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Cwm Sychan and more, a circular route

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Overview

We go up Cwm Sychan, then if the weather is fine, we'll be able to see from Pen y Fan to across the Bristol Channel.

Sunday, 6 July 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
2:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Diana Adams (07789 606804).

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 25895 04466
Nearest postcode:
NP4 7RH
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paints.kindest.marine
Start time:
10:00 am

Talywain Rugby Club Car Park (Free), Talywain.

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