Sleeping Giant on Carningli Mountain
Guarding the folk of Newport Pembrokeshire
One of only two sleeping giants known to exist in Wales, the Carningli giant lays on the hill side above Newport in Pembrokeshire.
Made up of three rocky outcrops, the main and largest being the head of the giant is known as Carn Ffoi and also plays host to the remains of an iron age hill fort/farm. Behind the giant (as viewed from Newport) are the remains of ancient field systems.
Today, the best views of the sleeping giant can be seen from Newport Sands beach or even better from above the giant on the Gwaun Valley road looking back towards Newport.
Accommodation near The Sleeping Giant:
- Holiday Cottages Newport
- Bed and Breakfasts
- Camping and Caravans
- Holiday Parks & Resorts
- Yacht & Boat Charter
Directions to visit Carn Ffoi and stand on the giant:
From Newport, head west along the A487. Just before leaving Newport, take the left hand road (sign posted - Cwm Gwaun/Gwaun Valley) up hill and continue on this road for some 3/4 of a mile. You will pass a larch tree plantation on your left, Carn Ffoi is just after this plantation on the left.
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External links
- TheModernAntiquarian.co.uk - More on Carn Ffoi..
- Cribarth Sleeping Giant in the Brecon Beacons:- Cribarth Sleeping Giant..
