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Llanthony circular walk via Capel Y Fin

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Overview

Circular route from Llanthony Priory. 

From the Priory, following the Breacons Way before joining Offa's Dyke Path for a short while. Steep descent down  to Capel -Y-Fin crossing  over the valley before a steady climb  to join the Cambrian Way. There is a steep descent back down to  the Priory .

Start walk from the free car park at Llanthony Priory NP7 7NN

SO2890427826

W3W///lost.efficient.rural

Leader Lian Mob 07583 084792.

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

Wednesday, 29 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
5:30 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
20.9km / 13.0mi
Ascent:
759.9m / 2493ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.cardifframblers.org.uk/walks

Local Grade: A

 

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SO 28904 27826
Nearest postcode:
NP7 7NN
what3words:
lost.efficient.rural
Start time:
10:00 am

There is free parking at Llanthony Priory

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  • 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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