Cwmbran Boating Lake

A nice little walk around Cwmbran Boating Lake and the large play park. You could extend this walk and follow paths further up the park where you’re able to walk alongside the river for large stretches until you get into…

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…

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…

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…