and view from the summit The view from the summit covers the Black Mountains to the north, the Cotswolds to the east, as far as the Brecon Beacons including Pen y Fan and Corn Du to the west and the Bristol Channel to the south. The Skirrid is easily visible to the immediate east, including its spectacular landslip at its northern end. On a clear day it is possible to see hills as far north as Shropshire and as far south as Somerset. The Sugar Loaf is very popular with walkers and hillwalking enthusiasts and offers easy ascents on foot from the Sugar Loaf car park, at about , or longer ascents from Abergavenny, Crickhowell or Llangenny. References External links The History of the Sugar Loaf Photo showing how it gets its name Photo from the Skirrid Black Mountains, Wales Mountains and hills of Monmouthshire Sites of Special Scientific Interest in Monmouthshire Landmarks in Wales Marilyns of Wales