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Cilfynydd, Coed y Cwm and Darren y Foel

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Overview

From Cilfynydd the route heads to Coed y Cwm then follows a series forestry tracks on a  long but gradual climb to the area of Pen y Foel.    The route then heads for Gilfach-y-rhyd before descending to join a  south heading track towards Coed y Cwm. At the track end the route descends to join a section of the Lady Windsor trail to Cilfynydd.

Sunday, 25 February 2024
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:40 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
348m / 1142ft
Type:
circular

Many of the paths will be wet but are not especially muddy. I advise wearing gaiters and use of walking poles.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04703 83117
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8AW
what3words:
prongs.waking.crazy
Meeting time:
9:00 am

Llantrisant Leisure Centre car park.

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 08637 92807
Nearest postcode:
CF37 4NX
what3words:
quitter.rocker.nods
Start time:
9:40 am

Approach road to Cilfynydd School

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