PONTLOTTYN to BARGOED

The walk climbs steeply up out of Pontlottyn to the open moorland. Then tracks and forestry lead to the visitor centre at Parc Cwm Darran for a break / early lunch. 

Then another climb to the the ridge, with open views across the valley. Passing a ruined chapel and after crossing a stream the route follows a small valley leading down to the cycle route back to Bargoed.

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Distance: 8 miles 

Leader: Mike

Meet: 9:55 for the 10:11 train towards Rhymney 

Ticket: Return to Rhymney