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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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  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
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Overview

From the start point this walk traverses the lower slopes of the Sugar Loaf, descending to the hamlet of Bettws before entering delightful Cwm Bryn Arw.  Continuing, we cross fields to the scattered community of Pantygelli before climbing to the Deri ridge on the Sugar Loaf and returning to the start point.

Saturday, 30 August 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
11.3km / 7.0mi
Ascent:
365.8m / 1200ft
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Lew Lewis (‭07881 700698‬).

Ascent approx. 1200 feet.  3 stiles.  The main climb on the route is just before lunch from Pantygelli to the Deri Ridge.  This will be taken at a slow pace!

Post walk refreshments at The Crown at Pantygelli and/or the leaders house in Fforest Coalpit (tea and cake only!)

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 29223 20035
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7LH
what3words:
relaxing.donates.cabs
Start time:
10:00 am

The Fro car park, Fforest Coalpit. OS Expl. OL13 (BBNP Eastern Area)

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