We are the Pontypool Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
A short walk that has it all. From the start point there is a mainly level walk up a hidden valley before a steep but short climb to reach the open expanses of Black Hill. Following more level walking we arrive at the 640 metre trig point and there then follows an exhilarating descent down the ridge, known locally as the Cat’s Back, before returning to the start point. There are no stiles on this walk. As it is being led by an octogenarian the one steep climb will be taken at a slow pace!
* Pre-booking requested. Please message walk leader, Lew Lewis (07881 700698).
Black Hill Picnic Site, near Longtown (at the north end of Longtown take the second turning on the left at brown sign “Black Hill 3m”. Just past Llanveynoe Church keep left and at the next fork take the right turning. Follow brown signs to the Picnic Site).
