Cowbridge Circular via St Hillary

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Overview

Leisurely walk around the historic town of Cowbridge via St Hillary.

As walk will be through a couple of livestock farms and we're currently in the middle of the lambing season Registered Dogs Only by prior arrangement with the Walk Leader.

Waterproof boots are strongly recommended as part of the walk is along a river bank.

Starting at the town hall in the historic maket town of Cowbridge, the walk will go into the countryside through Abertin, Stalling Down, St. Hilary before looping back to Llanblethian and returning to the famous Physic Garden in Cowbridge.

First Bus X2 leaves Custom House Road, Cardiff at 09:25 but check on day.

Start 10.15am from Cowbridge Town Hall. High Street Cowbridge CF71 7DD.

Grid Ref SS 99574 74687

Led by Larry tel: 07510 353287

Saturday, 16 March 2024

Start time:: 10:15 am
Estimated finish time:: 2:00 pm

Difficulty:: Leisurely
Distance:: 11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:: 76.2m / 250ft
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.cardifframblers.org.uk/walks

Local grade: C

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Accessible by public transport
Car parking available
No car needed
Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:: SS 99573 74688
Nearest postcode:: CF71 7DD
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Start time:: 10:15 am

Cowbridge Town Hall, High Street, Cowbridge CF71 7DD

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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
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Join now for just £3.42 per month