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Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du

Waterfall

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Woodland, Valley, Riverside

Walking, Photography

Spring to Autumn

Photo: Natasha Ceridwen de Chroustchoff via Geograph.org.uk

Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du is a scenic series of woodland cascades located along the tumbling Afon Cwmau in the Gwaun Valley of Pembrokeshire, Wales. Its Welsh name roughly translates to "water descending-place in the black valley". It is found in the thickly wooded valley slopes within the Pembrokeshire...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

2

Staycations nearby

Parking:

Food:

Staycations:

4 day, 6 overnight

Herons Log Cabin, The Yurt @ Penbanc Pasture

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
North Pembrokeshire holds this secluded spot deep within the wooded Gwaun Valley. Walkers will discover the falls along the riverbank near a couple of small, ancient hamlets.

What type of place is Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du is a waterfall near Pontfaen in Pembrokeshire.

When is the best time to visit Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Spring through to autumn offers the most reliable trail conditions for an enjoyable trek. Heavy rainfall dramatically improves the water volume, making a trip right after a downpour highly rewarding.

What can you do at Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Hiking along the rough, unmade riverside tracks allows you to view the successive cascading tiers safely. Photographers routinely visit to capture the light filtering through the dense oak canopy onto the glistening ferns.

How long should I spend at Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Spending roughly forty-five minutes provides plenty of time to reach the viewing areas and admire the main cascade. Keen hikers often extend their stay to explore the wider glacial side-valley.

Where do I park at Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Ten spaces sit close to the trail, offering motorists four day and six overnight spots. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Dwfr Ddisgynfa Cwm-du?
Herons Log Cabin and The Yurt @ Penbanc Pasture provide two choices in the local area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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