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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.

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
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Overview

An interesting walk showing the transformation of Ebbw Vale and the re-wilding of the surrounding landscape. Climbing over Cefn Manmoel it takes in parts of the Sirhowy Valley Walk through ancient tracks lined with many large old native trees.

Saturday, 16 September 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.2km / 7.6mi
Ascent:
638.6m / 2095ft
Type:
circular

* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Colin Watson (07799 880384)

and, Yes!  The first photo is of the old machinery which forms the backdrop of our home page group photo.

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 17010 07621
Nearest postcode:
NP23 6UR
what3words:
soup.sheep.safety
Start time:
10:00 am

Signposted "Garden City", Ebbw Vale (travelling from the north last turning on right just before Festival Park roundabout on A4046. Park in cul de sac immediately on left)

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