South Wales LDWA

Cambrian Way Part 3, 30 miles, Saturday 5th July 2025, Location

• Changes: Bus leaves the CRIC Centre in Crickhowel town at 08:02am - although we're meeting at the School Carpark it would be a good idea to make your way to the CRIC Centre as soon as you can to avoid missing the bus - Bus is around about £2.30 one way.
• Meet/Start time : 07:30. At: Park in the school car park, but meet at the bus stop at the Square in Crickhowel (by the CriC Centre) , SO21671860
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Catch the bus to Abergavenny and walk back on the Cambrian Way over the Black Mountains
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 2167 1860, Start: SO 3015 1397, Finish: SO 2167 1860
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 6000
• Contact: Jason Winney, Tel: 07704038902, email: Jasonwinney73@gmail.com

Deep in Erwood, 25 miles, Saturday 12th July 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 09:00. At: Park by the Arts & Crafts Centre just off of the A470 - Opposite side of the river, SO08884393
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Walking through the quiet landscape of the Aberedw Hill's, out to Twm Tobacco's Grave, Red Hill and Aberedw Hill
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 0888 4393, Start: SO 0888 4393
• Map(s): Explorer: 188
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4500
• Contact: Jason Winney, Tel: 07704038902, email: Jasonwinney73@gmail.com

Another Glance at Vegetable Mountain, 20 miles, Saturday 2nd August 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Talgarth town car park, SO15303372
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A variant of a walk from October 2022 provides another chance to enjoy the Black Mountains from their northern end.. We will visit the 'friendless' St Ellyw's Church (and its whipping tree) and Rhos Fach common, before ascending Mynydd Bycan en route to Waun Fach. We then descent to the hamlet of Waun Fach to traverse Mynydd Troed prior to our return to Talgarth via Pwll-y-Wrach nature reserve.
• Notes: Some long and steep climbs, combining to around 4500ft of overall ascent, will test the legs and lungs.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 1530 3372, Start: SO 1530 3372
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13. Landranger: 161
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4500
• Contact: Simon Pickering, Tel: 07812011589, email: sipickering@outlook.com

The Epynt Way, 45 miles, Saturday 30th August 2025, Location

• Changes: This walk was moved from Sat. 9th August.
• Meet/Start time : 07:00. At: Epynt Way Visitor Centre - this walk requires booking, SN99314376
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Our summer group epic - The Epynt Way in one go. A wild and interesting route on generally good paths going (safely) around a military training area. Fabulous scenery and remoteness.
• Notes: This route is tough and very committed, with no escape route back to start. Water from streams on route (need to purify). No other facilities apart from, oddly, a fine selection of toilets.... Early start to make most of daylight. Expect at least 18 hours and 1am finish, so bring torch. To join this walk please contact Mike and convince him (if he doesn't know you) that you have the necessary fitness and experience.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SN 9931 4376, Start: SN 9931 4376
• Map(s): Explorer: 12, 187, 188
• Walk Grade: ***** (Very Strenuous).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 7700
• Contact: Mike Batt, Tel: 07737 809565, email: barrymike23@hotmail.co.uk

Hold for Mike, Saturday 27th September 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time :
• Description: A wander around Mynydd Du from Abercraf. Details will follow.
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s):
• Contact: Mike Batt

The Buzzard Way Part 1, 17.2 miles, Saturday 4th October 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Llanhilleth Train Station, SO217008
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: The first stage of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from LlanhillethTrain Station to Ebbw Vale Parkway Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Llanhilleth by 08:21. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! An autumnal high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 217 008, Start: SO 217 008, Finish: SO 175 071
• Map(s): Explorer: 152. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3157
• Contact: David & Gill Morgan , email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

In Search of More Colour, 22 miles, Saturday 18th October 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:00. At: Car Park. Easy access off the M5 at junction 11a.
• Description: A wander through the myriad of woodland that surround Birdlip and Sheepscombe using a variety of paths and tracks with very little road walking.
• Notes: In 2022 'In Search of Colour' turned out to be a bit early in the year. So this year I have chosen a little later in the month.
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s):
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3600
• Contact: Andrew Clabon, Tel: 07884967288, email: andrew.clabon@tiscali.co.uk

Love and Loss, 25 miles, Saturday 25th October 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Meet at Heol y Sarn Car Park in Llantrisant (free) - CF72 8DB. There are two carparks next to each other, but residents use them. So look for spaces in both carparks and, if needed, on the street opposite them., ST0475183647
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Visiting Mynydd Meiros, Mynydd y Gear, Gilfach Goch, Edmondston, Mynydd Dinas, Mynydd y Glyn and Llantrisant Common
• Notes: Includes a mildly adventurous steep scramble. Bring torch.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 04751 83647, Start: ST 04751 83647
• Map(s): Explorer: 151; 166
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4600
• Contact: Mike Batt, Tel: 07737809565, email: barrymike23@hotmail.co.uk

The Buzzard Way Part 2, 21.9 miles, Saturday 1st November 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Ebbw Vale Parkway Train Station, SO175071
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: The second stage of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from Ebbw Vale Parkway Train Station to Bargoed Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Ebbw Vale Parkway by 08:29. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! An autumnal high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 175 071, Start: SO 175 071, Finish: SO 151 001
• Map(s): Explorer: 152 / 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4203
• Contact: David & Gill Morgan , email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

Hold for Simon, Saturday 29th November 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time :
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
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• Contact: Simon Pickering

The Buzzard Way Part 3, 22.4 miles, Saturday 6th December 2025, Location

• Meet/Start time : 09:00. At: Bargoed Train Station, SO151001
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: The third stage of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from Bargoed Train Station to Taffs Well Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Bargoed by 08:55. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! A winter high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 151 001, Start: SO 151 001, Finish: ST 125 832
• Map(s): Explorer: 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3030
• Contact: David & Gill Morgan , email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

The Buzzard Way Part 4, 22 miles, Saturday 10th January 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Taffs Well Train Station, ST125832
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: The fourth stage of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from Taffs Well Train Station to Hengoed Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Taffs Well by 08:24. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! A winter high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 125 832, Start: ST 125 832, Finish: ST 153 949
• Map(s): Explorer: 152 / 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4015
• Contact: David & Gill Morgan , email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

The Buzzard Way Part 5, 21.1 miles, Saturday 7th February 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:40. At: Hengoed Train Station, ST153949
  (It is advisable to arrive 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: The fifth and final stage of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from Hengoed Train Station to Llanhilleth Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Hengoed by 08:35. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! A winter high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 153 949, Start: ST 153 949, Finish: SO 217 007
• Map(s): Explorer: 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3722
• Contact: David & Gill Morgan , email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

Cymoedd Sir Fynwy, 50,30&20 miles, Saturday 18th April 2026, Location

• Description: A challenge event being organised by the South Wales Group. All volunteers to help run the event would be greatly appreciated.
• Notes: The event is over 24 hours but most volunteer helpers will only be required for some of that time. Please let David Morgan know as soon as possible if you wish to help and put the dates in your diary now!

GWJ Test walk please ignore, 25 miles, Wednesday 6th January 2027, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:00. At: Cwmbran boating lake car park
• Description: Along the Afon Lwyd
• Notes: None worth mentioning
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s):
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4500
• Contact: Gerry