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

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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

Walk commences from Llanthony Priory car park with an initial steep climb to Offa’s Dyke path later descending to Capel-y- ffin. From here we remain in the valley heading north and slowly ascending until reaching Twmpa then return via Bal Mawr. Final steep descent to Priory where a pint awaits in their pub!

Walkers are asked to carry In Case of Emergency information, this might be on a card, key fob or on their smartphone.

Wednesday, 20 August 2025
Start time:
9:45 am
Estimated finish time:
4:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
25.7km / 16.0mi
Ascent:
883.9m / 2900ft
Type:
circular

Local Grade: A

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28899 27834
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7NN
what3words:
spill.essays.resurgent
Start time:
9:45 am

Llanthony Priory 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