Radyr Weir – Melingriffith Water Wheel loop from Church Village

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Radyr Weir – Melingriffith Water Wheel loop from Church Village

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Radyr Weir – Melingriffith Water Wheel loop from Church Village

01:51

30.7km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.70 km

View from Ynys Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Unfortunately, the road over this bridge ends in a builder's yard. To access the Taff Trail from here you will have to negotiate the A470 junction.

Tip by

9.91 km

The Lewis Arms

Highlight • Pub

Always a good place to stop for refreshments. It’s a popular pub and can be busy at times.

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11.0 km

Gelynis Farm Vineyard

Highlight • Structure

11.6 km

River Taff

Lake

12.1 km

Radyr Weir

Highlight • Structure

A pretty weir of the River Taff, the Radyr Weir runs today as a hydro power scheme and a focal point of Radyr town. Many wild salmon and sea trout …

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13.0 km

Wooden Sculptures at Forest Farm Country Park

Highlight • Structure

Very close to the Taff Trail. A great little spot to see this incredible carved structure and a great photo opportunity.

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13.9 km

Melingriffith Water Wheel

Highlight • Historical Site

30.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.0 km

5.30 km

4.71 km

3.04 km

572 m

149 m

Surfaces

28.7 km

964 m

558 m

549 m

Elevation

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Weather

Friday 9 October

13°C

7°C

12 %

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Radyr Weir – Melingriffith Water Wheel loop from Church Village

View from Ynys Bridge

The Lewis Arms

Gelynis Farm Vineyard

Radyr Weir

Wooden Sculptures at Forest Farm Country Park

Melingriffith Water Wheel

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