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Tawe Trekkers Group

We are the Tawe Trekkers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Please join us on a pleasurable, strenuous walk through a variety of scenery, visiting Dare, Rhondda Fach, Aman and Cynon Valleys. Taking in a reservoir and Hilltops with Extensive views. As expected here, there is interesting evidence of former industry, now taken over by wildlife.

Sunday, 20 August 2023
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
16.3km / 10.1mi
Ascent:
300m / 984ft
Type:
circular

Good foot-ware is required for the steep climbs and ascents,  A good level of fitness is also necessary. There are no technically difficult sections however some of the steep ascents could become slightly slippery if walk conditions become damp or wet. Most of the terrain is along made up path and gravel access roads with some sections in forestry.  Layers of clothing might be needed in exposed locations along the route. Waterproofs may also be required. Dogs are welcome along but their owners will be required to keep then on lead in areas likely to have sheep etc, also on bridleways shared by horse-riders.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 00024 02594
Nearest postcode:
CF44 7AG
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squad.lots.bounty
Start time:
9:30 am

Aberdare, Crown Buildings 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