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Other walks... The Countryside Code Getting there Respect other people By car From J35 of the M4 take the A473 towards • Consider the local community and Bridgend. At the first roundabout take the first exit to other people enjoying the outdoors. continue on the A473. After approximately 1 mile take the • Leave gates and property as you find right turn into Coychurch. Follow this road through the Suitable them and follow paths unless wider village passing St Crallos Church on your left to reach for all ages access is available. Williams Memorial Hall on your left. You may use the Halls car park or use the street parking where available. Protect the natural environment • Leave no trace of your visit and take your litter home. Public Transport The village of Coychurch is served by the 404 bus service between Pontypridd and Bridgend. • Keep dogs under effective control. The bus stop is situated outside of the White Horse pub. Enjoy the outdoors If you are travelling by train there is a regular service into Bridgend Town centre where you can then head to the main If you’ve enjoyed our walk why not try the local Bridgend • Plan ahead and be prepared. bus depot to catch the 404 bus to our village. County Borough Council promoted routes – Nant Bryn • hurch Low Follow advice and local signs. oyc er Glas Circular and the Bridgend Circular. Both walks can C Co & m ru m m u be found as a leaflet in our Community Council Offices or y n Refill App is available and look out for the logo it C y s at the following website: r C in the shops and cafes e o l u b www.bridgend.gov.uk/visit-us/recreational-paths-in- Keep an eye out for our n m c

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Mae’r taflen yma ar gael yn y Gymraeg. healthy and active route This leaflet is available in Welsh. Distance 2.5 miles/4 kilometres. www.ramblers.org.uk/wales Fitness level: leisurely The Ramblers’ Association is a registered charity (England & Wales No. 1093577, Scotland No. SC039799) Coychurch Lower track to head under the School and our two pubs, Start: railway line and arrive at The White Horse, and Williams Memorial Hall, healthy and active route a junction with the A473. The Prince of Wales Main Road Head right here and walk where you can enjoy (SS 93657 79510) Distance Route Stiles Kissing along the shared use some local refreshments. 2.5 miles Fitness level x2 Gate x8 path to enter back into the You’ll also pass the

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