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Taff Ely Group

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

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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

Overview

The route starts with a walk along the beach at Merthyr Mawr to the estuary of the River Ogmore then heads inland Candleston Castle and farm. The return is via Cwm-y-Befos.

 

Sunday, 5 January 2025
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

The route is mostly flat with a few moderate ascents.

There is a risk of minor flooding if after heavy rain.

There may be parking along Beach Road but please be aware of the residents prioriy when parking.

The beach car park is available but the fee is about £6

 

Features

  • Car parking available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04710 83131
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8AW
what3words:
cargo.shady.dumplings
Meeting time:
9:00 am

LLantrisant Leisure Centre car park

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 83703 76907
Nearest postcode:
CF36 5NE
what3words:
crumple.volunteered.cattle
Start time:
9:40 am

The post code is for the Beach car park

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