We are the Pontypool Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
The first part of the walk follows the Raven Walk in the Sirhowy valley up to Mynyddislwyn. It starts through woodland paths alongside the Sirhowy River and then down into Ynysddu. Crossing to the other side of the valley, it continues up a steep lane and then through fields to the, now disused, Nant y Draenog Reservoir. There is another steep climb through a field and then a slight detour to walk past Twyn Tudor and a visit to St Tudor’s Church. The return is via Troed y Rhiw Road, before turning down a path passing Pant y Trwyn Farm, the home of Isca Aplacas. There is then a woodland path back down to the main road in Cwmfelinfach and return to the start.
Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Lynne Thomas (07935 381834)
Pont Lawrence Rees Lane, Cwmfelinfach. Access is off B4251 Cwmfelinfach. At brown tourist sign for Ynys Hywel, turn down onto Islwyn Street and then at Babell Chapel bear left down to riverside. Drive until reaching the river bridge. Car parking is on the RHS.
