medieval grange. Then follow the track along the lake and enjoy the stunning views of the Hiraethog moors and Snowdonia. Finish the walk by crossing the dam and enjoying a well earned drink in the Visitor Centre Cafe before catching the bus back. Total walk length is approximately 6 miles. You can download a guide to the route here: www.cpat.org.uk/walks/brenig.pdf
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Waypoints
OS Grid SH983573
Start the walk at the bus stop near Llyn Brenig. The journey itself is great, through some lovely countryside. Just nearby is a large Bronze Age burial mound known as Boncyn Arian.
OS Grid SH985574
Follow the track to the edge of the woods.
About 0.30 km (~0.19 miles) from 
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The track heads south along the edge of the forest.
About 0.70 km (~0.43 miles) from 
OS Grid SH989564
The next cairn dates from 1950-1650 BC and was originally built as a ring cairn with an open centre.
About 0.35 km (~0.22 miles) from 
OS Grid SH990563
Just nearby is Hen Ddinbych, a 13th Century enclosure used to keep sheep in.
About 0.20 km (~0.12 miles) from 
OS Grid SH995562
Head a little south east to see the Bronze Age kerb cairn.
About 0.51 km (~0.32 miles) from 
OS Grid SH987563
Retrace your steps to reach another cairn, again dating back to the Bronze Age.
About 0.77 km (~0.48 miles) from 
OS Grid SH984567
Continue to meet the track at Hafotty Siôn Llwyd.
About 0.52 km (~0.32 miles) from 
Back to the visitor centreOS Grid SH983573
Walk alongside the llyn to return to visitor centre. When walking, keep an eye on your watch - only two buses home each day!
About 0.59 km (~0.37 miles) from 
