Abersychan

Cardiff Group

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Overview

Join us for a walk into the hills west of Abersychan. We first climb to a trig pillar with views over Abertillery. On a good day, with a keen eye, some may spot the Six Bells monument.

Our return is via Waun Wen.

Saturday, 18 October 2025

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:: 365.8m / 1200ft
Type:: circular

Starting point

Grid reference:: SO 26025 03478
Nearest postcode:: NP4 7EF
what3words:: shaky.marsh.madder

Start time:: 10:00 am

Turn off B4246, go under arch to park roadside.

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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
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Join now for just £3.58 per month