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Mynydd Machen circular

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Overview

Starting from Machen we climb through forestry and moors to the summit of Mynydd Machen then follow the Rhymney Ridgeway path along the hill before dropping down to return to our starting point along a disused railway. 

Sunday, 11 January 2026
Start time:
10:30 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.8km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
410m / 1345ft
Type:
circular

Steep and slippy in places

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 20965 89088
Nearest postcode:
CF83 8NU
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Start time:
10:30 am

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Mynydd Machen circular

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Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8.0 miles
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Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
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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
Join now for just £3.75 per month
Register for an account for FREE