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.
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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…
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…
Roath Lake
Roath Park is a very popular spot, but for a reason. A nice circular walk around the main lake, a good park, café, ice cream van and facilities. Great place to take the kids, plenty of wildlife to feed –…