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We are Swansea Ramblers. Come with us and discover the pleasures of walking in the Swansea area and beyond. We look forward to seeing you on one of our walks.

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Overview

Join Peter on his birthday for a walk from Penllergare, through Penllergaer Forest, north of the M4, following a woodland path which eventually will lead us to the site of the old Felindre Steelworks.

We’ll head to Llangyfelach Church then return along the A48 to Penllergare.

Social after walk

Afterwards to celebrate Peter’s Birthday, we’ll go for refreshments to the Old Inn at Penllergaer.

Monday, 1 January 2024
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions:  M4: J47: Take the A48 eastbound, (sign-posted Llangyfelach and Morriston).  After 200 metres, turn right to reach the car park.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SS 62360 99231
Nearest postcode:
SA4 9GS
what3words:
buddy.asset.mouth
Start time:
11:00 am

Penllergaer: Penllergare Valley Woods Car Park (£2 charge) | Lat/Long: 51.6747, -3.9926

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