Mynydd Myddfai and Usk Reservoir

Swansea Group

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Overview

A forest and open moorland walk with superb views of the Carmarthen Fans, visiting the Roman marching camps of Y Pigwn.

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Terrain: Total ascent 432m over open country.

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Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Ancient Briton.

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Sunday, 5 April 2026

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 17.7km / 11.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Website:: https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

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Directions:

From A4067 Brecon Road, continue past entrance to Dan Yr Ogof.
Turn left at Tafarn y Garreg pub.
Follow Trecastle road for 6.8 miles.
At T-junction turn left.
Continue on minor road for 3.2 miles to Pont Ar Wysg car park.

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Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SN 81999 27101
Nearest postcode:: LD3 8YG
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Start time:: 10:00 am

Pont Ar Wysg car park | Lat/Long: 51.9302, -3.7176

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