Penmaenmawr, Conwy, North Wales, LL34 6ER
Cefn Coch Stone Circle
Prehistoric
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6.5
Wildland
1–2 hours
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Why it's Wildland
6.5Above Penmaenmawr, a hill walk leads to a prehistoric stone circle with wide views towards the North Wales coast. Nearby Circle 275 offers another small archaeological stop along the way.
This is more than a roadside monument: reaching the stones means climbing into the open hills above Penmaenmawr, where the ancient circle and far-reaching coastal views make the walk part of the discovery.
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The experience
Walk up to the stone circle, pause to explore the monument and its setting, and look for nearby Circle 275. The return visit described by a traveller took about two hours; longer options are possible, but check route details and conditions.
Things to do
Walk to Cefn Coch Stone Circle
Make the hill walk to the prehistoric circle above Penmaenmawr. The approach includes a climb and farmland; check access and conditions before leaving.
About 2 hours return, according to a visitor account
Find nearby Circle 275
A smaller stone circle is described near the approach to Cefn Coch. Treat it as an additional archaeological point of interest, not as a separately verified route or managed attraction.
Take in the coastal outlook
On a clear day, visitor accounts report views towards the North Wales coast, including Anglesey and the Great Orme.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 2 hours return, according to a visitor account
Quick Escape: the stone circle walk
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Use a verified access point and check the current approach before setting out.
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Walk uphill through farmland and follow the approach to Cefn Coch Stone Circle.
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Pause at the circle and take in the surrounding upland and, on a clear day, coastal views.
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Return by your chosen approach before conditions or daylight deteriorate.
Half day · Half day; allow extra time for route-finding and conditions
Make a half day of it: explore the nearby circles
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Take the hill walk to Cefn Coch Stone Circle.
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Look for nearby Circle 275, described by a visitor and walking guide.
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Spend time taking in the open hillside and coastal outlook before returning.
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Use a current map and confirm your access and parking arrangements in advance.
Verified history
A supplied walking guide describes Cefn Coch, also called the Druid’s Circle or Meini Hirion, as an embanked Bronze Age stone circle about 35 metres across, with ten upright stones surviving and cremation deposits reported from excavation. The popular Druid’s Circle name should not be taken to mean the monument was built by historical Druids.
Hidden details
A second, smaller stone circle — Circle 275 is described near the approach to the main monument. Its precise position and archaeological details are not established by the supplied sources.
When to go
· Choose a clear-weather period with enough daylight for the uphill return walk.
Clear conditions improve the reported coastal views and make the upland approach easier to judge. The sources do not establish a distinct seasonal highlight.
The approach is exposed and the weather can change. A visitor guide recommends sturdy boots and preparation for changing conditions; avoid poor visibility and check conditions before setting out.
What to look for
Notice the surviving upright stones and the circle’s position high above Penmaenmawr. Look out for the smaller nearby ring identified as Circle 275, and take time to scan the clear-day views towards the North Wales coast.
The story
Archaeology
Best time to go
Clear-weather days in any season; check conditions before setting out.
Choose a clear day for the coastal views. Allow daylight for the walk and avoid setting out in poor visibility or worsening weather.
How long to spend
1–2 hours
Perfect for
Walkers · Photographers · History lovers
Before you go
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Listed hours
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
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Practical information
Opening & access
Reaching the circle involves a hill walk over farmland and upland paths. A visitor account describes a steep, narrow lane and a small parking area partway up, but the imported map pin is not an entrance or parking location. Check current access, parking and conditions before setting out; wear sturdy footwear and prepare for changeable weather. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
A visitor account mentions a small parking area partway up a steep, narrow lane. The exact parking point and current availability are not verified; check before visiting.
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Dogs
Dogs should be kept under control on the farmland approach; check current access guidance.
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Accessibility
The approach is a hill walk with a climb and may not suit visitors with mobility limitations. Sturdy footwear is advised; check current route conditions before visiting.
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Around Cefn Coch Stone Circle
Within 50 km · approximate straight-line distances
