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Taff Ely Group

We are the Taff Ely Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Overview

This local walk follows the Glamorgan Ridgeway walk from Cross Inn to the Garth and returns across fields via Creigiau and Groesfaen using sections of the Penrhys Pilgrimage.  Depending on the weather we should get good views in places.

Sunday, 1 February 2026
Meeting time:
9:00 am
Start time:
9:10 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
16km / 9.9mi
Ascent:
450m / 1476ft
Type:
circular

This walk has been added at short notice. There will be mud and surface water and the danger of slipping.  Poles and gaiters recommended.  There are 10 stiles, 2 of which need attention.  The amount of climb is around 450 metres, 100 meters of which is steep.  There will be sections of road walking.

Features

  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04698 83114
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8AW
what3words:
wounds.thinking.zoos
Meeting time:
9:00 am

Lantrisant Leisure Centre Car Park

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 05651 82826
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8NZ
what3words:
springing.posting.bundles
Start time:
9:10 am

The roundabout just off the By-pass on the road leading to Rhiwsaeson

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