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Overview

This walk which will last 5 hours takes in the earthworks of 3 old ruined Iron Age forts.

We will start by following the Wales Coastal Path from Pennard Cliffs National Trust car park.  We will cross the stepping stones on 3 cliffs Beach and ascend to view the first fort which is on Great Tor.

Descending via Penmaen, we will then cut through Pennard to the Bishopston Valley to visit the second fort on Hanging Cliff.

We will then ascend from the valley to rejoin the coastal path and then visit our 3rd hill fort on Pwll du Head, before returning to Pennard car park.

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Southgate Club on Southgate Road which is now open to non-members. 15 Southgate Road, Southgate SA3 2BT

Sunday, 28 January 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions:  Take B4436 Mayals Road from Blackpill to Pennard. Drive along Southgate Road to car park off the roundabout.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 55400 87401
Nearest postcode:
SA3 2DH
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Start time:
10:00 am

Southgate: National Trust Car Park, Pennard Cliffs (charge for non-members of the NT) | Lat/Long: 51.5669, -4.0876

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking