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W area The Dyfi : Ynyslas National Nature Reserve has three main parts. The Dyfi estuary includes Cors Fochno lies to the south internationally important east of the dunes and is one mudfl ats, sandbanks and of the largest examples of a 1 saltmarsh that provide raised peat bog in Britain. feeding areas for waterfowl. The most westerly part of the Ynyslas sand dunes are at bog has been eroded by the the southern side of the sea but, at low tide, the stumps estuary mouth and are home of long dead trees can be seen to many rare species, some on the beach near . of which are unknown 1 Dyfi : Ynyslas elsewhere in Britain. National Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre Walking trails Other walking routes The Stunning estuary landscape Two waymarked circular Cors Fochno Walk walks start from the beach is a circular boardwalk over and shifting sand dunes car park at Ynyslas. the bog from the Cors Fochno parking area. Dogs are not Dune Walk allowed on this boardwalk. (1¼ miles, 2 km, easy) Stride through the ever- The changing dunes and along runs around the edge of the seashore, with stunning Cors Fochno between Visiting the reserve Opening times displays of fl owers in spring Borth and Tre Taliesin. Ynyslas is the main access point The reserve is open at all times. and summer and colourful to the National Nature Reserve. Ynyslas Visitor Centre and fungi in autumn. Contact us Here there is a beach car park, toilets are open seasonally Ynyslas Walk 01970 872 901 (normally from Easter until visitor centre (open seasonally) (2½ miles, 4 km, easy) (Easter to end September) the end of September). There with small shop and two Experience a rich variety of 0300 065 3000 is a refreshment van in the car waymarked circular walking habitat including sand dunes, (October to Easter) park during the summer. seashore, farmland and then trails around the dunes ynyslas@naturalresourceswales. saltmarsh, with stunning and seashore. gov.uk views of the estuary. The reserve’s landscape and wildlife changes through the year – fi nd out more from our website or app and the information panels onsite. Please note that the beach has a red fl ag for bathing due to dangerous strong tidal currents. This means that swimming is not allowed.

How to get here Ynyslas is 1 mile north of Borth. The reserve is on the B4353. The car park is on tidal sands Accessibility information which are covered by seawater in high spring tides. There is a small car park for disabled visitors beside the main OS grid reference SN 640 955 access road to Ynyslas, 30 metres south of the beach car park. The access from this car park to the visitor centre is via a hard Cors Fochno is 2 miles from Tre’r-ddol. surfaced track and wooden ramp suitable for wheelchairs. The The access track is on the south side of the B4353. toilets are accessible. OS grid reference SN 636 926

SeeSee fold fold-out out centre map for map a key for tosymbol symbols key Aberystwyth area Walking trails Barcud Trail and Animal Puzzle Trail (⅔ mile, 1.2 km, accessible) These trails follow the same route around the edge of the lake where the daily feeding of 2 the red kites takes place. Miners Trail (1½ miles, 2.5 km, moderate) Ridgetop Trail 2 Nant yr Arian The Miners Trail winds along the (3 miles, 5 km, moderate) head of the valley following a On a clear day, there are Visitor Centre leat which once carried water to stunning views to Walking and mountain bike power lead mines. and the . trails from centre with café and play area – don’t miss the daily feeding of red kites! Mountain bike trails Other trails The three mountain bike trails The two running trails o er a are waymarked and start from fantastic introduction to trail the visitor centre. Please read running. Y Llo Trail is 5 km the information onsite to make and Y Fuwch Trail is 10 km sure you pick a trail that is right and both are waymarked for you. Information about trail from the visitor centre. Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor grading is also on our website. The waymarked Mynydd Centre sits at the head Pendam Trail March horse riding trail of a dramatic valley and (10 km, grade red) (6½ miles, 10.5 km) has commanding views This trail combines sections follows a circular route on of Cardigan Bay and the of the Summit and Syfydrin forest tracks, paths and Cambrian Mountains. trails for a taste of fantastic quiet roads. It is well-known for its daily riding with lots of technically The permanent orienteering feeding of red kites with challenging singletrack courses include an easier up to 150 of these birds and some hard climbs. course for beginners and coming in to feed at a time. Summit Trail families and a harder course The visitor centre is the (18 km, grade red) for experienced orienteers. starting point for a range Opening times of waymarked trails for The Summit Trail takes in all The visitor centre and café are the centre’s singletrack with Contact us walkers, mountain bikers, open from 10am to 5pm seven plenty of fl owing and twisty Bwlch Nant yr Arian runners and horse riders. days a week (except Christmas sections and a big climb. Visitor Centre, , There are two play areas Day and Boxing Day). Hot Aberystwyth and several permanent food is served between 10am Syfydrin Trail SY23 3AB orienteering courses. and 3pm daily. The red kites (35 km, grade black) are fed daily at 2pm in winter This trail includes the entire 01970 890453 (GMT) and 3pm in summer Summit route and also goes bnya@naturalresourceswales. (BST). out onto the high open hills gov.uk for a challenging ride.

How to get here Accessibility information Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre is 9 miles east of Aberystwyth on the A44. The 525 bus from Aberystwyth - The Barcud Trail is suitable for wheelchairs and a wheelchair stops on request at the entrance to the car park. may be hired from the visitor centre. There is wheelchair access to the visitor centre and café. There are facilities for the hearing Postcode for sat nav SY23 3AB impaired in the café. OS grid reference SN 717 813

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4 Coed Maenarthur Bridge over gorge, spectacular waterfall and huge hillfort 3 Gogerddan Woodland walk with coastal views and bluebells in spring Coed Maenarthur is a woodland full of history in an area once home to a busy lead-mining industry. There is a waymarked walk through the woodland which is reached by a bridge high over the . This wooden bridge replaced Just a short drive from Aberystwyth, Gogerddan is an the one used by mineworkers which is thought to have easy to fi nd picnic site with woodland walk. The car park collapsed. The walk leads to Castell Grogwynion, one of the and picnic area are adjacent to an ancient woodland, once largest hill forts in Wales, and passes near an impressive part of the Gogerddan estate which was broken up in the 1940s. waterfall. Coed Maenarthur is especially beautiful in autumn The woodland is home to some beautiful old trees including when the trees are ablaze with yellow and red. oak, sweet chestnut and lime and, in spring, there is a stunning Walking trail display of seasonal fl owers. The picnic site is in a sheltered Maenarthur Trail (2½ miles, 4 km, moderate) streamside location and the circular walking trail starts from the The Maenarthur Trail starts near the water wheel in the car park. It is a fairly short walk but the steep climbs through the village of Pontrhydygroes – you need to go through trees are rewarded with some lovely views. the footpath gate to get to the bridge over the gorge. Walking trail The trail fi rst climbs the wooded hillside of the Iron Age Gogerddan Walk (1½ miles, 2.4 km, moderate) hill fort and then emerges into a clearing with fantastic Waymarked from the car park, the Gogerddan Walk climbs views over the trees and down into the valley. The route its way up through the woodland. The route passes some goes past a spectacular waterfall and then follows the beautiful veteran trees and, in spring, the woodland is fast-fl owing river. It returns via a path along the bottom carpeted with bluebells. There are many climbs and steep of the gorge. This walk has numerous long climbs and descents along the way as well as several viewpoints with steep descents. glimpses of Cardigan Bay.

How to get here How to get here Coed Maenarthur is 14 miles south east of Aberystwyth. Gogerddan is 5 miles north east of Aberystwyth. Take the B4340 from Aberystwyth to . Follow this Take the A44 from Aberystwyth to . After 3 miles, road through Trawsgoed until it crosses the River Ystwyth turn left at the roundabout onto the A4159 for . and then turn immediately left, following the river towards After going through Capel Dewi, turn right at the crossroads Pontrhydygroes. At the entrance to Pontrhydygroes, park at the bottom of the hill for Penrhyncoch. Go past huge sensitively on the left hand side of the road by the Miners’ greenhouses on the right and a row of houses on the left. Bridge (opposite the water wheel). The car park is on the left immediately after the last house.

OS grid reference SN 634 837 OS grid reference SN 738 722

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There are fi ve waymarked walks, of varying length and di culty, from the car park. Three of the trails are a mile long or less. They go through woodland 5 and have stunning views.

5 The Lady’s Walk follows paths Hafod Estate with a gentle gradient through Dramatic woodland walks, a meadow and past a waterfall waterfalls and views in an while the much longer historic landscape Gentleman’s Walk has many steep climbs and descents on its way to the Cavern Cascade.

Coed Hafod Walk The Lady’s Walk (¾ mile, 1.2 km, moderate) (2 miles, 3.6 km, moderate) This short walk runs west This walk is one of two classic The Hafod Estate occupies about 200 hectares of the Ystwyth along the south-facing slope circular routes created by valley and the surrounding hills east of Aberystwyth. It is of the Ystwyth valley and Johnes in his fi rst years at recognised as one of the fi nest examples in Europe of a o ers stunning views across Hafod. It goes through a lovely “Picturesque” landscape and was an essential destination the Hafod Estate. It passes meadow and past a stunning for early tourists to Wales. through several di erent types waterfall along paths with a The estate was designed in the late eighteenth century by of woodland and there is the gentle gradient. who built a house in this remote location. He option to join a di erent trail laid out the grounds to showcase natural beauty in sympathy to complete a circular walk The Gentleman’s Walk with the ‘Picturesque principles’ which were fashionable at the back to the car park. (6 miles, 3.7 km, strenuous) time. He developed circuit walks which allowed visitors to enjoy This spectacular walk is the a succession of views and experiences. Hafod soon became a Bedford Monument Walk second “Picturesque” circuit destination for visitors in search of “wild nature”. Johnes also (1 mile, 1.6 km, moderate) created by Johnes. It takes used the land for farming, forestry and gardening, in each case This is a walk with a relatively in huge old beech trees, the trying out new ideas and experimental methods. gentle gradient up to the amazing Cavern Cascade Bedford monument from and unique bridges. It is a The mansion was demolished in the 1950s and today the estate where you can enjoy a strenuous walk with many is managed by Natural Resources Wales in partnership with the beautiful view over the estate. steep climbs and descents. Hafod Trust. Eglwys Newydd, also known as Hafod Church, is situated Ystwyth Gorge Walk next to the main car park. This beautiful Gothic church was (1 mile, 1.5 km, moderate) commissioned by Johnes and built in the early 1800s. Its This spectacular route takes outward appearance has changed little but the roof and the you across the rocky gorge on internal Gothic fi ttings were badly damaged by a fi re. Since a wobbly (but safe!) narrow then it has been restored and is open to the public from chain bridge. There are some Easter to the end of September. climbs and descents along the way and steep drops beside the path.

How to get here The Hafod Estate is 16 miles south east of Aberystwyth. Take the B4574 from Devil’s Bridge to . After 2½ miles turn right at a triangular junction. Follow this road bearing right for another mile. The car park is on the left, just after Hafod Church.

OS grid reference SN 768 736

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6 7 7 Grogwynion Riverside picnic area and peaceful woodland with 6 The Arch huge fi r trees Walking trails with viewing points within the Hafod Estate

Grogwynion is a small car park and pleasant picnic site by the River Ystwyth just a short drive from Aberystwyth. This site is named after a spectacular old masonry arch which Silver, lead and zinc were mined in this valley for centuries sits by the side of the B4574 from Devil’s Bridge and, until but today it is a peaceful spot for a family day out. The picnic recently, the road ran through the arch itself. The arch was site is in a glade of willow and birch near the river bank and built in 1810 to mark the Golden Jubilee of King George III. It there are two waymarked walking trails within Ty’n y Bedw was constructed by Thomas Johnes who designed the mansion Woodland – look out for the large wooden sign opposite the and grounds which made up the Hafod Estate. The mansion was car park which marks the starting point. demolished in the 1950s and today the estate and its walking trails are managed by Natural Resources Wales in partnership Walking trails with the Hafod Trust. There are three short waymarked trails Craig yr Ogof Walk Ty’n y Bedw Trail here which lead through trees planted by Johnes. (½ mile, 1 km, easy) (2½ miles, 4 km, moderate) Walking trails This short trail leads along the This longer trail fi rst climbs up side of the Ystwyth valley and through some huge Douglas The Ancient Beech Trail The Panorama Trail has some lovely views across fi r trees before it meanders (½ mile, 0.8 km moderate) (1½ miles, 2.5 km, moderate) the steep wooded hillsides. around the hillside, switching See 200 year-old beech trees After a short but steep climb There is a short climb at the between wide forest roads planted by Hafod Estate you’ll be rewarded with one start and there is a bench and little paths along a stream. designer, Thomas Johnes. of the most inspiring views along the way from which There are views over the The Arch Woodland Trail in . On a clear day to enjoy the views. Ystwyth valley and old lead (1 mile, 1.6 km, moderate) you can see Cadair Idris many mine workings. There miles away in are numerous long climbs This short circular trail goes . and some steep descents through the woodland and has along the way. several viewing points along the way.

How to get here How to get here Grogwynion is 14 miles south east of Aberystwyth. The Arch is 15 miles east of Aberystwyth. Take the B4340 from Aberystwyth to Trawsgoed. Follow this road Take the B4574 from Devil’s Bridge to Cwmystwyth. Approximately through Trawsgoed until it crosses the River Ystwyth and then 2 miles after Devil’s Bridge, there is a stone arch on the left and the turn immediately left, following the river. After passing the saw car park and picnic area is just after it. mill, the car park is a few hundred metres further on the left.

OS grid reference SN 765 756 OS grid reference SN 694 715

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8 Black Covert 9 Cors Caron Sheltered picnic site and walk to ancient hillfort National Nature Reserve Accessible boardwalk over vast raised bog, cycle route and riverside walk

Black Covert is a peaceful spot by the River Ystwyth which fl ows through this steep sided valley on its way to Aberystwyth. There is a picnic area within the shelter of large ash, birch and sweet chestnut trees and a lovely wooden bench right by the Cors Caron National Nature Reserve is a vast wetland in the crystal clear water. The Birchgrove Walk climbs its way up to broad valley of the River Teifi . This peaceful reserve includes the ancient hillfort of Allt-Fedw where there is a viewpoint three raised bogs made up of deep peat which has built up over overlooking rolling hills and valleys. The Riverside Walk is an the past 12,000 years. The bogs are surrounded by reedbeds, fen, easier route through a beech woodland which is carpeted with wet grassland, woodland, rivers, streams and ponds. This amazing bluebells in spring. variety of habitats, which are rust-red in autumn, support a wealth of wildlife. The boardwalk takes you out over the bog, there is Walking trails a riverside walk and part of the Ystwyth Cycle Trail is within the Riverside Walk Birchgrove Walk reserve. The toilets are accessible and are open at all times. (1¼ miles, 2 km, easy) (2 miles, 3.2 km, moderate) Walking and cycling trails This trail o ers a gentle walk The Birchgrove Walk passes from the picnic site alongside a tranquil pond as it makes Cors Caron Walk (1½ miles, 2.6 km, accessible) the River Ystwyth. It returns its way up to the 2000 year The boardwalk goes over the south-east bog. It passes by several through the woodland which old hill fort of Allt-Fedw. benches and a large observation building with views of the is fi lled with the scent of resin Here there is a viewpoint with landscape. It is fully accessible and has an all-weather surface. and swathes of bluebells in panoramic views over rolling Riverside Walk Old Railway Walk (3½ miles, spring. hills and valleys. There are (4½ miles, 7 km, moderate) 6 km there and back, easy) many long climbs and steep This circular route follows the This part linear route follows descents along this trail. river bank and goes through an old railway track along the heart of Cors Caron. It the edge of the reserve and can be muddy and wellington is part of the Ystwyth Trail, a boots are recommended! Sustrans National Cycle Trail This trail is occasionally from to Aberystwyth. closed due to fl ooding and Walkers, cyclists and horse dogs are not allowed. riders may use the trail.

How to get here Black Covert is 9 miles south east of Aberystwyth How to get here Take the B4340 from Aberystwyth to Trawsgoed. Turn right Cors Caron National Nature Reserve is 2 miles north of Tregaron. over the bridge (signed B4575) then turn immediately Follow the signpost from the crossroads in Tregaron onto the left and left again into the car park. B4343. After about 2 miles, the car park is on the left.

OS grid reference SN 667 730 OS grid reference SN 692 625

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These waymarked walking trails start from the Rhyd-y-benwch car park. Cascades Walk 10 (½ mile, 0.8 km, accessible) The Cascades Walk goes down to a boardwalk along the riverbank and onto the Cascades Falls. Here there 10 Hafren Forest is a raised platform to take in the view before returning A forest full of waterfall through the woodland. walks for all to enjoy Severn-Break-its-Neck Trail Other routes (1½ miles, 2.5 km, moderate) Small sections of Glyndŵr’s The Severn-Break-its-Neck Way, a National Trail, pass Trail follows the riverbank through the eastern edge before passing through a of Hafren Forest. meadow picnic area and Hafren Forest was planted by woodlands. It then crosses a The Walk is a the Forestry Commission in footbridge where the River 136 mile long distance walk the 1930s. It is named after Severn thunders into the along the from the Afon Hafren which is the famous Severn-Break-its-Neck Hafren Forest to . Welsh name for the River waterfall. At 210 miles, the Severn Severn. The source of the Blaenhafren Falls Trail Way long distance walk is 800 metres (3 miles, 5 km, moderate) from Hafren Forest to Bristol outside the forest’s boundary is the longest riverside walk This is a scenic route through in a deep, blanket-peat bog in Britain. on the slopes of . As the heart of the forest Part of Sarn Sabrina, a 25 mile it makes its way through the alongside the River Severn circular walk, passes through forest, the river soon becomes to Blaenhafren Falls. Hafren Forest. a fast-fl owing torrent with Source of the Severn Trail cascades and waterfalls. (7 miles, 11 km, strenuous) The Lôn Las Cymru Sustrans National Cycle Trail between A walk along one of the trails The Source of the Severn Cardi and Holyhead passes which are waymarked from Trail leads through the forest through Hafren Forest. the car park is a great way to onto a stone path through enjoy this beautiful river. The Hafren Forest is also home boggy to the The Prince Llewelyn Ride longest route takes you to to numerous footpaths and Severn’s source. The return Is an 80 mile long distance the source of the Severn. The bridleways and it is the route passes a waterfall and horse riding route. It passes shorter trails go to waterfalls starting point for two long the remains of a Bronze Age through Hafren Forest on its within the forest, including distance walks. There are copper mine. way from the border the famous Severn-Break-its- pleasant picnic facilities near to Borth on the coast. Neck. The all-ability trail has the car park and the toilets are a riverbank boardwalk and open from Easter to October. waterfall viewing point. How to get here Accessibility information Hafren Forest is 6 miles west of Llanidloes. The half mile long Cascades Walk was designed in partnership Follow Short Bridge Street out of Llanidloes town centre. with local disabled associations. The shady zig-zag path leads Cross the river and turn left. Follow this narrow road for to an all-ability boardwalk along the riverbank to the Cascades 5½ miles, passing through Old Hall, and the Rhyd-y-benwch Falls. Here there is a raised viewing platform with picnic bench. car park is on your left. The car park can also be reached The car park has disabled parking on a tarmac surface for two via minor roads from the northern end of Llyn Clywedog. cars close to the accessible toilets (open Easter to October). OS grid reference SN 857 869

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11 12 Nash Wood (Fishpools) Border country woodland Woodland walk with between Wales and England stunning views in former royal hunting ground

Nash Wood is located within the old county of , now part of Powys, and its boundaries actually sit half in Wales Radnor Forest used to be a forest in the medieval sense and half in England. This is one of the quietest corners of mid of being an unenclosed area for hunting deer. For centuries, it Wales but this beautiful area has had a turbulent history. Radnor was used as a royal hunting ground. Nowadays it is a landscape Forest was fought over for centuries by the native Welsh and of hill farming, , steep narrow valleys and hills. Many of the Norman-English invaders and there are a number of hillforts the woodlands here are managed by Natural Resources Wales. dotted around. Nowadays, it is much more tranquil here and it The car park at Fishpools Walking trail is an ideal place for a woodland stroll. o ers access to the miles Fishpools Trail of bridlepaths and green (2½ miles, 4 km, moderate) lanes in this ancient forest Walking trail This circular woodland trail Nash Trail and to a waymarked walking leads to a fantastic viewpoint trail with a viewpoint over (2 miles, 3.3 km, moderate) over village and the This circular trail from Nash Bleddfa village. surrounding countryside. Wood car park goes through Bleddfa means “place of the There is an optional extra a mix of woodlands. It is a wolf” and tradition has it that loop to the trail around the great place to spot colourful the last wolves in Wales were heathland where local people fungi if you’re visiting in autumn. driven out of Radnor Forest once had the right to cut Halfway round, the viewpoint into the valley here and killed. peat for fuel. of Burfa Vista overlooks Radnor Forest and as well as some of the hillforts which are a common feature of this border country between Wales and England.

How to get here How to get here Nash Wood is 500 metres south of Presteigne. Fishpools car park is 7 miles west of Knighton. Follow the B4355 From Knighton to Kington. At the T junction Follow the A488 for 5½ miles from Knighton to Bleddfa. just before Presteigne, turn left onto the by-pass. Turn right Continue for just over ½ mile and Fishpools car park is on the left. opposite the secondary school and the car park is down this road on the right.

OS grid reference SO 188 683 OS grid reference SO 306 625

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13 Warren Wood Gateway to a spectacular waterfall and three walking 14 Irfon Forest (Pwll Bo) trails Two easy riverside walks and a grassy picnic area

Warren Wood got its name because the rabbits which lived in warrens here were once a source of food. Over 200 years ago, Situated in a remote part of mid Wales but easy to fi nd, Pwll it became a popular spot for visitors attracted by the waterfall Bo is part of Irfon Forest. Pwll Bo means “boggy pool” in known as Water-Break-its-Neck. The Victorian owners of the Welsh and the car park and riverside picnic area are the starting estate transformed the landscape from a large moorland area to point for two short walking trails, one of which is accessible for woodland for the benefi t of tourists visiting the waterfall. The wheelchairs. Both trails are waymarked and follow the River Irfon trees they planted then have since grown into a mature woodland on part of its journey down from the Cambrian Mountains to the and there are many huge specimens which can be admired from River Wye at . Pwll Bo is a few miles from the three waymarked walking trails. Wells which claims to be the smallest town in Britain. Walking trails Walking trails Waterfall Walk Warren Trail Walk Cwm Irfon Trail (⅓ mile, ½ km, easy) (1½ miles, 2.3 km, strenuous) (¾ mile, 1.2 km, easy) (1 mile, 1.4 km, easy) This mainly level short The Warren Trail is an energetic This accessible route follows a This circular trail follows the walk goes straight to the ramble with a climb of 560 feet riverside path along the River same riverside path as the waterfall, which was a popular (170 metres). This circular route Irfon. It winds between spruce Afon Irfon Walk but, when the destination for Victorian has great views of some of the trees and returns along the hard surface stops, it goes up a tourists. It returns via the same largest trees in Radnorshire, same path to the car park. gentle incline and returns along route to the car park. many of which were planted in a quiet forest road. Water-Break-its-Neck Trail Victorian times. (¾ mile, 1 km, moderate) This circular woodland walk leads you above the famous Accessibility information Water-Break-its-Neck waterfall. The Afon Irfon Walk is an easy, level walk with no steps that is suitable for all. There are a number of benches along the way to enjoy the views and the sound of the river. How to get here How to get here Warren Wood is 1 mile south west of . Pwll Bo is 3 miles north west of . Take the A44 from Kington to . 1 mile after From the A483 at Llanwrtyd Wells, take the unclassifi ed New Radnor turn right at the brown tourist sign into a council road signposted to . After 3 miles, the Pwll Bo car park. Once o the road, follow the signs to the Warren car park is on the right. Wood car park. OS grid reference SO 187 598 OS grid reference SN 851 509

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15 16 15 Cwm Rhaeadr Waymarked trails for 16 Caio Forest walking, mountain biking Three walking trails in and horse riding a forest named after historic village

Cwm Rhaeadr, which means “valley of the waterfall” in Welsh, This conifer forest is named after the nearby village of Caio is a remote woodland and picnic area situated in the upper which was the birthplace of Llywelyn ap Gru ydd, the last prince Tywi valley. There are two waymarked walking trails, a mountain of an independent Wales. It was planted on moorland in the bike trail suitable for experienced riders and a horse riding trail 20th century by the Forestry Commission to produce timber. that leads to a bridleway with great views. Caio Forest has many miles of forest roads and tracks and there Walking, mountain bike and horse riding trails are several waymarked trails from the car park. All Ability Trail Waterfall Walk Walking trails Other route (¾ mile, 1.25 km, accessible) (2½ miles, 4 km, moderate) Rhodfa Pont Annell Trail Cothi Trail This trail through the woodland There are glimpses of the (1 mile, 1.6 km, easy) (8 miles, 13 km, moderate) is suitable for wheelchair users. waterfall through the trees on This pleasant walk through the This trail uses the roads and It passes by two ponds where this trail through the lower part forest crosses a bridge over the tracks that link the Cothi dragonfl ies can be spotted in of the valley. It returns along stream where there is a picnic valley and Caio Forest. There summer. the river. table in the clearing. are some steep climbs and Cwm Rhaeadr Mountain Bike Horse riding trail Rhodfa Rhiw Goch Trail descents on this trail which Trail (6.7 km, grade red) (1½ miles, 2.5 km) (1¼ miles, 2 km, moderate) is suitable for walkers, cyclists and horse riders. This waymarked trail may be The waymarked trail follows The trail follows grassy paths short but it o ers singletrack the forest road for 1½ miles and forest roads as it makes riding, a descent over a rocky after which you can either its way up through a variety of ridge and stunning views over return along the same route trees. The climb is rewarded the valley and waterfall. Please or join the bridleway onto by great views from the seat read the information board . at the top. onsite to make sure this trail is Rhodfa Glyn Annell Trail right for you. (2½ miles, 4 km, easy) The longest of the waymarked Accessibility information trails is an easy and reasonably The All Ability Trail is suitable for wheelchairs. fl at walk on forest roads. How to get here Cwm Rhaeadr is 5 miles north of Llandovery. How to get here Follow signs for Cilycwm from the A482 or A483. Go through Caio Forest is 9 miles north west of Llandovery. Cilycwm and continue northwards towards Llyn Brianne Take the A482 from to . After 8 miles, . After about 1 mile, the sign for Cwm Rhaeadr turn right towards Caio village. Go through Caio, following the car park is on the left. forest signs, and the car park is 750 metres after the village. OS grid reference SN 765 423 OS grid reference SN 679 405

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Abergorlech car park Byrgwm car park is home to a Byrgwm means “short valley” in riverside picnic site with play Welsh. The waymarked walking area. It is also the starting point trail passes one of the ruined for a walk to an arboretum with houses in Forest. a di erence. Byrgym Forest Walk Riverside Walk (4 miles, 6.4 km, moderate) 17a (1 mile, 1.7 km, easy) This walk goes through areas 17 This mainly level woodland trail of huge Douglas fi r trees and Brechfa Forest goes alongside the scenic River moss-strewn Norway spruce. It Woodland walks, mountain 17b Gorlech and over a humpback passes a derelict smallholding, bike trails and a forest garden bridge before returning along a poignant reminder that more with a di erence the forest road. people used to live o the land. Gorlech Walk Derwen Mountain Bike Trail (3½ miles, 5.7 km, moderate) (9.2 km, grade green) This trail follows the River The Derwen Trail e ortlessly Gorlech along forestry roads fl ows through oak woodland Brechfa Forest is the modern name for part of the ancient Glyn before crossing a small bridge and gives the inexperienced Cothi Forest which provided building materials and grazing to onto a footpath and climbing o -road rider a unique local people. Following the fi nal defeat of Wales by Edward I, uphill through the woodland. introduction to mountain biking. There is also an optional Glyn Cothi became a Royal Forest administered under Forest Forest Garden Walk 4.2 km blue graded extension Law for several centuries. Since then, a very di erent forest has (5 miles, 8.3 km, strenuous) halfway along. developed. In the 1900s, the Forestry Commission planted Brechfa The forest garden is made up Forest with conifers to boost Britain’s timber reserve after the of half of the tree species that Raven Mountain Bike Trail First World War. The four car parks within Brechfa Forest are can be grown in the British (18.5 km, grade black) the starting points for several waymarked walking and mountain Isles. They were planted by Suitable only for profi cient bike trails. the Forestry Commission to riders, this trail ventures Mountain biking in Brechfa Forest assess their suitability for further into the forest. It British forestry. mixes up traditional woodland Brechfa Forest is fast gaining singletrack with some brash a reputation as a great place Gorlech Mountain Bike Trail descents and fast, undulating for mountain biking. Profi cient (19 km, grade red) trail with berms and jumps. riders love the black graded This trail has a hard, fast, Raven Trail which well-known all weather surface with Keepers and mountain biker, Rowan Sorrell, perfectly sculpted berms, Gwarallt car parks helped to design. Beginners huge switchbacks, jumps and The car parks at Keepers and younger riders can get tabletops. Sifi gwm car park (OS grid reference SN 523 319) their fi rst taste of o -road (OS grid reference SN 553 395) and Gwarallt (OS grid reference riding on the Derwen Trail. is an alternative starting point. SN 520 322) are each the Please read the information starting point for a short onsite to make sure you pick waymarked walking trail. a trail that is right for you. Information about trail grading is also on our website. How to get here How to get here 17b Byrgwm: From the A40 between 17a Abergorlech: and , take the From the A482 between Lampeter and Llandovery, turn o B4310 through Brechfa village. onto the B4302 for . From Llansawel follow signs for After 1 mile, the car park Abergorlech. The car park is on the right just before the village. is on the left.

OS grid reference SN 585 337 OS grid reference SN 544 315

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18 19 19 18 Crychan Forest Cilgwyn Wood Walking trail in peaceful (Halfway) woodland on edge of Walking, cycling and horse Beacons riding on forest roads and old drovers’ tracks

Cilgwyn is a small woodland in rural , made up of a pleasant mix of trees, including large Douglas fi r, Crychan Forest is set in beautiful countryside between the beech and spruce. In spring, the banks beside the forest road and the Cambrian Mountains. Years ago, before are carpeted with bluebells. This peaceful woodland is not the trees were planted, drovers passed through here taking far from the A40 through the Brecon Beacons National Park, cattle and sheep from the mountains of mid Wales to market in making it an ideal stop-o to stretch your legs. There is a . Nowadays, many miles of horse tracks and cycle routes circular waymarked walking trail which, although fairly short, through the forest link the car parks at Halfway, Bryn o, Esgair has a steady 500 metre climb. Cilgwyn Wood is only a few Fwyog and Cefn Farm. There is also a waymarked walking trail miles from the market town of Llandovery where there are and cycle trail from Halfway car park. shops, cafés and pubs and there is a picnic site in Pen Walking, cycling and horse riding trails Arthur Wood nearby. Nant y Dresglen Trail (2 miles, 3.6 km, moderate) Walking trail This circular walking route winds through the trees but Cilgwyn Walk (2 miles, 3 km, moderate) never goes far from the river that it’s named after. The Cilgwyn Walk starts o on the forest road and climbs Allt Troedrhiw-fer Cycle Trail (6.3 km) steadily up through the woodland. The trail turns o onto an old track, passing beech trees and a pond. It then crosses This waymarked cycle trail follows the gentle gradients of the forest road and goes up a bank, which is full of bluebells forest roads over the river before returning along the hillside. in spring, before dropping back down to the starting point There is a link to the , a 50 mile long bridleway on the forest road. around the military training area. Horse riding and carriage driving trails There is open access for horse riding and carriage driving throughout Crychan Forest and many miles of waymarked trails. See our website for details of the trails and facilities for horse riders and carriage drivers at our four car parks in Crychan Forest. How to get here Cilygwyn Wood is 3 miles south west of Llandovery. How to get here Take the A4069 from Llandovery to . After 1 mile, Halfway car park is 5 miles east of Llandovery. turn left along an unclassifi ed road and continue for another Take the A40 from Llandovery to Brecon and, after 5 miles, the mile. At a junction continue straight ahead and, after ½ mile, car park is signposted on the left up a short unclassifi ed road. the entrance to Cilgwyn Wood is on the left. Please park carefully near the entrance leaving the gateways clear for residents and emergency access.

OS grid reference SN 835 330 OS grid reference SN 752 297

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21 20 21 Woodland 20 Pen Arthur Wood Steep climb up wooded hillside Uphill walk to a spectacular with views of a ruined abbey viewpoint over

Talley Community Woodland overlooks an historic Carmarthenshire village in the River Cothi valley. Pen Arthur Wood is situated in the Brecon Beacons National The village of Talley grew up around an abbey that was Park and is easy to fi nd o the scenic A4069 through the founded in the 12th century. The abbey was dissolved by mountains. This peaceful woodland is made up of an attractive Henry VIII and the stone was used to build much of the mix of conifers and native broadleaved trees and there are present village and chapel. There are views of the abbey masses of bluebells in spring. There is a picnic area next to the ruins, which are maintained by , from the three walking car park and a waymarked trail up to a viewpoint. trails. The trails are waymarked and start from the layby just Walking trail beyond the abbey car park. Banc-Carreg-foel-gam Viewpoint Trail Walking trails (4 miles, 6.4 km, strenuous) These walking trails all include a steep climb and take This walk is uphill all the way to a viewpoint which is 1150 feet you to a viewpoint with a bench to enjoy the views. (350 metres) above sea level. From here, there are great views Talley Views Walk Cwm yr Efail Walk on a clear day of Black Mountain and the Tywi Valley. The return (1¾ miles, 2.9 km, strenuous) (2½ miles, 4 km, strenuous) route is by the same path. This walk climbs steeply Cwm yr Efail means “valley of Other route up a gorse-covered hill on the forge” in Welsh. The route a zig-zag path. climbs up steeply through the Part of the , a long distance route from former arboretum and returns to Llangadog, passes through Pen Arthur Wood. Big Trees Walk down a gorse-covered hillside. Good map readers can walk a section of this route by picking (1¼ miles, 2.2 km, strenuous) up the public footpath in the wood at Banc-Carreg-foel- This trail passes through a gam and following public rights of way to Garn Goch before former arboretum which is returning on a minor road. This walk is 8 miles (13 km) but it home to huge oak, ash, pine is not waymarked and only the paths in the forest are on land and spruce trees. managed by Natural Resources Wales. How to get here How to get here Talley Community Woodland is 12 miles west of Llandovery. Pen Arthur Wood is 7 miles south of Llandovery. From the A482 Lampeter to Llandovery road take the B4302 to Take the A4069 from Llangadog to . Talley and Llandeilo. Follow the signs for Talley Abbey and park After 2 miles, the car park entrance is on the right. sensitively in the small layby near the woodland entrance, just beyond the abbey car park.

OS grid reference SN 717 255 OS grid reference SN 631 329

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Mid Wales is home to three long distance routes, each of which can be enjoyed in bitesize chunks. They are all open to walkers and some sections are open to cyclists and horse riders. Glyndŵr’s Way is the 135 mile National Trail from Knighton to . It passes through open moorland, rolling farmland and woodland. Named after a 15th century Welsh prince, the route meanders through mid Wales in a horseshoe shape, passing small market towns and quiet villages. After reaching Machynlleth near the Dyfi estuary, it turns back east to Welshpool via .

O£a’s Dyke Path runs for At 870 miles long, the Wales 177 miles from Chepstow to Coast Path is the longest . This National Trail continuous path along a nation’s traces the border with England coastline. Signposted with unique and the spectacular earthwork blue and yellow dragon shell signs, constructed by King Oa in the route goes from Chepstow the 8th century to divide his to Chester. The Kingdom of Mercia from rival Coast Path along the clitops of kingdoms. The central section mid Wales from Machynlleth to promises some of the most Cardigan is a dramatic part of the varied walking as it weaves Path. There are many stunning in and out of mid Wales and views and beautiful beaches along through the tranquil border the varied coastline of Cardigan region known as the Marches. Bay, home to the UK’s biggest pod of dolphins.

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A470 A490 Atgynhyrchwyd â chaniatâd yr Arolwg Ordnans ar ran Llyfrfa ei Mawrhydi. Machynlleth © Hawlfraint a hawliau cronfa ddata’r Goron 2016. Cedwir pob hawl. Rhif Trwydded yr Arolwg Ordnans 100019741 1 Y Drenewydd A487 Reproduced by Permission of Ordnance Survey on behalf of HMSO. Newtown © Crown copyright and database right 2016. Ordnance Survey Licence number 100019741 A489 3 10 2 Llanidloes A4159 A44 Presteigne Aberystwyth A4120 6 Llangurig 11 Llanandras A470 12 4 5 13

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A485 B4343 Accessible facilities Dogs welcome Play area 8 7 A44 LlandrindodCaerdydd Wells 9 Tregaron A487 A482 A483 Cuddfan bywyd gwyllt A485 Llanfair yn Muallt Toiledau Maes picnic 14 BuilthCardi‡ Wells Llanbedr Pont Ste‡an 15 Aberteifi Lampeter Wildlife hide Llanwrtyd Y Gelli Gandryll Toilets Picnic area Cardigan 16 A475 Wells Hay on Wye A483 A484 B4337 A470 A482 18 A485 A487 21 B4302 Lle newid babanod Golchi beiciau Barbeciw 17a Llanymyddri 17b A40 Llandovery A470 A478 A484 B4310 A40 Baby changing Bike wash Barbecue 19 A479 A40 A40 20 Aberhonddu Brecon Caerfyrddin A40 A48 A40 Carmarthen Hwl‡ordd A483 A4069 A4067 A470 Haverfordwest A477 A465 Y Fenni Abergavenny

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