Bache Hill

Bache Hill, known in Welsh as Bryn Bach, is a subsidiary summit of Rhos Fawr in the Radnor Forest in Wales. It lies east of Black Mixen and is topped by a trig point built on an ancient burial mound. The mound likely dates to the Bronze Age, like many similar cairns and round barrows across Wales. Some walkers question whether the summit reaches 2,000 feet because the man-made mound may only be 610 metres high. The latest OS Explorer Maps, however, shows a 610-metre contour enclosing the summit. The hill’s height and the burial mound make it a site of archaeological interest. Bronze Age round barrows are common in this part of Wales, and Bache Hill’s mound fits that pattern. The trig point offers a clear reference for walkers navigating the Radnor Forest. The controversy over its exact height adds a layer of intrigue for those who explore the area. Maps and local knowledge help resolve the debate for visitors. A walker reaches the summit by following paths through the Radnor Forest. The ancient burial mound and trig point sit at the highest point, surrounded by heather and open moorland. Views stretch across the forest and towards the Welsh hills beyond. The quiet landscape contrasts with the lively debates about the hill’s height. The site rewards those who climb with a sense of history and open space.