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We are Swansea Ramblers. Come with us and discover the pleasures of walking in the Swansea area and beyond. We look forward to seeing you on one of our walks.

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Overview

We will circumnavigate Mynydd Gellionen with an additional spur to Craig yr Allt.

We’ll visit the 17th Century Dissenters’ Chapel with magnificent mountain and valley views throughout.

We’ll stop somewhere en route for a coffee break.

Stiles: There is one stile.

Toilets: In the pub after the walk.

Terrain: Open moorland and fields.  Uneven ground in places.

Social after the walk

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Gwachel in Pontardawe.

Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:30 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions: 

  • Head north on A4067 to Glais Roundabout.
  • Take 1st exit to Clydach
  • Go straight across two mini roundabouts, heading north on Vardre Road.
  • Turn right after ‘Pelican’ Crossing (just before ‘The Vadre/Sam & Ben’s).
  • Ascend Gellionnen Road, bearing left at ‘No Entry’ sign.
  • Turn right uphill on Carlton Road.
  • Turn left by letterbox to rejoin Gellionen Road
  • Continue uphill for just over one mile to the parking area.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SN 70631 04091
Nearest postcode:
SA8 4RL
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Start time:
11:00 am

Clydach: Gellionnen Mountain: Roadside parking | Lat/Long: 51.7205, -3.8744

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