We are the Taff Ely Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Tony L.
From Goytre Wharf the route ascends across field to join a tree lined path. After a shortish walk along the path the route follows a winding path up hill to Pant-ysgawn. This is the longest ascent before the route follows a tree lined path past Coed Peggy-Peggy-Shams and eventually a gradual ascent onto the open hillside. The total distance to reach this point is about 4Km. The route then gradually descends eventually meeting the Folly. From here there is a short descent and the route follows the canal and fields to the start.
The route is graded as strenuous since that is the only applicable Ramblers grade available but I think it lies somewhere between Moderate and Strenuous. I would advise the use of walking poles for some sections and gaiters depending on the weather. The fee for parking at the wharf is £2 as of April.
There are toilets and a cafe at the visitor centre.
Car Park at llantrisant Leisure Centre
The car park at Goytre Wharf.
