Twmbarlwm

Twmbarlwm, also known as Twm Barlwm, Twyn Barlwm or locally known as "the Twmp" (translation: hump), the Nipple or the Pimple because of the mound that lies at its summit, is a hill situated 2 km (1.2 mi) to the northeast of Risca in South Wales. It is often mistakenly referred to as a mountain but is actually a hill due to being under 600 m (2,000 ft). It is 419 m (1,375 ft) high and is a well-known landmark throughout the region. It commands extensive views across what is now the M4 corridor, over Newport and Cwmbran - with part of it coming into Cwmbran - and out over the Bristol Channel.

Twmbarlwm
Twmbarlwm
Highest point
Elevation419 m (1,375 ft)
Prominence48 m (157 ft)
Coordinates51°37′38″N 3°05′47″W
Geography
Twmbarlwm
OS gridST242926
Topo mapOS Landranger 171
Official nameTwm-Barlwm Mound and Bailey Castle
Designated15 September 1933 (1933-09-15)
Reference no.MM044
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