St Cynllo's Loop
A circular family route that starts and finishes at St Cynllo Church, Llangoedmor. Art sculptures en route make an interesting feature.
Mixture of pavement, road, track and woodland.

Maidie B Goddard Loop
A circular family route starting from and finishing at Coracle Hall Llechryd, taking approx. 1 hour and 10mins to walk.
A short route to explore Maidie B Goddard Nature Reserve.
A mixture of pavement, road, track, woodland.

Short Circular
A circular route for family that starts and finishes at Coracle Hall Llechryd, taking approx half hour to walk. The route currently has an opening onto a main road so should be walked in an clockwise direction.
A fairly flat circular stile free loop around Llechryd.
Pavements, minor roads, woodland paths, fields and tracks. One stile, several gates, a footbridge and some steps.

Tan-y-Bwlch Loop
A level friendly family that starts and finishes at the car park that serves Tanybwlch beachwalk and skirts the edges of Tanybwlch nature reserve. The route offers different surfaces and is not accessible with a puschair. Takes approx 1 and half hours to walk.
A circular loop around the river and onto the beach.
A mixture of beach, footpath, track and road.

Waun Fawr Loop
A circular route, walked anticlockwise, that starts and finishes at Penparcau Hub, taking approx. 2 and half hours. This is an Urban route that climbs from Penparcau up to the top of Waun Fawr with a gentle ascent.
Longer route around town and University into Waun Fawr.
A mixture of road, footpaths, track, cycle path and woodland.

Pen Dinas Short Loop
A family friendly circular route that starts and finishes at Penparcau Hub, taking approx. 1 hours to walk. A popular route that loops mid-level contours of Pen Dinas burial mound offering views of the sea and Tanybwlch nature reserve.
A short, stile free loop around Pen Dinas.
A mixture of footpath, track and road with no stiles.

Llanwrthwl Loop
A family friendly circular route that starts and finishes at St Gwrthwl’s Church, Llanwrthwl, taking approx. 20 mins to walk. Mainly on the flat encompassing the village of Llanwrthwl being suitable for the youngest and oldest walker.
A short route to stretch your legs and get some fresh air.
Mixture of road, track, field and woodland.

Tynypistyll Wood Loop
A family friendly circular route that starts and finishes the clock tower, Rhayader, taking approx. 2 hours to walk.
A picturesque route through a mixture of woodlands.
Mainly woodland but a mixture of road, track, field and woodland.

Riverside Walk
A circular family friendly route that starts and finishes at the clock tower, taking approx. 1 and half hours to walk. The route offers a variety of environments with several opportunities for full access.
A fairly flat, stile free route around Rhayader.
Mixture of road, woodland, track, pavement and parkland.

Around Llechryd
A circular route that starts and finishes at Llechryd’s Millennium building, taking approx. 2 and half hours to walk. The route climbs to the north of Llechryd with some steeper slopes.
No significant hills and lovely views of the areas.
Mixture of pathway, B road and a local access lane.

Penrallteifed Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at Coracle Hall, Llechryd, taking approx. 2 and half hours to walk.
Great views and picturesque places along this loop.
Mixture of pavement, road, track and woodland.

Manordeifi Church
A short linear walk from Coracle Hall to Manordeifi Church.

Manordeifi Circular
Mixture of pavement, road, track, woodland and farmland.

Hall East Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at Coracle Hall, Llechryd, taking approx. 2 hours to walk.
A more challenging route with rewarding views of the area.
Mixture of pavement, road, track and woodland.

Pen Dinas Long Loop
A circular route walked in an anti clockwise direction that starts and finishes at Penparcau Hub, taking approx. 3 and half hours to walk. When combined with route 5 the route provides a full day of walking.
A slightly longer, more strenuous loop onto Pen Dinas.
A mixture of beach, footpath, track and road.

Chancery Rhydgaled Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at Llanfarian, taking approx. 4 hours to walk. Combined with route 6 provides a full day of walking.
A loop through Rhydfelin and onto the coastal path.
A mixture of road, footpaths, bridleway and coastal path.

Aberllolwyn Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at The Community Hub, taking approx. 2 and half hours to walk. The route explores various terrains; woodland, coastal headland and urban.
Figure of eight loop through Ceredigion countryside.
A mixture of road, footpaths, cycle path, bridleway and woodland.

Southgate Pen Dinas Loop
A gentle walk taking approx 2 hours to walk. The route navigates residential areas before leaving toward to the river Aystwyth. Following the river back into town and out again to take the main route up to the top of Pen dinas Forte.
A walk through the town to finish onto Pen Dinas.
A mixture of road, pavements, footpaths, and woodland.

Glyn Bridge Loop
A circular family friendly route that starts and finishes at Rhayader Clock Tower, taking approx. 2 and half hours to walk. The route navigates gentle contours through farmsteads passing Glyn bridge where you can cross the River Wye to pick up other routes.
Mixture of road, track, field, cycle path and woodland. Follows part of the Wye Valley Walk.

Castle Hill Loop
A circular family friendly route that starts and finishes at Gaulfron, taking approx. 1 and a half hours to walk.
A circular route from Gaufron around Castle Hill.
Mixture of road, track, field and woodland.

Gwastedyn Hill Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at the clock tower, Rhayader, taking approx. 3 hours to walk.
Circular hilly loop onto Gwastedyn hill.
Mixture of road, track, field and woodland.

Llanwrthwl Junction Pool
A family friendly circular route that starts and finishes at Pool junction, taking approx. 1.5 hours to walk.

Llanwrthwl Graig Ddu
A circular route that starts and finishes at St Gwrthwl’s Church, Llanwrthwl, taking approx. 2 hours to walk.
A circular route from Llanwrthwl with spectacular views.

Penglais Loop
A circular route that starts and finishes at a carpark, taking 2 and half hours to walk. The route explores various terrains; woodland, coastal headland and urban. There are some intermediate climbs and sometimes surfaces that are loose under foot.
Circular Loop through town, University and Penglais Wood.
A mixture of road, footpaths, track and woodland.

Exploring Plas Power Woods
A family friendly route round the Woodland Trust sites of Plas Power and Nant Mill woods. Taking in the waterfall and some small loops either side of the carpark.
A pleasant walk around Nant Mill & Plas Power Woods.
No stiles. Some uneven and sometimes muddy terrain.

Gnome Alley Family Route
A short family walk from the lead mines car park in Minera. A section of the walk has garden gnomes to spot then you return via the Clywedog trail.
Taking in a small section of the Clywedog Trail.
Includes steps and uneven surfaces. Can be very muddy at times. Stile free.

King's Mill Family Loop
A short family loop starting and finishing at Kingsmill, taking in some of the Clywedog Trail and footpaths to the south.
Erddig Country Park and some surrounding footpaths.
There is a short section on the road and one road crossing. Some stiles. Some sections may be muddy.

Southerly Family Route
A short family route travelling south and west from the village. Out on the pavement and returning via footpaths.
Fields, tracks and pavement. Some areas may be muddy. Some stiles.

The Hope Mountain Jacobs
A slightly longer and hillier family route. Starting and finishing at Maes Offa and completing a loop to the east of the village.
Excellent views on this short walk underneath Hope Mountain.
Quite steep terrain and several stiles. Some walking on country lanes.

Woodland Family Route
A short family route starting and finishing in Llanfynydd at Maes Offa. Takes in the wooded area to the west of the village.
Fields, woodland paths and country lanes. Some muddy and some steep sections. Several stiles.

Coed Cilygroeslwyd Family Loop
A short family friendly route from the Pwll Glas village shop up to the Coed Cilygroeslwyd nature reserve.
A leisurely walk to and around the nature reserve.
A mixture of quiet roads, fields and footpaths. Stile free.

Graig Fechan Family Loop
A short family friendly loop on flattish terrain from the village of Graig Fechan.
A lovely mix of woodland and fields in this short walk.
Some steeper sections and two stone stiles. Some sections may be muddy.

Graig Wyllt Family Loop
A short family friendly route taking in Graig Wyllt Nature Reserve.
Woodland trails in and around Graig Wyllt Nature Reserve.
Some steep sections and two stone stiles. Uneven under foot in some places.

Erddig Adventure
A loop from Felin Puleston through mostly National Trust grounds.
Explore some of the lesser known paths surrounding Erddig.
Nothing too steep. Stile free. Some very muddy sections.

Heading East from Caia Park
A route starting and finishing at Kingsmill taking in a stretch along the river as well as the area to the east of Caia Park.
Farm land and pavements. Some muddy sections, some livestock in fields and some stiles.

In the Footsteps of Offa South
A loop taking in some paths and rural roads to the north of the Clywedog Trail from Bersham.
West of Wrexham with some parts of the Offas Dyke monument.
A mixture of fields, woodland paths and country roads. Some stiles and some steep and muddy sections.

Minera Quarry Circular
A loop starting and finishing in Minera Quarry which is managed by the Wildlife Trust. Taking in Llandegla forest and Esclusham Mountain.
Taking in Coed Llandegla and Esclusham Mountain trig.
A mixture of fields , tracks, minor roads and moorland. A number of stiles and some steep ground.

Wrexham Central
A mostly urban route linking with Transport for Wales (TFW). This loop takes in a section of the Clywedog Trail as well as the Wats Dyke way and a newly improved section of footpath to the north of Kingsmill.
From the city centre to Erddig Country Park.
Pavements and woodland paths. Some muddy sections. Stile free.

In the Footsteps of Offa North
A route starting and finishing at Maes Offa and following various sections of Offas Dyke as far as Brymbo Pool before returning.
A route taking in some sections of the Offas Dyke Monument.
Pavement, woodland, fields and some small sections of road. Some stiles.

Llanfynydd Circular
A route starting and finishing in Ffrith and looping around Llanfynydd.
Routes North, South, East and West of the village.
Fields and woodland tracks. Many stiles. Muddy and steep in places.

Pen Llan-y-gwr
A route starting in Maes Offa, Llanfynydd and going steadily uphill to reach the trig point above Nant y Ffrith Woods. Returning further north to make a circular route of about 12km.
Taking in the trig point at Pen Llan y Gwr.
Fields, woodland trails and country lanes. Some stiles and some steep sections.

Waun y Llyn & Coed Talon
A loop from Llanfynydd up to Waun y Llyn country park, returning via the disused railway.
Great views across Cheshire and history of the old railway.
A mixture of quiet roads, paths and bridleways. Some stiles and some steep sections.

Where Wat Meets Offa
A circuit from Cefn y Bedd station to Caergwle then to Hope Mountain before descending to Ffrith and returning to Cefn y Bedd.
Cefn Y Bedd station to Hope Mountain via Caergwle.
Stiles, some steep sections and some uneven terrain.

In the Shadow of Moel y Plas
A route from the Three Pigeons pub in Graig Fechan heading north through Graig Wyllt reserve and onto the lower slopes of the Clywydians before returning via a slightly higher route. Great views across the vale on this route.
Enjoy some of the lower slopes of the Southern Clwydians.
Woodland paths, fields, tracks and minor roads. Several stiles to cross and some steep terrain.

Link Path A
A link path joining the Pwll Glas and the Graig Fechan community miles routes creating better accessibility across the Vale.
A link path between the Community Miles routes.

Link Path B
A second link path across the Vale linking the two community routes in Graig Fechan and Pwll Glas.
A link path between the Community Miles routes.

Llanbenwch Link up
A new permissive path through Llanbenwch Caravan Park. This short stretch will keep people off the busy and dangerous main road. It will give holiday makers safe access to the footpath network and give local walkers access to the campsite shop and cafe for refreshments.
Country lanes and paths with great views of the Clwydians.
Some stiles and some muddy/wetter bits of path. No particularly steep sections. Stiles do not have dog gates.

Pen y Gaer and Efenechtyd
A route starting and finishing at Pwll Glas shop. It heads south and west initially climbing to get excellent views of the Clywydians then returns through Efenechtyd and the Golf Course.
Lesser known paths with lovely Clwydian views.
Some steep and muddy sections. Some stiles. A mixture of country lanes and paths.

Swift Walk
An urban route highlighting swift boxes dotted around the streets of Holyhead.
A short urban walk linking swift nesting sites.
Urban route. Paved throughout with some steep sections.

Kingsland
A short, leisurely, circular route following footpaths from Holyhead into the surrounding countryside.
A short walk around Holyhead's adjacent countryside.
Fields and paved roads with multiple stiles and some rocky areas. Can be very wet & muddy. Good footwear is essential.

Porth Diana Reserve
A short, family friendly loop passing through Porth Diana North Wales Wildlife Trust (NWWT) reserve and returning via the Wales Coast Path.
A short circular route with beaches and a nature reserve.
Mostly dirt paths with some low stiles and muddy areas.

Plas Mawr and Prom
A short, easy, family-friendly route connecting green spaces in Penmaenmawr town centre.
A short route around Penmaenmawr's park and promenade.
Mostly tarmac paths with some mild hills.

Golf Course Picton Woods
Short, family-friendly route incorporating golf course footpath.
A short, leisurely walk featuring some woods and a stream.
Mostly flat tarmac with some grassy sections. Optional detour to Picton woods which features a short, steep ascent.

Allt Wen
Route encircling Allt Wen with attractive beech and scots pine woodland, along with optional Hill Fort detour.
A woodland walk leading to scenic upland areas.
A mixture of dirt & gravel footpaths, tracks, minor roads and heathland. One very steep section to be avoided when wet.

Pen Cob
Short loop with picnic area and quirky family woodland trail. Features a fantastic vantage point for views of the Glasylyn estuary.
A short route featuring an excellent viewpoint.
Mostly dirt paths and gravel tracks. Some steps and slight uphill sections.

Gwaith Powdwr
Waymarked route from town centre to Gwaith Powdr - aimed at increasing awareness and engagement with local wildlife reserve. Also to include workers' memorial.
A short route through Gwaith Powdwr nature reserve.
Mostly paved tracks. No stiles. Some concrete steps (with handrail) and a few steep sections.

Saltings
A short, family friendly loop utilising attractive saltmarsh footpaths south of Penrhyndeudraeth. Features excellent views of the Dwyryd estuary.
A short route featuring pleasant views across the marsh.
Dirt and gravel paths may be slippery when wet. Features level crossings and some step stiles.

South Stack
Circular route leading from Holyhead to South Stack via North Stack and Holyhead Mountain.
A walk from Breakwater Country Park to N and S Stack.
Mostly rocky heathland paths, some steep areas. Can be slippery when wet.

North Stack
Route from Holyhead to North Stack and Holyhead Mountain.
A moderate circular linking Holyhead and North Stack.
Mostly gravel with some fairly steep rocky steps.

Trearddur Bay
A circular trail connecting Trearddur Bay and Holyhead. Includes stunning coastal scenery and quiet country paths, along with neolithic burial chamber and standing stone.
A route linking Holyhead and Trearddur Bay.
Mostly paved with a few stiles and gates. Some walking along minor roads, and a few rocky areas along the coast path.

Ffynnon y Wrach
A leisurely route following footpaths from Holyhead into the surrounding countryside and passing by Ffynnon y Wrach a.k.a. "The Witch's Well". Can be extended to include part of South Stack Cliffs Nature Reserve.
A short walk from Holyhead past a historic well.
Mostly flat dirt paths and paved roads with a few stiles and steeper sections.

Penrhos Feilw
A short loop trail in South Stack Cliffs Nature Reserve. Includes stunning coastal scenery and excellent views of South Stack lighthouse.
Circular route featuring several rocky bays and headlands.
Gravel paths. Can be boggy in some areas when wet. No stiles.

Quarry Loop
Circular route from Penmaenmawr following former quarrymens' path to upland and returning via Graiglwyd farm and allotment footpath.
A walk through Penmaenmawr's quarrying heritage.
A mixture of dirt and gravel footpaths, tracks, and open moorland. Moderate to difficult with some very steep sections.

Tal y Fan
Route to Tal Y Fan from North Wales Path.
A circular route up Tal y Fan from the Jubilee car park.
Mostly gravel and dirt paths. Some ladder stiles and rocky sections. Can be very slippery when wet.

Foel Lûs Via Capelulo
A loop around Foel Lus starting in Capelulo. Alternative to popular route from Penmaenmawr via mountain lane.
A moderate hill walk starting from Capelulo.
Dirt paths, mostly level with a steep initial ascent. Some muddy sections can be slippery when wet.

Caer Bach Loop
Huw Tom trail return leg via Roman Road and Tal Y Fan. Resultant circular avoids steep descent and ascent to/from Rowen and includes viewpoints at Tal Y Fan, along with hillfort and burial mound.
A challenging circular route featuring a hill fort.
Mostly dirt paths with ladder stiles. Very steep in some areas and often quite muddy.

Conwy Mountain
A short route with incredible views of the Conwy Valley, Conwy Castle, the Great Orme, and more. Follows North Wales Path and Coast Path.
A short circular with views of Conwy Valley and the Coast.
Gravel with some rocky areas. No stiles but some steep sections.

Short Woodland Walk
A short loop trail incorporating woodland paths North of Penrhyndeudraeth.
A short walk through woodland North of Penrhyndeudraeth.
Gravel and dirt paths, in good condition. Some slippery sections when wet.

Croesor
Route from Penrhyndeudraeth to Croesor, featuring a string of waterfalls along Afon Croesor.
A walk from Llanfrothen to Croesor featuring waterfalls.
Mostly dirt and gravel paths. Some slippery sections.

Slate Quay
Route from Penrhyndeudraeth to the historic slate quay site at Tyddyn Isaf.
An out and back walk to a historic Afon Dwyryd slate quay.
Mostly paved road with some dirt paths towards the end. Can be muddy when wet.

Woodland Reservoir
A circular route from Penrhyndeudraeth featuring Llyn Mair and Llyn Hafod y Llyn reservoirs as well as Coed Llyn Garnedd.
A moderate walk to a series of woodland reservoirs.
Gravel paths with some tall stiles and muddy sections.

Llanfrothen
Route utilising footpaths to link Llanfrothen and Penrhyndeudraeth.
Mostly gravel paths with some stiles and gates.

Parc Derwen Rural Ramble
A rural walk, initially starting in Parc Derwen by the school, that follows a cycle track through an estate to the main road which then enters fields to later return to the school. Several small parks along route.
Pavements, tracks, several stiles and gates. Some paths can become muddy underfoot.

Parc Derwen Family Route
Easily accessible paved path through Parc Derwen, passing playgrounds and benches.
Come and enjoy the green spaces Parc Derwen has to offer!
Road crossings, pavements with dipped curbs and tarmac paths.

Castle Adventure
Short walk around Coity Castle and surrounding fields that include a small park and bench area for rest.
Explore the 12th century Castle and stretch your legs.
Grassed field which can be muddy, pavement and two gates.

Jacks Barn
Walked clockwise, this route starts at Pentyrch Village Hall where bus stops are easily accessible. Walking through fields you will see Jacks Barn in the distance but must remain on the footpath eventually walking back to Pentyrch Village using the pavement.
A perfect stroll to unwind with lovely views.
Pavements and gravel path beside the children’s playground. Mostly pleasant grassy fields with gates and one stile.

Frog and Duck Pond
Access friendly route within Creigiau that takes in some green spaces, such as the pond.
Mostly pavement or tarmac. Section of woodland/ grass walking.

Little Garth and Castell Coch
Starting at Taffs Well station, this route takes you through Little Garth woods, Cwmrhyddgoed and over the river Taff to Castell Coch. You will eventually descend through Fforest Fawr heading back on to the Taff trail to Taffs Well station.
Pavements, wooded paths, gravel and old railway tracks.

The Letterbox
Starting at Cwm Farm Shop, this route heads uphill until dropping down onto a track where further on an old letterbox has been taken over by a tree. Double back briefly into a small wood to follow the right of way through to a large open space which ends by the fire station.
With an amazing view of Treorchy, see nature take back.
Some road walking, muddy paths expected in parts and a short steep incline.

Fairy Pools and Waterfalls
Taking in the lower part of Pen Pych, head toward the split in the path and drop down toward the bridge near Fairy Pools. Circle around on the narrow path back to the car park.
Exploring the magical waterfalls and fairy pools!
Woodland and gravelled paths, can be narrow in places. Small inclines and a bridge.

Park and Pixie Bridge Loop
Starting at the station, head in to Cwm Saerbren and follow the path close to the railway line. Cross the stream at the end of the path and loop back around toward the pixie bridge and stream.
Ready your wellies! This could make a splash!
Muddy paths, short ascents, stream. Also has a narrow bridge, pavements and cement path around park.

Coity Circular
Coity Circular starts at the castle then soon leads across fields and around a wooded area. Route does joins Bridgend Circular walk briefly toward Hendre.
Taking in part of Bridgend Circular to Coed-y-mwstwr and back.
Road walking, tracks and fields. Potentially muddy paths. Several stiles and gates.

Nant Bryn Glas
This route stretches from Coity Castle to Coychurch, passing an equestrian centre, long length grass fields and crosses the train track for a circular walk.
A circular route from Coity to Coychurch and back.
Countryside paths across grass fields which can become muddy. Some road walking required. Stiles and gates throughout.

Parc Derwen Circular
This route provides a mixture of environments, including the new Parc Derwen estate, Coity Castle, a wooded trail and wrapping around Parc Prison on the new black path.
Showcasing amazing urban and rural paths in green spaces.
Pavement, forest paths, some stiles and gates.

Wild Mill Station Walk
Route starts at Wildmill Station, heading through Whitehall to circle Pen-y-fai and eventually crosses over the M4 nearing Bridgend Designer Outlet.
A calming river walk with a mix of urban and rural paths.
Pavements, field paths, potentially muddy patches. Busy road crossing. Stiles and gates.

East Coity Circuit
Starting from Parc Derwen, this route forms a circle passing through Coity, Hendre and takes on a stretch of Bridgend circular walk.
Explore East Coity and part of the Bridgend Circular.
Road, track, field and pavement walking paths. Several stiles and gates.

Garth Hill from Taffs Well
A circular walk from Taffs Well train station encompassing small woodlands and the great view from Garth Hill.
Take in the 360° views at the top of Garth Hill.
Pavements, forest and field paths, steep inclines and declines at times including a rocky surface.

Cwmrhyddgoed
A longer family route, to be walked clockwise, starts by Pentyrch Village hall (accessible by bus) and heads toward the top of Cefn Bychan, a steady route through countryside and around a quarry.
An arboreal feast with rich hedgerows and ephemeral ponds.
Roadside pavement, gravel paths, grassy fields, a deep sunken lane and woodland. Two stiles.

The Old Mule Tracks
This route is preferably walked in an anti-clockwise direction. The route takes on countryside fields and sunken lanes which were once used to transport goods across South Wales.
You may hear the ancient travellers with their heavy loads.
Tarmac lanes and roads, gravel tracks and grassy fields. Some steps, a stream crossing and a few stiles.

The Trinity
Being the longest route, this walk takes in Pentyrch, Creigiau and Gwaelod y Garth. Starting in Taffs Well, the route is walked in a clockwise direction taking in woods, fields and the old railway track in Creigiau which leads to Tyn Y Coed Woods and up to Garth Hill.
A loop showcasing 3 communities and surrounding countryside.
A mixture of muddy woodland paths, grassy open hill tops and concrete urban streets. Includes both stiles and gates.

Garth Fawr
Starting in Creigiau, with public transport access, head through Tyn Y Coed Woods toward Eifal Isaf and on to Garth Fawr and Garth Hill trig point. Drop back down to Pentyrch to finish this circular walk.
Weeds now grow in the rooms of Garth Fawr.
Roadside pavement, lanes, gravel paths, grassy fields, a stream path and woodland. Some stiles and fine open hillside.

Pen Pych
Starting in the car park, this walk offers beautiful views of the valley and a waterfall. There is a very steep walk up directly from the waterfall, after which, flattens off to look over Treherbert.
A stunning view of the valley, well worth the hike!
Steep ascents and declines, rocky underfoot and some muddy paths.

Fforch Orci Pools
This route start with some pavement walking before heading up a fairly steep path that leads to Mynydd Ynysfeio and an opening where you drop down to the Fforch pools. Return back and loop around to the track which steadily descends toward Ynyswen station and Cwm Farm Shop.
Woodland ascents before admiring tranquil pools.
Large amount of road/pavement walking before taking on gravel paths, steady ascents and dirt tracks. 2 stiles on route.

Fernhill Cottages & Waterfalls
This route starts at Treherbert Station and takes you up to where Fernhill cottages used to be. Continue along to find a waterfall before returning back the way you came, down the path that takes you past Pen Pych School and a small green space.
Exploring history in the valley with a beautiful waterfall.
Pavements, cycle paths, road crossings. Steep ascents including grassy paths and potentially muddy spots.

Forest Walk
Walking in an anti-clockwise direction, head from the station up to the pixie bridge and follow the path uphill. This is a fairly short route, returning back along a descent with a slightly rocky path, circling around to the station.
Admire the tranquillity of the valley forest.
Gravelled and stoned paths on inclines/declines which can be loose underfoot. Potentially muddy paths.

Cwm Saerbren Woods
Walking in a clockwise direction, head from the station up to the pixie bridge and follow the lower path to a gap in the forest before walking up the steep incline and head along the used track. Drop back down to join up with Forest Walk and circle back to the starting point.
Take a walk through the mysterious woods of Cwm Saerbren.
Gravelled and stoned paths on inclines/declines which can be loose underfoot. Some wet and muddy areas.

Barns Farm Loop
A shorter walk through the fields of Grosmont.
Tarmac and fields, some rocky singletrack. Can get very muddy.

Castle Walk
One of the shorter family routes, the route starts and ends at the entrance of the castle.
A pleasant stroll around a wonderful castle.
Grassy underfoot, can be a little muddy after heavy rains.

Kingsfield Route
A pleasant walk around the castle and up past Kingsfield farm.
Views of meandering hills to Grosmont Bridge and return.
Field and road walking with multiple stiles. Can be muddy from sections 2 to 3.

Riverside Circular Walk
A pleasant circular route taking in the river and city life.
Double bridge adventure over the Risk Usk.
Pavement throughout. Some steps and busy roads to cross.

Jubilee Gardens Walk
A short stroll along the river taking in urban gardens courtesy of Greening Maindee.
Urban setting with river and garden walking.
Pavement throughout. Some busy roads to cross.

Loftus Gardens Walk
A short stroll through the Newport streets to the secret haven of Loftus Gardens.
A return visit to Loftus Gardens with urban surroundings.
Pavement throughout. Some busy roads to cross.

The Guardian Statue Route
An enjoyable stroll towards the river, taking in the woods, before turning back on itself by crossing the river and moving back up the valley towards the impressive Guardian monument.

Abertillery Football Field
A pleasant family friendly stroll through the delights of Six Bells park, with beautiful wildlife and plants, all looked after by the friends of six bells park.

Cwm Nant y Groes Walk
A pleasant route that starts with a steep winding pull up to the top of the hill then across the head of the Nant y Groes valley and eventually down into the woodland.

Valley Stroll
This route starts in the centre of Grosmont and heads down the hill and south along the valley.
A pleasant walk through the fields of Grosmont.
Various, some tarmac, mostly grass and singletrack path.

Monnow River Walk
The route is a mix of roads and pathway that heads towards the river taking in the weir before returning to Grosmont.
A country and river walk with views of Sugar Loaf.
Rolling fields that can be muddy, along with a river section that can flood. The route contains stiles and gates.

Great Marlborough
The route takes in the fields and pathways of Great Marlborough farm before returning to Grosmont.
A longer walk through the fields surrounding Grosmont.

Edmunds Tump Walk
This route takes a long approach to the local high point of Edmunds Tump before returning to Grosmont.
Amazing views from the heights of the Tump.
Mixture of tarmac, fields and singletrack. Some very steep ascents.

Travellers Rest Wood
A challenging hop through multiple fields around the Cross Ash area.
A pleasant walk through the fields and valleys of Cross Ash.

St Julians and Beechwood Park
A long urban to woodland route, taking in St Julians Wood, Newports own Central Park and skimming quickly by the river before returning through the manicured Beechwood Park, a route of wild contrasts.
Road and singletrack path, can be muddy.

Lliswerry Pond Route
A route through the streets of Maindee and across the tranquill Liswerry Pond before returning to Maindee through some urban gardens courtesy of Greening Maindee.
An urban stroll to Liswerry pond and through Newport.

Spytty Pill
A long walk up and down the river with various refreshments along the way.

Glebelands Walk
A somewhat long route along the northern riverside and around the 'Glebelands' before returning back along the river once more
A riverside walk around Glebelands Park.

Beechwood Park Walk
A short walk with a sharp incline, dependent on which way round you choose to walk it.

St Illtyds Walk
A pleasant walk with a short climb past St.Illtyds church. Some beautiful views from the top before descending through Nant-y-Groes wood to return to Six Bells park.
A pleasant stroll through woods and moorland.
Variable surfaces, from pavement to rocky paths and muddy singletrack (can be muddy in bad weather).

Cwmtillery Lakes Circular
A long route that heads up the valley and through the streets of Abertillery before moving past the picturesque Cwmtillery lakes and reservoir.
A strenuous walk through abertilllery and up onto the moors.

Six Bells to Top of The Valley
A challenging circular that starts at Six Bells Park and moves up into the Nant y Groes valley by a steep path onto the tops of the hills.
Tarmac and single track, some dirt tracks.

Six Bells to Blaina Walk
A long, circular route from the centre of Abertillery, following the Ebbw Fach trail along the river towards Blaina.
A long hike linking Six Bells and Blaina.

Pentre Ifan
Starting and finishing at Canolfan Llwynihirion Brynberian, this family friendly route visits the iconic Pentre Ifan (Neolithic burial chamber) with stunning local views to the sea.
Wander up to the iconic Welsh Neolithic burial chamber.
A mixture of minor roads and fields. There are a number of stiles along this route.

Tŷ Canol Woods Loop
An adventurous walk; starting and finishing at the Canolfan this route takes in local giant legends and the mysterious ancient Ty Canol woodlands, which is both a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
Explore the ancient Coed Tŷ Canol National Nature Reserve.
A mixture of minor roads, moorland and woodland tracks. The moor and woodland can be particularly wet and muddy.

Aber Duar Loop
A family friendly circular route this starts and finishes near Llanybydder Primary School travelling through the village, wooded areas and crossing the Afon Duar.
Family friendly stroll through the village and countryside.
A mix of paved streets and field walking. Livestock presence highly likely in fields, can be muddy.

Kettle Hole Loop
A family friendly circular route that starts and finishes at Aberduar Chapel. This route travels past a local geological sight of interest known as a ‘Kettle Hole’.
Loop the local 'Kettle Hole' through village and country.
A mixture of paved streets, minor road and fields. Livestock presence likely, sections of this route can be muddy.

Ffigwr Wyth o Lanybydder
A family friendly circular (figure of eight) route that starts and finishes near Llanybydder Primary School, it visits wooded streams and offers great views of the roman monument Pen y Gaer.
A family friendly tour taking in local points of interest.
A mixture of paved streets, minor roads and fields. Livestock presence likely, sections of this route can be muddy.

Aqueduct Accessibility Loop
This fully accessible and family friendly circular route crosses the Ystalyfera Aqueduct. Built by Thomas Sheasby in 1794-98 using hydraulic mortar from Aberafan it is the largest aqueduct on the Swansea Canal.
Enjoy this accessible tour of local industrial history.
Accessible tarmac paths and pavement. Busy road to cross at junction of Gurnos Road and St David's Road.

Accessible Waterway Viewing
A linear route that follows National Cycle Network Route 43 over the Ystalyfera Aquaduct, hugging the River Tawe with scenic valley views. This is a fully accessible and family friendly path which passes the moving Miner’s Memorial in Godre’r Graig.
An accessible riverside stroll taking in the Twrch and Tawe.
Accessible tarmac paths and pavement. A 3-mile linear route, there are car parking facilities at either end.

Parc Diamond Circular
A family friendly and accessible route that links the communities of Ystalyfera and Ystradgynlais across local greenspace and industrial history.
Accessible tour of local greenspace and industrial history.
Accessible tarmac paths and pavement. There is a large mobility gate accessing Parc Diamond and gravel paths within.

Craig Rhos-y-felin
A circular walk starting and finishing at the Canolfan this route encompasses rocky outcrops, woodland tracks and a small waterfall. Whilst a beautiful route two sections are very muddy/wet, potentially making it diffcult to walk in Winter/after periods of heavy rain.
See Craig Rhos-y-felin crag, a Stonehenge bluestone source.
A mix of minor roads, woodland tracks and fields. A couple of very muddy/ wet sections especially after heavy rain.

Waundir Preseli
A circular route that starts and finishes at the Canolfan, travelling through the village of Brynberian it ascends onto Preseli Moor.
Travel through the village onto the scenic Preseli Moor.
Warning: unpaved 500m section along busy B4329 road. Fast moving traffic, not family friendly.

Carnedd Meibion Owen
Starting and finishing at the Canolfan this circular walk ascends to visit three spectacular Bronze Age Cairns. Legend says giant brothers fought to the death over their inheritance and turned to stone where they fell.
A circular walk visiting the spectacular Carnedd Meibion Owen.
A mixture of minor roads and muddy, stony tracks. There are a couple of stiles to negotiate on this route.

Ffigwr Wyth o Waun Mawn
This figure of eight links a number of local sights of historical interest including Carnedd Meibion Owen, Ty Canol Woods and the Waun Mawn Standing Stones, postulated to be the site from where the Stonehenge ‘Bluestones’ originated. This route starts and finishes at the Canolfan.
Travel to the Scheduled Monument site of Waun Mawn.
A mixture of minor roads, moor and woodland tracks and fields. There are a couple of stiles on this route.

Long Brynberian Loop
Starting and finishing near Brynberian Independent Chapel this adventurous loop visits the Craig Rhos y Felin rocky outcrop, Bronze age Carnedd Meibion Owen and the ancient SSSI woodland of Ty Canol.
Explore some of Brynberian's historical sites of interest.
A mixture of minor roads, woodland tracks and fields. There are multiple stiles and a few very muddy / wet sections.

Pen y Gaer Loop
This circular route starts and finishes at Aberduar Chapel. It loops around the Roman ‘Pen y Gaer’ Scheduled Monument, comprising the remains of a defended enclosure which probably dates to the Iron Age.
A mix of minor roads, tracks, fields and woodland. Gates and stiles feature, good footwear is essential.

Teifi Llanybydder Loop
Starting and finishing at The Black Lion Hotel this route involves a circular and ‘there and back’ element. It crosses the Afon Teifi and into neighbouring Ceredigion.
Venture across the River Teifi into neighbouring Ceredigion.
A mixture of tarmac roads/paths and field walking, livestock likely. There is a 400m unpaved section along the B4337.

Teifi Trail Section
A there and back walking route that travels through Llanybydder along a section of the long distance Teifi Trail.
Enjoy a linear section of the long distance Teifi Trail.
This linear route takes in woodland, fields, minor roads and tracks. It features a number of stiles and gates.

Dunbia Lunchtime Loop
Created an additional loop as an option to take Dunbia staff out for a lunchtime walk, to showcase the project and as business engagement.
Shake off the cobwebs with a lunchtime woodland walk.
After crossing the busy A485 road this route takes in fields and woodland. The route can be muddy and features stiles.

Junction Cafe St Illtyd's Loop
Starting and finishing at the Junction Cafe this route runs alongside the Afon Tawe and takes in a short section of the long-distance St Illtyd’s Walk affording stunning Swansea valley views, whilst remaining close to the local cycle path.
Riverside stroll linking St Illtyd's walk and valley views.
There is a mixture of good tarmac paths alongside muddy/wet ones, good footwear is needed. Stiles feature on this route.

Swansea Valley Staircase Walk
Whilst being a relatively short route, it is sure to get the heart pumping as it ascends over 100 steps into local woodlands.
Ascend over 100 steps into local woodlands.
A mix of paved street walking and woodland paths. There are over 200 steps to negotiate on this route.

Mynydd Allt y Grug Circular
A circular route this starts and finishes at the Junction Cafe/ASDA. The route travels along the Afon Tawe and through woodlands offering spectacular views from open access land atop Mynydd Allt-y-grug.
A long loop walk around Mynydd Allt y Grug.
The terrain ranges from tarmac cycle path, farm tracks, to wet woodland floor. Steep ascents, stiles and steps feature.

Ystalyfera Cwmtwrch Isaf Loop
A circular route that travels through a well walked local area known as the Patches and peaceful farmland. It has extensive valley and mountain views.
A wild and isolated wander through woods and marshland.
The more remote sections can be boggy so good footwear is an essential on this walk. Includes both stiles and gates.

Penywern Circular
A challenging circular route this starts and finishes at the junction of Wembley Road and Graig-Y-Merched, offering great views across to Mynydd y Darren and the Brecon Beacons.
Enjoy scenic views of the Brecon Beacons and Swansea Valley.
There are some steep sections along this route. Gates, steps and a stile all feature, good footwear is essential.