Rheola Forest and Vale of Neath - Ramblers

Swansea Group

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Overview

A walk through Rheola Forest to the Roman Road of Sarn Helen, then descend to Neath Canal before climbing again to visit Melincourt Waterfall.

Paths can be muddy and rough in places, trek poles recommended.

Social after walk:

Venue to be decided on the day

Sunday, 28 April 2024

Start time:: 10:00 am
Estimated finish time:: 4:00 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 16.9km / 10.5mi
Ascent:: 523m / 1716ft
Type:: circular

Directions:

Take A465 Heads of Valley Road.

At Resolven roundabout take 1st left, then turn left into car Park.

Features

Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
Toilets available
Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:: SN 82620 03020
Nearest postcode:: SA11 4BZ
what3words:: stooping.pavilions.painters

Start time:: 10:00 am

Resolven: Car Park next to the A465 roundabout | Lat/Long: 51.7137, -3.7005

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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 quarterly 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

Join now for just £3.42 per month

Register for an account for FREE