Pen Y Foel: A Hidden Gem above Abercynon
Pen y Foel is a 331m hill in the South Wales Valleys. It rises above Abercynon and is part forested with crags poking out between the trees. This is a real hidden gem of a hill and a great walk.…
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.
Tag Hiking
Cefn Eglwysilan: Peace and Quiet above Pontypridd
This is a gentle walk up to the twin 382m summits of Cefn Eglwysilan, a nice hill in the Rhondda Cynon Taff overlooking Pontypridd. Parking up high means the car does all the hard work and you can enjoy a…
Cadair Fawr: The Gateway to the Brecon Beacons
This is a quick loop of Cadair Fawr, a 485m foothill in the Brecon Beacons National Park that belongs in the county of Rhondda Cynon Taff. The hill has two high points, the highest being topped by a trig point,…
Mynydd y Lan: A wilderness in the South Wales Valleys
Mynydd y Lan is a 385m hill in the South Wales Valleys. It is a peaceful hill with commanding views in every direction, from the Brecon Beacons to the North to Cardiff and Newport in the South. It is one…
Follow Me on YouTube
If you like all things outdoors, tips, gear reviews, wild camps then please subscribe to my YouTube channel.
Fan Bwlch Chwyth
This is the final hill on a two-day walk – albeit one that started late on day one and finished early on day 2, so in reality it was one day’s walking. After summiting Yr Allt the path continues past…