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Mountain Ash West walks
Four falls trail
Visorando Member
5.15 mi
+840 ft
-860 ft
3h 05
Moderate
Departure from Ystradfellte (Powys)
This trail leads you to Sgwd-yr-Eira, Sgwd y Pannwr, Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn and Sgwd Clun-Gwyn.
Pen y Fan
4.65 mi
+1,572 ft
-1,552 ft
3h 30
Easy
Departure from Glyn Tarell (Powys)
A circular hike which allows easy access to Pen y Fan (886 m); the highest peak in the Brecon Beacons and South Wales. A walk through stunning landscapes, surrounded by sheep.
Very busy intinerary in high season.
Day 6 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Danywenallt to YHA Llangattock
Association / Club / Walk leader17.65 mi
+3,412 ft
-2,972 ft
11h 05
Moderate
Departure from Talybont-on-Usk (Powys)
The route goes from YHA to YHA but essentially follows the Brecon Beacons Way going west-to-east. This section goes through a Site of Special Scientific Interest as it passes Llangorse Lake (Lyn Syfaddan). Formed in the Ice Age, it is one of the few naturally eutrophic lakes in Wales and is of national if not international importance.
Day 7 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Llangattock to Llantony
15.09 mi
+3,419 ft
-3,661 ft
9h 55
Moderate
Departure from Llangattock (Powys)
This route takes us across the River Usk and through Crickhowell, up Table Mountain to visit Crug Hywel (fort), over the Grwyne Fechan valley, up to Crug Mawr and down into Grwyne Fawr valley. It passes Partrishow Church, parts of which date from before 1065. Then it's a climb up Garn Wen and Bâl Bach before dropping down to Llantony and the Prior.
Michaelstone-y-Fedw
5.59 mi
+351 ft
-341 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Michaelston-y-Vedw (Newport)
Michaelstone-y-Fedw Circular Walk. Rural footpaths through woodland and pasture with some steep sections.
Stiles and gates to negotiate. Look out for the distinct Michaelstone-y-Fedw Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Day 5 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Brecon Beacons to YHA Danywenallt
18.32 mi
+3,570 ft
-3,973 ft
11h 30
Moderate
Departure from Glyn Tarell (Powys)
The route continues on the west-to-east Brecon Beacons Way, now over halfway to its final destination at Abergavenny Station. This is possibly the most strenuous day's walking as there are a number of climbs, starting with Corn Du and Pen y Fan. However, on a clear day, the views are spectacular.
Rhymney River
6.78 mi
+643 ft
-643 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Michaelston-y-Vedw (Newport)
The Rhymney River Walk is a seven-mile circular walk around the lower Rhymney Valley.The short climbs through dappled woodland reward the walker with panoramic views of the valley floor and archaeological heritage of the area.
Rhiwderin
4.26 mi
+689 ft
-669 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Graig (Newport)
Mostly rural paths, woodland tracks with some steep climbs, stiles and gates to negotiate. Enjoy great views over the rolling countryside around Machen. Look out for the distinct Rhiwderin Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Day 4 of the Brecon Beacons Way - Craig-y-Nos to YHA Brecon Beacons
16.24 mi
+2,818 ft
-2,510 ft
9h 55
Moderate
Departure from Tawe-Uchaf (Powys)
We're now well into the Brecon Beacons Way and this route begins with a walk through the Ogof Ffynnon Ddu National Nature Reserve, designated to protect its limestone pavements, associated flora and caves beneath. Then it heads north to climb up to Fan Llia and follow the crags over to Storey Arms. It then takes the Taff Trail to YHA Brecon Beacons.
Fourteen Locks
2.99 mi
+344 ft
-371 ft
1h 40
Moderate
Departure from Rogerstone (Newport)
A refreshing walk following the surfaced towpaths of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal with some steep steps,
stiles and uneven field paths further along requiring sturdy footwear.
Highest Peaks of the Brecon Beacons
10.44 mi
+2,917 ft
-3,028 ft
7h 20
Difficult
Departure from Glyn Tarell (Powys)
This Powys walk starts from Cwmgwdi and visits Corn Du passing the monument to the Lost Lad before continuing to Pen y Fan, the highest point in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Continuing, the walk then visits the summits of Cribyn and Fan y Big before returning to the start along the western side of Cwm Cynwyn.
Castleton
7.00 mi
+364 ft
-377 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Marshfield (Newport)
Mostly rural paths with some stiles and kissing gates with spectacular views over the Gwent Levels and Severn Estuary. Roadside parking in Castleton.
Look out for the distinct Castleton Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
The Sugar Loaf from near Abergavenny (short ascent)
1.55 mi
+791 ft
-0 ft
1h 25
Easy
Departure from Abergavenny (Monmouthshire)
This Monmouthshire walk offers a short and direct ascent of the Sugar Loaf, which lies a few miles west of Abergavenny. The route is generally easy to follow and should be saved for a fine day as the views from the summit are excellent in fine weather.
Lodge Hill
3.11 mi
+463 ft
-443 ft
1h 50
Moderate
Departure from Caerleon (Newport)
Lodge Hill Circular Walk in Caerleon. Mostly rural paths with some stiles and kissing gates. Some steep sections. Spectacular views from the high ground over the River Usk and the City of Newport. Look out for the distinct Lodge Hill Circular Walk Waymark Disc.
Gwent Levels
9.30 mi
+16 ft
-16 ft
4h 15
Easy
Departure from Nash (Newport)
NewportWetlands Reserve is a nationally important haven for wildlife and is a designated National Nature Reserve. There is an amazing variety of wild birds, wildlife and flora.
An exhilarating mostly level walk on hard surface paths around the reserve. Generally flat rural footpaths with stiles and gates to negotiate as you leave the reserve. Walkers are encouraged to find an alternative route between point 2 and 3 during the nesting season.
Ysgyryd Fawr (The Skirrid) near Abergavenny
2.81 mi
+1,010 ft
-1,004 ft
2h 10
Easy
Departure from Llantilio Pertholey (Monmouthshire)
The Skirrid (Ysgyryd Fawr) is a solitary hill rising from the countryside to the east of Abergavenny. This walk takes the most direct route to the summit and includes a steep ascent. The return route takes through pleasat woodland on the western flank of the hill.
Llyn-y-Fan-Fawr, Mynydd Ddu from Llanddeusant
11.18 mi
+2,136 ft
-2,251 ft
7h 00
Difficult
Departure from Llanddeusant (Carmarthenshire)
This is a brilliant linear trail in the Brecon Beacons National Park, incorporating many good viewpoints and one extra-special one. It begins in Carmarthenshire near the village of Llandeusant and ends in Powys in the Glyntawe valley, crossing a mountain ridge that beats Pen-y-Fan in my view, but because it's less accessible is less well-known.
Day 3 of the Brecon Beacons Way - YHA Llanddeusant to Craig-y-Nos
9.96 mi
+2,205 ft
-2,425 ft
6h 30
Moderate
Departure from Llanddeusant (Carmarthenshire)
The route leaves Llanddeusant and heads into the Black Mountains on the third leg of the Brecon Beacons Way. It's generally a walk south along ridges and mountain tops to finally drop down to the Craig-y-nos Country Park on the Afon Tawe river.
Day 8 of the Brecon Beacons Way - Llantony to Abergavenny Station
13.53 mi
+2,211 ft
-2,743 ft
8h 10
Moderate
Departure from Crucorney (Monmouthshire)
The route goes south from Llantony Priory over Hatterall Hill, where it joins the Offa’s Dyke for 4.5km, down to the village of Llanvihangel Crucorney, which has an inn that dates back to the 11th century and up The Skirrid (also known as Holy Mountain), which rises to 486m. Finally, the route finds its way into Abergavenny and terminates at the station.
Into The Black Mountains
12.09 mi
+2,641 ft
-2,664 ft
7h 50
Moderate
Departure from Craswall (Herefordshire)
This walk leads you up into the black mountains starting along the cat's back, taking in 3 peaks, crossing the England/Wales boarder and across the highest road pass in Wales.
Craswall Priory & Hay Bluff
6.18 mi
+705 ft
-728 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Craswall (Herefordshire)
This Herefordshire walk offers some wonderful views of the Black Mountains without too much ascent. The route follows tracks and paths north of Craswall and includes the opportunity to visit the remains of Craswall Abbey. Despite the title, an ascent of Hay Bluff is not included but could easily be added to the route.