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Overview

When the leader led this walk previously he called it a sausage walk as the map looks a bit like a string of sausages.  However he regretted this description after calls asking if they needed to bring their own sausages. 

The walk is mainly on forest tracks with decent views over the vale below.  It passes a few old industrial workings.

As there is only a small car park at the start I am asking people to meet at Llantrisant Leisure Centre.  If this causes anyone problems then please contact the leader by telephone prior to Sunday. 

Sunday, 24 November 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.1km / 8.8mi
Ascent:
390m / 1280ft
Type:
circular

This walk has been arranged for the Sunday when many of the group will be away at St David’s for the week end.

The walk is mainly on forest tracks some of which may be muddy, wet or have a rough surface.  There are three stiles, two without step-ups and a total climb of around 390 metres.  There is one short steep climb of 40 metres.  There are two difficult descents, both are short; the first is very stony and the second is on grass that will be slippery if wet.  Motorbikes have cut ruts on one of the paths.  For these reasons walking poles are suggested.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04694 83116
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8AW
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Meeting time:
9:00 am

Llantrisant Leisure Centre Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 83120 87989
Nearest postcode:
CF34 9SD
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Start time:
9:40 am

Not Specified. Please contact leader if you cannot go to the meeting point.

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