Cadair Berwyn Wall Art Prints and Thin Canvas
New to The Art Locker, this glorious 10+ layer view of the British countryside, from the summit of Cadair Berwyn.
This beautiful image was captured early on a February morning in 2023, and is available as a museum-quality wall or print or slimline canvas.
Rolling hills reveal a fog-filled valley, and layer upon layer of countryside leads the eye into an aircraft moving through a cloudy morning sky.
It’s available in a variety of sizes on either wall canvas, or as a print. Here’s a zoomed-in view of those valley trees in the early morning cloud.
It took 3 days to capture this image! Yes, really.
I climbed Cadair Berwyn mountain to capture some images and timelapse video in February 2023. I took my tent and planned to wild camp on the summit, giving me a couple of decent opportunities to capture something amazing.
I had a fantastic sunset, but the fog quickly rolled in just after dusk and surrounded my little wild camping spot with clag. So I stayed another night, a great excuse for a 3-day trip. Right?
Morning two was fantastic. The fog had eased but the air remained humid, giving this lovely warm glow to the air as the sun rose up over Shropshire in the distance.
Brilliant. I love the views from Cadair Berwyn, and I’m pleased to offer this shot in The Art Locker.
I’ll make a full blog post on the route in the next few weeks, and there will be a behind-the-scenes YouTube video at some point too.
Cadair Berwyn
Cadair Berwyn is a mountain located in North Wales and is part of the Berwyn range. It is the highest point in the range, standing at 830 meters (2,723 feet) above sea level. This mountain is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its stunning panoramic views and challenging terrain, and a perfect mountain summit for photographers!
The name Cadair Berwyn comes from the Welsh language, where "Cadair" means chair and "Berwyn" means "place of the white head". The Berwyn range is located between Llangollen in Denbighshire and Bala in Gwynedd, and is known for its rugged, wild and quiet landscape.
The Cadair Berwyn walk I took is one of the most popular hikes in the region and offers a challenging yet rewarding experience. The walk starts from the Pistyll Rhaeadr car park, which is a short drive from the village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant. From the car park, the route follows a well-marked path that takes you through open moorland, rocky paths, boggy ground and grassy slopes.
The ascent to the summit of Cadair Berwyn is steep and rocky, requiring a good level of fitness and experience in hillwalking, I found it quite difficult with 30kg of camera gear. However, the effort is well worth it, as hikers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, it is possible to see as far as Snowdonia and out to the Irish Sea. On this occasion, I was lucky enough to see many of the Snowdonia mountains I love so much surrounded by low fog and clouds.
The walk also takes in a number of other landmarks along the way, including the impressive Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall, which is the tallest waterfall in Wales, and Llyn Lluncaws, cheese lake (more on that in the video), a beautiful glacial lake set against the backdrop of the Berwyn Range. Wildlife is also abundant on the walk, with red kites, buzzards, and mountain hares often seen along the route.
The Cadair Berwyn walk is approximately 12 miles long and takes around 7-8 hours to complete, or 3 days at the worst…..! The route is well-signposted and is suitable for walkers of all abilities with a good level of fitness. I’d advise coming prepared with sturdy walking boots, warm and waterproof clothing, and plenty of food and water, you never know how long you might be there….
In my opinion, Cadair Berwyn is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the natural beauty of North Wales. The challenging yet rewarding hike to its summit offers stunning views, impressive landmarks, and an opportunity to connect with nature in a truly wild and unspoilt landscape. Brilliant. Why not consider giving wild camping a go too? I’ll have a full detailed blog post up soon, be sure to check that out.
Thanks
Chris
A 10-layer morning view of the British countryside from the summit of Cadair Berwyn, on a thin wall canvas.
Cadair Berwyn is a mountain located in North Wales and is part of the Berwyn range. It is the highest point in the range, standing at 830 meters (2,723 feet) above sea level. This mountain is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its stunning panoramic views and challenging terrain. It was from the summit of Cadair Berwyn, early on a February morning in 2022, that this image was captured.
The name Cadair Berwyn comes from the Welsh language, where "Cadair" means chair and "Berwyn" means "place of the white head". The Berwyn range is located between Llangollen in Denbighshire and Bala in Gwynedd, and is known for its rugged, wild landscape.
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The summit of Cadair Berwyn is one of the most breathtaking locations in the Welsh countryside. At dawn, the mountain offers an otherworldly and mystical view of the landscape below. From this vantage point, you can see multiple layers of rural land, all enveloped in a thick mist, bathed in the soft pink and orange light of the sunrise.
As you stand atop the mountain, the world seems to be at your feet. The mist is so thick that it obscures everything below, creating a dreamlike world that is both eerie and enchanting. The pink and orange light of the sunrise is just starting to break through the clouds, casting a warm glow over the entire landscape.
As the mist begins to lift, you can see the multiple layers of the Welsh countryside spread out below you. The hills and valleys are a patchwork of green and brown, each one more defined than the last. The villages and hamlets are barely visible, but you can make out the occasional rooftop or chimney poking through the thick fog.
The sun begins to rise higher in the sky, casting an ever-widening circle of light across the countryside. The pink and orange hues of the sunrise give way to a soft golden light that illuminates the landscape below. The layers of rural land come into sharp relief, each one more stunning than the last.
The mist begins to evaporate, revealing even more of the countryside below. The colors shift and change as the light changes, from soft pink to warm orange to a deep, rich red. The landscape seems to come alive with the sound of birds and the distant bleating of sheep.
From the summit of Cadair Berwyn, you can see the Welsh countryside in all its natural beauty. The layers of rural land, the mist, and the sunrise create an atmosphere that is both mystical and peaceful. This is a view that will stay with you forever, a memory of the serene beauty of the Welsh countryside on a misty morning.