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Jacob's Ladder (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park)

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Jacob's Ladder (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park)

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Jacob's Ladder (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park)

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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  • Location: Llanfrynach, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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    October 30, 2024

    Hiking

    Demanding trail but worth every minute of it. Outstanding views on a good day 👏

    April 12, 2025

    Hiking

    nice walk

    January 6, 2026

    Hiking

    Jacob's Ladder is the steep route from the col with Cribyn to the summit of Pen y Fan. For most part it is just a steep climb on a good path, but there is some very minor scrambling right at the top.
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    Corn Du summit – Pen y Fan loop from Beacons Reservoir

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    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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

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

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    Elevation 760 m

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    Location: Llanfrynach, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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