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Merthyr Valley Ramblers

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

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
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Overview

From Llanfoist crossing, we amble along the old railway track-bed to where it crosses the canal. Depending on the walkers, we either carry on to Gilwern and drop to the canal there or we return via the canal tow-path.

The walk is 4 to 8 miles / 6.4 to 12.8km

 

Saturday, 16 September 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
6.4km / 4.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

No need to book in, just turn up on the day

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Car sharing available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • Pushchair friendly
  • Family-Friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28610 13308
Nearest postcode:
NP7 9LP
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Start time:
10:00 am

Llanfoist Crossing car park

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