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Swansea Group

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

A level, easy, two-stage riverside walk from Clydach RSPB Reserve.

You can do just 2 miles or after that, continue for an extra mile.

Stage 1: (2-miles)

We walk down the Lower Clydach Valley Footpath to see the spectacular cascades at Forge Fach, Clydach, then return to the Bird Reserve.

Stage 2: (1-mile)

For those wishing to walk a little further, we will continue up the beautiful Lower Clydach River before once again returning to the car park.

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The New Inn.

Wednesday, 29 November 2023
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Easy
Distance:
3.2km / 2.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions:  Head north on A4067 to Clydach then take the road to Craig-cefn-parc.

After passing the New Inn (on the right), bear left to cross the bridge and immediately turn right into the long narrow parking area.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • Introductory walk
  • Pushchair friendly

Starting point

Grid reference:
SN 68340 02584
Nearest postcode:
SA6 5SU
what3words:
residual.nags.hospitals
Start time:
11:00 am

Clydach: Craig-cefn-parc: Cwm Clydach RSPB Reserve | Lat/Long: 51.7065, -3.9068

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