Fforest-fawr
A nice nature trail through extensive woodlands with lots of wood carvings and some great viewpoints. There is quite good parking here, but it can get busy as it is a popular spot and close to Cardiff. You could also…
One man's incessant wanderings, shared so you can follow in my footsteps if you wish.
One man's incessant wanderings, shared so you can follow in my footsteps if you wish.
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Coed Gwernau Nature Reserve
This is a short and peaceful walk that offers a good way to spend an hour if you have kids – thanks to the good play park – and for active parents there is even a well-specced outside gym. You…
Pontllanfraith to Penallta Rocks via Ystrad Mynach
This route takes you from Pontllanfraith to Ystrad Mynach via a cycle path and then onto Penallta Rocks. You can have food and drinks in Ystrad Mynach. This is a nice walk along tarmac cycle routes / paths and only…
Newport Wetlands
A quick loop around Newport Wetlands, taking in some of the Wales Coast Path, East Usk Lighthouse, a playpark and a lovely café next to wildlife ponds. Newport Wetlands is a very nice place for a stroll because you have…
Penallta Rocks
You can park in a few places to access Penallta Rocks, this route parks in a free car park near a tarmac path that takes you past several ponds and onto the main cycle route, which you can follow to…
Parc Cwm Darran
Parc Cwm Darran has a visitor centre and café open in the warmer months, as well as a camping area and space for campervans etc. There is a play park and plenty of things for kids to do, as well…