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Taff Ely Group

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

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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

Overview

Join me as we walk from the village of Nelson through Trelewis, via the cycle route 47 path. Until we reach a hidden gem, Parc Taf Bargoed.

Or as the locals call it 'The Lakes'.

 

Thursday, 31 July 2025
Start time:
7:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
9:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
7.2km / 4.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Situated in the beautiful Taf Bargoed Valley, once the site of three collieries.

The park covers an area of 140 hectares and was the subject of an ambitious land reclamation scheme, that transformed the site into an area blessed with an array of wildlife, plants and insects.

On the lake we will see Swans, Ducks and Canada Geese.

 

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Dog friendly
  • No Stiles
  • Family-Friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 10521 95526
Nearest postcode:
CF46 6HE
what3words:
mingles.uproot.flames
Start time:
7:00 pm

Pentwyn Road Nelson Wales. Park opposite Hollybush pub.

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