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Swansea Group

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

An interesting and attractive walk in the Swansea Valley.

We will cross the River Tawe and then begin a gentle ascent to Craig Alltwen & Cilybebyll Church via the village of Alltwen and using lesser-known country paths.

Descending through woodland to the valley floor, we will return along the towpath of the Swansea Canal.

Stiles: 1 stile

Toilets: In the pub at the end of the walk

Terrain: Towpath and country paths with some mud expected. 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to The Gwachel.

Saturday, 15 November 2025
Start time:
11:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Directions: 

  • Follow A4067 north from M4
  • Take 2nd left off roundabout at Pontardawe.
  • Take 2nd left off 2nd roundabout to join A474
  • Take 1st exit at mini-roundabout into retail centre.
  • Turn left into Lidl’s Car Park (park away from the store)

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SN 72269 03756
Nearest postcode:
SA8 4EG
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oasis.informer.rebounder
Start time:
11:00 am

Pontardawe: Lidl Car Park (Bottom of car park) | Lat/Long: 51.7178, -3.8505

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