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Merthyr Valley Ramblers

We are the Merthyr Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

We leave the lay by alongside the A40 and head up a fairly steep short stretch of road. We then follow an uneven rocky lane until we join the footpath that starts at the Venison centre. We trun left onto that path and follow the lane up and then cross a field where we can go left or right (we will be governed by underfoot conditions) and progress up to the old hill fort area of the Allt. We will stop for coffee overlooking both Pen y Fan and Llangors lake. We then start to descend towards the direction of Pennorth and turn right as soon as we reach a tarmacadam road. We take a left onto a footpath and then cross in front of Tymawr farm before soon reaching the lake near Llangasty Church. The road then leads us back towards the village hall and we turn left just in front of the hall. The lane up is then quite rocky and difficult underfoot, but is not too long. We then retrace our steps briefly before stopping for lunch with great views (weather permitting!) of Pen y Fan. Following the lower footpath we then travers a wooded area on our way back down to the Lay by.

Saturday, 30 November 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.6km / 7.2mi
Ascent:
437.1m / 1434ft
Type:
circular

There is virtually no place to shelter along large parts of this walk, adequate layers and waterproofs are essential along with sturdy boots. While not strenous, it can be daunting for some, If you have any doubts about your ability to complete this walk please give me a ring and I will advise.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 12970 22661
Nearest postcode:
LD3 7JQ
what3words:
bank.narrating.stealing
Start time:
10:00 am

Start Point : Lay by on A40 between Tal y Bont and Bwlch

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