Shell Grotto – Folly Tower (Pontypool) loop from Pontypool
Shell Grotto – Folly Tower (Pontypool) loop from Pontypool
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Shell Grotto – Folly Tower (Pontypool) loop from Pontypool
01:56
6.60km
180m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: August 9, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
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Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
1.61 km
Shell Grotto
Highlight • Structure
3.20 km
Folly Tower (Pontypool)
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
6.49 km
Italian Gardens, Pontypool Park
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.60 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
1.85 km
1.57 km
1.33 km
972 m
853 m
Surfaces
2.42 km
1.77 km
1.02 km
896 m
479 m
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Lowest point (120 m)
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Tuesday 6 October
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