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Overview

This walk was first undertaken by the miners to travel from home to work in the mines of the Garw Valley. The miners would work 12 -14 hours befor returning home, experience the hardship of our ancesters, and enjoy the views of the 2 valleys.

Sunday, 26 November 2023
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:13 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Parking is in the housing estates and the first section of the walk is popular with dog walkers, so you may have to search for parking. The first section of the walk is exposed so choose warm waterproof clothing.

Features

  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04793 83133
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8DJ
what3words:
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Meeting time:
9:30 am

Llantrisant Leisure Centre for a departure time of 09:30

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 86511 89439
Nearest postcode:
CF34 9GB
what3words:
desks.cloak.stroke
Start time:
10:13 am

10:13 Start Time at Heol Neuadd Domas Street what3words:- bills.slide.only

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