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Swansea Group

We are Swansea Ramblers. Come with us and discover the pleasures of walking in the Swansea area and beyond. We look forward to seeing you on one of our walks.

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Overview

We will visit the historic Iron Furnaces at Neath Abbey then pass under the Brunel Viaduct constructed for the main railway line to London.

We’ll see a man-made waterfall and follow the river upstream to a second waterfall.

We’ll then cross the river and pass through an estate, following a minor road to a dam.

We will then return downstream to the start.

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Smiths Arms where, if you like, you could also have a meal with Tony.

Friday, 22 December 2023
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions:  Take A465 towards Neath.

Exit left before Neath, signposted Neath Abbey Business Park.

Turn right at T-Junction

Park on-street near Abbey remains.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 73705 97335
Nearest postcode:
SA10 7DW
what3words:
stow.taps.wisely
Start time:
10:30 am

Neath Abbey: On-street parking close to Abbey | Lat/Long: 51.6609, -3.8274

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