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Overview

Starting from Rhiwderin, this walk explores the Rhymney Valley & visits a variety of interesting places & high points in the surrounding hills…

 

The going is often via fields & woodlands, with a degree of riverside walking thrown into the mix, but some steep, hilly departures also feature prominently - The climb to the ‘Ruperra Lookout’ & then to the castle are both demanding & spectacular for instance, & tha afternoon trek to the top of Mynydd Machen, at 362m; is quite a tough prospect. That said, the views subsequently attained are more than worth the effort involved!!

 

At 15m & close to 3,000ft of ascent, this represents a good day’s outing, with much to engage one’s interest & energy….!

Sunday, 19 October 2025
Meeting time:
7:55 am
Start time:
8:45 am
Estimated finish time:
6:00 pm
Difficulty:
Strenuous
Distance:
24.1km / 15.0mi
Ascent:
914.4m / 3000ft
Type:
circular

OS Maps used: Explorer 166. NB finish time is approximate

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Car sharing available

Meeting point

Grid reference:
ST 58018 73587
Nearest postcode:
BS8 1TZ
what3words:
brands.ritual.lands
Meeting time:
7:55 am

Meet at Priory Road, BS8 1TZ for lift sharing

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 26036 87469
Nearest postcode:
NP10 8RH
what3words:
including.fatter.overhaul
Start time:
8:45 am

The location shown is only indicative. If you wish to join the walk, contact the walk leader for start details.

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