Ynys Gwelltog

Ynys Gwelltog

Ynys Gwelltog, view from the sea
Ynys Gwelltog
Geography
Coordinates 51°51′12.1″N 5°20′08.5″W / 51.853361°N 5.335694°W / 51.853361; -5.335694Coordinates: 51°51′12.1″N 5°20′08.5″W / 51.853361°N 5.335694°W / 51.853361; -5.335694
Administration
Wales
County Pembrokeshire
Demographics
Population 0

Ynys Gwelltog is a small tidal island south of Ramsey Island, Pembrokeshire, Wales. Its highest point is 56 metres[1] (184 feet).

Etymology

The island's name in Welsh means Grassy Island.[2]

History

In the past the island was considered suitable for pasturing two sheep.[2]

See also

References

  1. Ynys Gwelltog on www.hill-bagging.co.uk
  2. 1 2 Will. Basil Jones and Edw. A. Freeman (1852). The History and Antiquities of Saint David's. 1. Pickering. Parker and Petheram. p. 18.
The island as seen from Ramsey

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