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Pontypool Group

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Overview

From the start point this walk will follow the “Mon & Brec” canal, then climb to Pontypool Folly thence descending to Trevethin and return via Pontypool Park to the start point.

Tuesday, 31 October 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Alistair Mackinnon (07485 091488)

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28450 00531
Nearest postcode:
NP4 8AY
what3words:
boil.jolly.motor
Start time:
10:00 am

Pontypool Leisure Centre car park.

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