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Mountain Ash and Twyn Brynbychan

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Overview

We are doing a walk from the ramblers site. A hill walk with steep sections but great views across the Cynon and Taff Valleys. Mostly on good tracks but sections could get muddy. Includes forestry, birchwoods and open country.

Rated Moderate+

Sunday, 3 December 2023
Meeting time:
9:30 am
Start time:
10:15 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.1km / 7.5mi
Ascent:
300m / 984ft
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/routes/mountain-ash-and-twyn-brynbychan

Features

  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 04699 83114
Nearest postcode:
CF72 8AW
what3words:
wounds.thinking.zoos
Meeting time:
9:30 am

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 04909 98963
Nearest postcode:
CF45 3HD
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parts.headlines.evaded
Start time:
10:15 am

Park in the large car park by Mountain Ash Railway Station.

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