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23rd June - 1st July 2018 Contact: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] for more information

#Merthyrstride Saturday 23rd June 2018 Time Activity Venue

9:00am Merthyr Tydfil Park Run Merthyr Tydfil (However Come along and take part in the 5km park run. Park Run takes place the same time all around Leisure Centre, long it takes the Country, it’s all free, and you can walk, hop, jump or run! Merthyr Tydfil you!) Leisure Village, PLEASE NOTE Merthyr Tydfil, You just need to log on to park run website and register once, you will be given a bar code, CF48 1UT print this and fetch it with you.

10:00am Walk The Gap - Led by Harri Evans Fir Tree Centre, (Approx. Fir Tree Drive, 2-3 hours) Come and join this lovely walk along the Taff Trail and take in spectacular views of the Valley , from the well-known landmark affectionately known locally as the gap or the giants bite. , CF46 5BW

10:00am Kids go try event - Led by Merthyr Triathon Club Merthyr Tydfil (You set the Leisure Centre, time!) Do you have an active 8-14 year old who would like a challenge? If the answer is yes, come Merthyr Tydfil along and try the first Go Tri Juniors Merthyr Event. The event will be a 50m swim, 1500m bike Leisure Village, ride and 600m run. Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT PLEASE NOTE You have to pre-register for this event on www.britishtriathlon.org/events All participants must have their own bike and helmets All finishers will have a medal and certificate For more info please contact [email protected]

[email protected] [email protected] activemerthyrtydfi[email protected] 01685 727309 01685 726225 01685 727493 Sunday 24th June 2018 rd Saturday 23 June 2018 Time Activity Venue Time Activity Venue 9:00am Trail Run - Led by Merthyr Tydfil Running Club Merthyr Tydfil (No set time) Leisure Centre, 9:00am Merthyr Tydfil Park Run Merthyr Tydfil Have you always wanted to try a more challenging run but lack the confidence to do it alone? Merthyr Tydfil (However Come along and take part in the 5km park run. Park Run takes place the same time all around Leisure Centre, If yes this is the opportunity for you. Come and join the local running club in a challenging trail Leisure Village, long it takes the Country, it’s all free, and you can walk, hop, jump or run! Merthyr Tydfil run, through the forestry and back to the start. Merthyr Tydfil, you!) Leisure Village, CF48 1UT PLEASE NOTE Merthyr Tydfil, You just need to log on to park run website and register once, you will be given a bar code, CF48 1UT 10:00am - Family Bilingual Observation Trail - Led Urdd Cymru At the front of the print this and fetch it with you. 12:00pm castle, (No time Come along to the park and try and follow all the clues hidden in and around the park and Park, Brecon Road, 10:00am Walk The Gap - Led by Harri Evans Fir Tree Centre, limit) improve your welsh skills at the same time. Prizes if you solve all the clues! Merthyr Tydfil, (Approx. Fir Tree Drive, CF47 8RE 2-3 hours) Come and join this lovely walk along the Taff Trail and take in spectacular views of the Valley Quakers Yard, from the well-known landmark affectionately known locally as the gap or the giants bite. Treharris, 10:30am Family trail bike ride - Led by Valley Cycling Merthyr Tydfil CF46 5BW (No set time) Leisure Centre, Come along and join this lovely flat family bike ride along the Taff Trail. The overall distance will Merthyr Tydfil be 10 miles with the chance to stop off for refreshments. Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, 10:00am Kids go try event - Led by Merthyr Triathon Club Merthyr Tydfil PLEASE NOTE CF48 1UT (You set the Leisure Centre, A helmet must be worn, if you turn up without a helmet you will not be permitted on the time!) Do you have an active 8-14 year old who would like a challenge? If the answer is yes, come Merthyr Tydfil ride. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. along and try the first Go Tri Juniors Merthyr Event. The event will be a 50m swim, 1500m bike Leisure Village, ride and 600m run. Merthyr Tydfil, 11:00am Toddle Waddle - Led by Run Buggy Run Rock UK CF48 1UT (No set time) Summit Centre, PLEASE NOTE Come along as a family and join our very first toddle waddle, enjoy a gentle stroll from Rock UK The Old Drift Mine, You have to pre-register for this event on www.britishtriathlon.org/events down to Parc and back again to use the facilities and sample some coffee and , Treharris, All participants must have their own bike and helmets cake!! Prams, pushchairs, trikes, scooters all welcome. CF46 6RD All finishers will have a medal and certificate For more info please contact [email protected] Monday 25th June 2018 Time Activity Venue

9:30am Breakfast nature walk - Led by Actif Woods Meet at the (Approx. Merthyr Tydfil 2-2 ½ hours) Come and take part in a 3 mile loop and discover common plants, herbs and tree’s along the Leisure Centre way. entrance, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT

12:30pm Merthyr Tydfil Walking lunches - Led by the big heart of Merthyr Penderyn Square, (Approx. ½ Castle Street, hour) Come along and join like-minded people for a quick, brisk lunchtime walk in and around the Merthyr Tydfil town centre. CF47 8ZA

1:30pm walk Official launch of the stride and ride festival and guided walk Rock UK will start at Summit Centre, 2:15pm Come along and see the fantastic new facilities at Rock UK where we will have our official The Old Drift Mine, (Approx. festival launch. Following this join the guided walk from the centre down to Parc Taf Bargoed Trelewis, Treharris, 1½ - 2 hours) and learn about the history of the area. CF46 6RD

PLEASE NOTE Booking is essential on this walk please call 01443 710090 to book your place

5:30pm Outdoor fitness walk - Led by Active Merthyr Tydfil Car park off Cefn (Approx. Coed High Street, 1½ - 2 hours) Come along and find out how you include gentle exercises in your walk! High Street, Merthyr Tydfil CF48 2PN

6:15pm Run with us session - Led by Run with us Meet at the (No set time) Leisure Come along and join in with the friendly run with us in Aberfan where you can walk or run Centre Café along the picturesque Taff Trail, there are two options available 3 miles or 5 miles. Pant Glas Road, Aberfan, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 4QE Tuesday 26th June 2018 Time Activity Venue

10:00am Explore Nant Llwynog Park - Led by Actif Woods Entrance of Nant (Approx. Llwynog Park, 1 ½ hours) A leisurely stroll through the park discovering the history and the wildlife that can be found Near Lewis Street, there. , Treharris, CF46 6SL

10:15am Morning Hillside Ramble - Led by Merthyr Tydfil Ramblers Asda bus stop (you (No set time) can meet at stand Come and join the local ramblers group as they take a lovely hillside walk from Asda to the Taff 11 and get the bus Trail and back to Cefn Coed. from town centre) Top, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2YF

1:00pm Nordic Walking Taster session - Led by Valleys Nordic Walking Pandy Field, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 1 hour) Come along and give Nordic walking a try through the lovely surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park Brecon Road, and discover the benefits of Nordic Walking. Merthyr Tydfil, Nordic walking provides a social whole body workout using up to 90% of your bodies muscles CF47 8RE and burns up to 46% more calories than “normal” walking!

PLEASE NOTE Safety Requirements – minimum age 16, appropriate trainers to be worn (strictly no open toe shoes), no dogs/children, moderate level of fitness required, please bring any emergency medication needed eg. Asthma inhalers etc.

4:30pm Orienteering at Cyfarthfa Park - Led by Venture Out, MTCBC The Bothy, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 1-2 hours) Ever fancied trying your hand at orienteering? Come along and join in with the local authority’s Brecon Road, Venture Out team and learn the basics in the beautiful surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

5:30pm The Petticoat Trail - Led by Huw Williams Merthyr Tydfil (Approx. War Memorial, 1-1½ hours) Find out about the role women have played in the town’s rich history. Starting and finishing Pontmorlais, with St Tydfil herself, the tour includes a couple of redoubtable shopkeepers, a connection to Merthyr Tydfil, Queen Victoria, some formidable women protesters, links to the coal trade and much more. CF47 8UN

Meet 6:15pm Run with us session - Led by Run with us The car park for a 6:30pm at the rear of start (No set Description - Come along and join in with the friendly run along the Celtic Trail and through the Treharris Library, time) stunning Parc Taf Bargoed. Perrott Street, Treharris, CF46 5ET Tuesday 26th June 2018 Wednesday 27th June 2018 Time Activity Venue Time Activity Venue

10:00am Explore Nant Llwynog Park - Led by Actif Woods Entrance of Nant 12:30pm I love Merthyr Walk - Led by Merthyr Tydfil Walking group The big heart at (Approx. Llwynog Park, (Approx. Penderyn Square, 1 ½ hours) A leisurely stroll through the park discovering the history and the wildlife that can be found Near Lewis Street, 1 hour) Come and enjoy this lovely 1 hour stroll from the big heart and discover the trails network on Castle Street, there. Bedlinog, Treharris, your doorstep. Merthyr Tydfil CF46 6SL CF47 8ZA

10:15am Morning Hillside Ramble - Led by Merthyr Tydfil Ramblers Asda bus stop (you 2:00pm Bedlinog hillside walk - Led by Rock UK Rock UK (No set time) can meet at stand (Approx. Summit Centre, Come and join the local ramblers group as they take a lovely hillside walk from Asda to the Taff 11 and get the bus 1 ½ - 2 hours) Come and enjoy this guided walk from the Rock UK climbing centre and take in some stunning The Old Drift Mine, Trail and back to Cefn Coed. from town centre) views along the hillside above the centre. Trelewis, Treharris, Dowlais Top, CF46 6RD Merthyr Tydfil, PLEASE NOTE CF48 2YF Booking is essential on this walk please call 01443 710090 to book your place.

6:00pm Merthyr Tydfil 1:00pm Nordic Walking Taster session - Led by Valleys Nordic Walking Pandy Field, Merthyr Running Club - Led by Merthyr Running Club (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, (No time Leisure Centre, 1 hour) Come along and give Nordic walking a try through the lovely surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park Brecon Road, limit) Come along and join the local running club on their weekly road run. Merthyr Tydfil and discover the benefits of Nordic Walking. Merthyr Tydfil, Leisure Village, Nordic walking provides a social whole body workout using up to 90% of your bodies muscles CF47 8RE Merthyr Tydfil, and burns up to 46% more calories than “normal” walking! CF48 1UT 7:30pm Sunset Walk - Led by Actif Woods Car Park, PLEASE NOTE (No set time Cilsanws Golf Club, Safety Requirements – minimum age 16, appropriate trainers to be worn (strictly no limit) Enjoy a sunset walk to the trig point at Cilsanws Mountain. Cloth Hall Lane, open toe shoes), no dogs/children, moderate level of fitness required, please bring any Well behaved dogs allowed, dogs must be on a lead. Cefn Coed, emergency medication needed eg. Asthma inhalers etc. Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 2NT 4:30pm Orienteering at Cyfarthfa Park - Led by Venture Out, MTCBC The Bothy, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 1-2 hours) Ever fancied trying your hand at orienteering? Come along and join in with the local authority’s Brecon Road, th Venture Out team and learn the basics in the beautiful surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park. Merthyr Tydfil, Thursday 28 June 2018 CF47 8RE Time Activity Venue

10:30am Follow the Red Paths - Led by Ian Everett Woolston The Bothy, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 5:30pm The Petticoat Trail - Led by Huw Williams Merthyr Tydfil 1 ½ - 2 hours) Come and enjoy a moderate walk through the grounds of Cyfarthfa looking at some of the Brecon Road, (Approx. War Memorial, historical features including entrance into the ice house. Merthyr Tydfil, 1-1½ hours) Find out about the role women have played in the town’s rich history. Starting and finishing Pontmorlais, CF47 8RE with St Tydfil herself, the tour includes a couple of redoubtable shopkeepers, a connection to Merthyr Tydfil, PLEASE NOTE Queen Victoria, some formidable women protesters, links to the coal trade and much more. CF47 8UN Sturdy footwear will be needed.

11:00am Nordic Walking Taster session - Led by Valleys Nordic Walking Lakeside, Meet 6:15pm Run with us session - Led by Run with us The car park (Approx. Parc Taf Bargoed, for a 6:30pm at the rear of 1 hour) Come along and give Nordic walking a try through the lovely surroundings of Parc Taf Bargoed Glo Ddu Pavilion, start (No set Description - Come along and join in with the friendly run along the Celtic Trail and through the Treharris Library, and discover the benefits of Nordic Walking. Nordic walking provides a social whole body off High Street, time) stunning Parc Taf Bargoed. Perrott Street, workout using up to 90% of your bodies muscles and burns up to 46% more calories than Trelewis, Treharris, “normal” walking! CF46 6AP CF46 5ET PLEASE NOTE Safety Requirements - minimum age 16, appropriate trainers to be worn (strictly no open toe shoes), no dogs/children, moderate level of fitness required, please bring any emergency medication needed eg. Asthma inhalers etc.

6:15pm to Run with us session - Led by Run with us Meet at the leave at Merthyr Tydfil 6:30pm Come along and join in with the friendly run with us along the Taff Trail where you can walk or Leisure Centre (No set time) run along the picturesque Taff Trail, there are two options available 3 miles or 5 miles. Café, Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT

6:30pm Trail Plogging - Led by Run Wales and Keep Wales Tidy Merthyr Tydfil (No set time) Leisure Centre, Plogging, or eco running, is a new trend taking the running world by storm. It sees runners Merthyr Tydfil picking up litter as they jog, making the environment a better place! Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT Friday 29th June 2018 Time Activity Venue

10:00am Orienteering - Led by Venture Out, MTCBC The Bothy, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 1-2 hours) Ever fancied trying your hand at orienteering? Come along and join in with the local authority’s Brecon Road, Venture Out team and learn the basics in the beautiful surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

10:00am Castle to Viaduct NERS walk - Led by Actif Woods The Bothy, (1 hour) Cyfarthfa Park, Come and join Actif Woods as they deliver their weekly national exercise referral scheme, a Brecon Road, brisk walk from Cyfarthfa Park to Cefn Coed Viaduct and back Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

5:00pm Circular Family Bike Ride - Led by Merthyr Tri Club and Wales Valley Cycling Merthyr Tydfil (Approx. Leisure Centre, 2 hours) Circular bike ride along the Taff Trail to Bike Park Wales and back. Time to stop at the Bikepark Merthyr Tydfil for refreshments. Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT

6:30pm Reason to Run Workshop, Mind over marathon - Led by the Hannah the Runner DW Sports, (Approx. Have you always wanted to run but don’t know where to start? Do you lack the confidence to Cyfarthfa 3 hours) don some trainers? Come along and meet like minded people and listen to some experts who Retail Park, can help you in your start on the right track. Swansea Road, Merthyr Tydfil, PLEASE NOTE CF48 1HY Free event but tickets are needed via EVENTBRITE Saturday 30th June 2018 Time Activity Venue

8:00am Early bird taster Nordic Walking - Led by Valleys Nordic Walking Merthyr Tydfil (Approx. Leisure Centre, 45 minutes) Come along and give Nordic walking a try along the lovely Taff Trail and discover the benefits Merthyr Tydfil of Nordic Walking. Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, If you enjoy your taster session why not join park run at 9am! CF48 1UT You just need to log on to the park run website and register, you will be given a bar code, print this and fetch it with you.

9:00am Merthyr Tydfil Park Run Merthyr Tydfil (However Leisure Centre, long it takes Come along and take part in the 5km park run. Park Run takes place the same time all around Merthyr Tydfil you!) the Country at the same time, it’s all free, and you can walk, hop, jump or run! Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, PLEASE NOTE CF48 1UT You just need to log on to the park run website and register, you will be given a bar code, print this and fetch it with you.

10:30am Family Fairy Walk - Led by Ian Everett Woolston The Bothy, (Approx. Cyfarthfa Park, 1 ½ - 2 hours) Come along and join this guided family fairy trail through the enchanted woodlands. Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

10:30am Who runs the world outdoor bootcamp - WOMEN ONLY - Led by Hannah the Runner and Merthyr Tydfil (No time Adam Jones Fitness Leisure Centre, limit) Merthyr Tydfil Come along and take part in this female only bootcamp aimed at improving your base fitness Leisure Village, and running technique. Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT 10:00am Merthyr Tri - Duathlon - Led by Merthyr Triathlon Club Merthyr Tydfil (No time Leisure Centre, limit) Come along and take part in this fab event of 5k run, 5k bike ride and another 5k run! Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village, PLEASE NOTE Merthyr Tydfil, You have to pre-register for this event on www.britishtriathlon.org/events CF48 1UT All participants must have their own bike and helmets

The run will be done as park run You just need to log on to the park run website and register, you will be given a bar code, print this and fetch it with you.

All finishers will have a medal and certificate

For more info please contact: [email protected]

11:00am - Lunch time Nordic Walking Taster Session - Led by Valleys Nordic Walking Pandy Field, 12:00pm Cyfarthfa Park, (Approx. Come along and give Nordic walking in the lovely surroundings of Cyfarthfa Park and discover Brecon Road, 1 hour) the benefits of Nordic Walking. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE PLEASE NOTE Safety Requirements - minimum age 16, appropriate trainers to be worn (strictly no open toe shoes), no dogs/children, moderate level of fitness required, please bring any emergency medication needed eg. Asthma inhalers etc.

11:00am - Geocaching in the Park - Led by the Men’s Project The Bothy, 12:00pm Cyfarthfa Park, (Approx. Come along and take part in this digital treasure hunt in and around the woods in Cyfarthfa Brecon Road, 1 hour) Park. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE PLEASE NOTE You can download a free geocaching app before you come along!

11:00am - Off the Rails, rail, steam and speed - Led by Huw Williams The Trevithick (Approx. Monument, 1 - 1 ½ hours) Come along and join in this 1 ½ mile walk where you will discover Merthyr Tydfil’s role in the Gwalia Place, birth of what would become one of the key drivers of the industrial revolution - The golden age Pontmorlais, of steam! CF47 0AJ

12:00pm - Geocaching in the Park - Led by the Men’s Project The Bothy, 1:00pm Cyfarthfa Park, (Approx. Come along and take part in this digital treasure hunt in and around the woods in Cyfarthfa Brecon Road, 1 hour) Park. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

2:00pm Push down the path - Led by Disabillity Sport Merthyr Rear of (Approx. Merthyr Tydfil 1 hour) Come and meet some of the Disability Sport Merthyr team, learn about inclusive opportunities Leisure Centre, in the area and have a push down the path in their sports chairs. Merthyr Tydfil Leisure Village, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1UT

2:00pm In the footsteps of Dic Penderyn - Led by Vivian Pugh The New (Approx. Crown Inn 1 - 1 ½ hours) Follow in the footsteps of Dic Penderyn. Was he a hero or villain of the 1831 Merthyr Rising? 28 High Street, You Decide! This walk will take you to places where the leaders of the Merthyr Rising would Merthyr Tydfil, have met to formulate their plans. CF47 8DP HEINI MERTHYR TUDFUL Datblygu Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Corff ACTIVE MERTHYR TYDFIL Sunday 1st July 2018 Developing Sport and Physical Activity Time Activity Venue

10:00am Cyfarthfa Park Taff Trail Loop - Led by Merthyr Tydfil Walking group Main Gates (No time Cyfarthfa Park, limit) Come along and join the friendly Merthyr Tydfil Walking Club as they take in the sights of the Brecon Road, Taff Trail on this circular loop. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

10:00am On your doorstep nature walk - Led by Actif Woods The Bothy, (4 hours) Cyfarthfa Park, Come and enjoy a 5 - 6 mile loop from Cyfarthfa Park and discover the beautiful nature right Brecon Road, on your doorstep. Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE

10:00am Family Park Bike Ride - Led by the Stride and Ride Forum At the front of (No time , limit) Come along and join Wales Valleys Cycling club as they take you on a family bike ride around Cyfarthfa Park, the park. Brecon Road, Merthyr Tydfil, , CF47 8RE , RReeiiddiioo aa mm 12:00pm - Geocaching in the Park - Led by The Men’s Project The Bothy, ddiioo ww 1:00pm y Cyfarthfa Park, ii y Come along and take part in this digital treasure hunt in and around the woods in Cyfarthfa ee !! (Approx. Park. Brecon Road, NN 1 hour) Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE Drwy Awyr Agored

2:00pm Family 2.5k Cyfarthfa Park - Led by the Stride and Forum The Bothy, (No time Cyfarthfa Park, Merthyr Tudful! limit) Come along and take part in the last event of the festival, a friendly family 2.5k event in and Brecon Road, around Cyfarthfa Park. You can walk, run, hop, skip or jump as long as you have fun! Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8RE Gweithgareddau’n cynnwys Cerdded, Beicio, Rhedeg, cerdded Nordig, Cyfeiriannu a mwy...

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