Rheola Forest and Vale of Neath - Ramblers

Swansea Group

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Leader: Karen Gibbs

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Overview

A walk through Rheola Forest to the Roman Road of Sarn Helen, then descend to Neath Canal before climbing again to visit Melincourt Waterfall.

Paths can be muddy and rough in places, trek poles recommended.

Social after walk:
Venue will be decided on the day.

Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

Directions:
•   Take A465, Heads of Valley Road
•   At Resolven roundabout take 1st left
•   then turn left into car Park

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:: SN 82628 03021
Nearest postcode:: SA11 4BZ
what3words:: served.entry.widen

Start time:: 10:00 am

Resolven: Car Park next to the A465 roundabout | Lat/Long: 51.7137, -3.7005

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