Pontymoile Basin – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Pontypool and New Inn

Pontymoile Basin – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Pontypool and New Inn

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Pontymoile Basin – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Pontypool and New Inn

02:56

68.7km

490m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 41.4 km for 198 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

1.19 km

Pontymoile Basin

Highlight • Rest Area

Pontymoile Basin, was originally a toll point where the canal narrows as it approaches the large area expanse of water used for turning narrowboats and filling up with water.

Tip by

12.0 km

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it if traffic is busy! If you opt for the footpath, please dismount.

Tip by

12.8 km

Wisteria Flowers on Stone Wall

Highlight • Structure

This was in May after lots of rain, it obviously stood out while I enjoyed my Scotch Egg snack. The ideal food for long bike rides.

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31.3 km

Abergavenny Castle and Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

These beautiful castle ruins are well worth a visit if you are in Abergavenny. There's also a quaint little museum built into the castle to help visitors understand the town's history.

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41.4 km

Crickhowell Castle ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Crickhowell Castle, also known as Alisby's castle, dominates the views from the delightful market town. The now Grade I-listed ruin began life as a motte and bailey castle in the 12th century and was rebuilt in stone in 1272. If you are in town to climb Table Mountain or hit the Sugar Loaf circuit, it's worth a visit.

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41.6 km

Latte-Da Coffee & Kitchen

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic coffee stop, cakes, sandwiches etc are amazing. Owner and staff are great and will let you take your bike out to the back so no need to leave on the street.

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41.7 km

Askew's Bakery

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic bakery in Crickhowell for jersey pocket supplies.

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42.4 km

Crickhowell Bridge

Highlight • River

Crickhowell bridge is a pretty crossing point of the River Usk.

Crickhowell itself is a small market town with the remains of a motte and bailey castle built by the Normans.

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68.7 km

End point

Train Station

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