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Pontardawe & Glais

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Chris Barton & Elaine Reed

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Overview

A walk through the village of Alltwen, up onto Graig Ola, returning from Glais via the cycle path and the old railway line.

 

Social after walk:

Afterwards, we will go for refreshments to the Gwachel

Sunday, 28 September 2025
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
14.5km / 9.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular
Website:
https://www.swansearamblers.org.uk

Directions: 

  • Follow the A4067 north from Swansea towards Brecon.
  • At the roundabout by Tesco, take the 2nd exit A474.
  • At the next roundabout, take the 4th exit for Neath A474.
  • Follow the dual carriageway over the bridge
  • At the roundabout at the top take the 4th exit
  • Come back down the other side of the dual carriageway.
  • The left turn into The Pontardawe Inn (The Gwachel) is just before the roundabout at the bottom of the bridge.
  • Drive past the pub and park on the old road.

Features

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

Starting point

Grid reference:
SN 72427 03760
Nearest postcode:
SA8 4EP
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townhouse.division.crust
Start time:
10:00 am

Pontardawe: The Pontardawe Inn (The Gwachel) | Lat/Long: 51.7180, -3.8481

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