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Hiking loop from Pontypridd

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Hiking loop from Pontypridd

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Hiking loop from Pontypridd

01:08

4.15km

60m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.43 km

The Rocking Stone and the Gorsedd Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

The Rocking Stone or “Y Maen Chwyf” in Welsh is a glacial boulder dating back to the Ice Age. It was a focal point of the “Gathering of Bards” organised by stonemason Edward Williams in 1814.

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2.77 km

Glamorganshire Canal Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

An historic remnant of the Glamorganshire Canal: now a nature reserve

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4.15 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.55 km

953 m

808 m

729 m

107 m

Surfaces

2.22 km

1.69 km

229 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Sunday 19 July

26°C

12°C

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The Rocking Stone and the Gorsedd Circle

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