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Pontypool Group

We are the Pontypool Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

Our walk starts in the village of Llanfrynach in the car park at the rear of the now closed White Swan Inn. From here we do most of the accent on quiet well surfaced lanes. We take the footpath up the valley of Cwm Oergwm above the stream, providing us an excellent opportunity to experience time in a quiet part of the Bannau Brycheiniog national park. We plan to stop for coffee at the edge of the wood to enjoy views of the mountain peaks. After walking further up the valley the lunch stop is planned to be beside the shallow waterfalls of the Nant Menasgin beneath the peak of Fan y Big and the Cefn Cyff ridge. All stiles have been replaced with gates to improve accessibility by the National Parks volunteers.

Saturday, 5 October 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
320m / 1050ft
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Peter Fowler (07976 095233)

Public toilets in the centre of LLanfrynach opposite the church.

Refreshments available at nearby Talybont, with a Cafe and choice of two pubs.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 07600 25746
Nearest postcode:
LD3 7BD
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Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park of the closed "The White Swan Inn", Llanfrynach (Small fee possible).

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