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Merthyr Valley Ramblers

We are the Merthyr Valley Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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

Overview

We leave Barry Sidings and make out way to Mynydd y glyn via the main track and various footpaths. Fairly easy ascent then back to Barry Sidings via Trehafod and Mynydd gelliwion , down into Porth and back via Taff trail.

Saturday, 7 October 2023
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:30 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Unfortunately Google maps gives incorrect directions once you come off A470 at Sainsburys.

As you leave A470 follow signpost for Rhondda Valleys A4058 stay on this road and follow it round under viaduct, past Lidl on your left , past Bethanv Church on your left, carry on for maybe another mile and look for sign on your right for Barry Sidings. This sign takes you LEFT Over a narrow bridge, once over turn left and follow road around to your right into car park.

No parking fee

The café has toilets which we are able to use

Booking is essential

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 05341 90876
Nearest postcode:
CF37 2PP
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Start time:
10:00 am

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