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Vale of Glamorgan Group

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Overview

This walk takes us through Briton Ferry Forest, passing above Baglan, skirting the foothills of Foel Fynyddau.

The walk starts with a gradual climb up to Cefn Cwrt Reservoir and continues on fairly good forest tracks in the main.

There is one fallen tree blocking a path that has yet to be cleared but it can be navigated around with a bit of a clamber. There should be some good views over the Afan Valley when we come out of the forest.

We will return to the car park via the old mineral railway line known as the Incline. There are some muddy sections and loose stones underfoot in others ( hence the grade 3 for a section ) so gaiters and walking poles may be helpful.

Sunday, 26 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 74847 94985
Nearest postcode:
SA11 2TS
what3words:
lost.moons.drape
Start time:
10:00 am

Briton Ferry Forest Car Park w3w : falls.comic.hatch

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