59. Llangynidr Canal and River

Parking

Park in the car park opposite Llangynidr village hall

Cross road and take the lane next to the hall signpost Burial Ground !
After passing the burial ground continue down lane to canal bridge 129. Cross stile and turn left along canal.
Pass bridges 128,127 and 128. Take 1st stile on the left just before a bench and before bridge 125. Cross another stile and cross field to lane. Toryfoel ( hill ) can be seen immediately ahead.
Go right along lane through the hamlet of Cyffredyn. AFTER crossing bridge over stream take the next footpath on the right which leads to the river Usk.

At this point the route divides, dependent on the weather, the river level and the capabilities of the group.

This section is very rocky in places and liable to flooding – it is not suitable for all members of the group

Turn left along path beside the river. Watch out for kingfishers dippers herons and goosanders
At the Service pumping station take path to left then follow waymarker to the right and eventually you reach the old Llangynidr bridge
Turn left up the road. At the canal turn left. Pass bridge 130 and take the next (stone) stile on the left to join driveway. Turn right to join the lane which leads back to the car park

Alternative route for bad weather, high water or walkers needing less strenuous conditions

Return to lane and turn right to continue to the canal bridge.
Turn right just before bridge along drive to Aberyail Farm. Take the stone stile back onto canal just before the farm gate. Turn right along towpath.
At road, walk down to view the old bridge then return to take the 1st road on the right passing the village shop. Carry on to the canal locks.
Cross bridge here to go up to the main road through Llangynidr.
Turn left along road, pass a road on the left then take the 1st footpath on the right. Cross field to Castle Farm. Cross old stone stile to reach lane.
Turn left, then at each junction keep turning left to return to the car park

Points of Interest

Views, canal, R Usk, wildlife, old chapel. Shop and Pubs in village

Toilets opposite car park

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