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Bargoed, Rhymney river and Gelligaer Common *

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Overview

A walk through varied environments. Starting on riverside paths, then rising through farmland onto open common and finally to descend through pleasant woodland back to the start. Some styles and kissing gates along the way.

Wednesday, 5 July 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:15 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
9.2km / 5.7mi
Ascent:
123.1m / 404ft
Type:
circular

* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader (Peter Fowler).

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 15200 99701
Nearest postcode:
CF81 8QS
what3words:
raves.sand.occurs
Start time:
10:00 am

Car Park opposite Bargoed Library (Take the turning onto the Bargoed Gateway road. Go past the entrance to Morrison’s Supermarket and into the car park at the end of the road.)

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