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Overview

A gradual ascent on forest tracks we visit some of Crynant Forest's hidden treasures with a short steeper rough section on St Illtyds Walk before joining Sarn Helen then we make our way back on the forest tracks with a snack stop on the way.

Good supportive footwear required and clothing appropriate to the weather. Dogs welcome.

Sunday, 14 January 2024
Start time:
9:30 am
Estimated finish time:
2:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Parking - free

Cefn Coed Colliery Museum

Neath Road, Crynant

SA10 8SN

*NOTE - the beginning and end of this walk is along a busy main road with no pavement.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SN 78536 03428
Nearest postcode:
SA10 8SN
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Start time:
9:30 am

Cefn Coed Colliery Museum Neath Road, Crynant SA10 8SN

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