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Pontypool Group

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

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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
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

A linear walk from Glangrwyney to Abergavenny on the lower slopes of Sugar Loaf, excellent views weather permitting.  We cross over Llanwenarth Brest, go through an ancient oak woodland and into St Mary's Vale, continuing on lanes and roads back to the cars.

Saturday, 4 October 2025
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
350m / 1148ft
Type:
linear

Please remember your Welsh Bus Pass, otherwise bus fare is £1.90.

There are two short, steep climbs out of Llangenny and Cwm Cegyr and two stream crossings.

Please message the Walk Leader, Ros G. (07773 262068) to book places on this walk.

 

Features

  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 30106 13962
Nearest postcode:
NP7 5EX
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Start time:
9:45 am

Abergavenny Bus Station. OS Expl: OL13 Brecon Beacons National Park (Eastern area)

Finishing point

Grid reference:
SO 30055 13919
Nearest postcode:
NP7 5EX
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Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm

Meet at Abergavenny Bus Station for the 10 o'clock bus to Brecon, we alight at Glangrwyney. On street parking nearby, Byefield Lane Car Park free, Bus Station Car Park £6.80 a day.

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