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Pontrhydyfen, Cwm Afan & Cwm Pelenna

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Overview

A valley and forest walk with 456 metres of ascent, covering Mynydd Pen-Rhys and Mynydd Nant-y-bar.

Social after walk:
Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to a suitable venue.
 

Sunday, 20 April 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16.1km / 10.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

Directions:  
•    Take exit 41 off M4 for Port Talbot, then
•    B4286 Cwmavon Road
•    Continue to Pontrhydyfen 
•    Turn right on B4287 Queen Street, then 
•    Right again for the car park

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 79996 94194
Nearest postcode:
SA12 9RY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Pontrhydyfen: Rhyslyn Car Park | Lat/Long: 51.6337, -3.7354

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  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
Join now for just £3.58 per month
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