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Rhos Dirion Ramble – 2nd August
Join us for a 'Fine Moor' 9.5-mile ramble in the beautiful Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park!
🗓 Date: Saturday 2nd August
⏰ Meet: 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start
📍 Start point: Car park marked Blaen-y-cwm on OS maps and Mynydd Du on Google Maps: Google Maps link
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⚠️ Important: The minor single-lane road leading to this car park is slow — please allow extra time.
Expected finish time: around 3:00 pm.
Route details:
We’ll start in a quiet remote valley, passing the Grwyne Fawr reservoir and bothy. The route includes a steady 300 m ascent over 7 km along a mountain path, leading us to the pass between Waun Fach and Rhos Dirion. From here, we’ll enjoy sweeping views across central Wales before a short climb to the Rhos Dirion trig point.
After soaking in the views, we’ll follow the long ridgeline to the south-east, which (weather permitting!) offers excellent views for the rest of the walk. We’ll descend via a sharp 1:3 gradient on an uneven path (approx. 1 km) back to the car park.
What to bring:
🚗 The car park is adequate but not large — please car share if possible.
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging (due to the length, ascent, and final steep descent).
Essential Info
👟 Attire and Footwear:
Dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy walking boots are highly recommended for your comfort and safety
😋Snacks
Bring a packed lunch and water
🐾 Pets Policy:
Dogs are not permitted on this walk, except for registered assistance dogs. If you have any concerns about route suitability, please consult with the walk leader beforehand.
📷 Photography
We encourage you to take photos on our walks, but we ask that you do not share photos that include people’s faces publicly (including Meetup) without their clear permission.
Occasionally, group photos may be taken during walks. The photographer will always tell you where these will be shared, such as Meetup, the 20s and 30s members’ WhatsApp group, or for promotional purposes on the Gloucestershire Walking Group website.
If you do not want to be in a photo, please step aside.
If you need to withdraw photo consent after an image is taken or shared, or if you have any concerns, please email: GWG20s30s@hotmail.com
📢 Update Etiquette:
If your plans change, kindly update your RSVP status promptly. This ensures others have the opportunity to join the walk.
📞 Emergency Contacts:
Please carry emergency contact details with you at all times. Your safety is our priority!
We look forward to sharing this beautiful and wild corner of the Brecon Beacons with you! 🌄
Car park marked Blaen-y-cwm on OS maps and Mynydd Du on Google Maps: Google Maps link What3words: ///punctured.puffed.twigs
