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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.

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Overview

We go up through the Park, then through the American Gardens and on to the Folly. We then descend to the canal towpath and follow the canal going under bridges back to Pontypool park.

Saturday, 25 January 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
213.4m / 700ft
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Diana Adams (07789 606804).

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28554 00607
Nearest postcode:
NP4 8AY
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Start time:
10:00 am

Pontypool Active Living Centre Car Park, Trosnant Street (Free)

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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
Join now for just £3.58 per month
Register for an account for FREE