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Afan River Bridge – Old Chapel Ruins loop from Afan Forest Mining museum

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Neath Port Talbot

Afan River Bridge – Old Chapel Ruins loop from Afan Forest Mining museum

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Afan River Bridge – Old Chapel Ruins loop from Afan Forest Mining museum

03:15

11.2km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 3, 2026

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Afan Forest Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

121 m

Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre

Highlight • Forest

Afan Forest Park is a haven for mountain biking and hiking on the site of former coal mines. There are several trails from the visitor centre. The site also has …

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2

205 m

Hidden Heritage Trail, Afan Forest Park

Highlight • Forest

Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre is the main starting point for walking and mountain bike trails in Afan Forest Park.

There are four mountain bike trails and a skills area for less experienced riders.

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3

511 m

Afan River Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

4

6.56 km

View of the Hills and Sea

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

7.89 km

Old Chapel Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

B

11.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.74 km

1.36 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.53 km

1.66 km

1.23 km

474 m

260 m

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Highest point (320 m)

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Wednesday 7 October

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27 %

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