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Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch – Hafod Chain Bridge loop from Pont-rhyd-y-groes

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Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch – Hafod Chain Bridge loop from Pont-rhyd-y-groes

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Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch – Hafod Chain Bridge loop from Pont-rhyd-y-groes

03:35

12.4km

320m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.38 km

Allt Dihanog

Forest

3.28 km

Wooden Bridge Over Stream

Highlight • Bridge

4.97 km

Cavern Cascade

Highlight • Natural

A bit of a scramble to get to - across roots and rocks - but a delightful waterfall that’s very much off the main path.

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6.32 km

Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch

Highlight • Structure

6.36 km

Hafod Chain Bridge

Highlight • River

This unique suspension bridge can be found in Hafod Estate, It spans the river Ystwyth in Cwmystwyth.

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6.40 km

Wooden Bridge Over Forest Gorge

Highlight • Gorge

7.15 km

Peiran Falls

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful place with many of different trails easy spend the day here

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7.97 km

Hafod Estate Chapel

Highlight • Religious Site

Free parking here for all walks through the Hafod Estate. Maps/guides available (for a suggested contribution of £2).

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8.95 km

Pwll Pendre

Lake

9.55 km

View of the River Ystwyth

Highlight • River

This is a perfect viewpoint to see the River Ystwyth as it meanders westwards towards the sea at Aberystwyth. In summer, the view is fantastic green and wild. In autumn, …

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12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.2 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.77 km

5.56 km

1.00 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (150 m)

Weather

Thursday 14 May

11°C

0°C

16 %

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Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch – Hafod Chain Bridge loop from Pont-rhyd-y-groes

Wooden Bridge Over Stream

Cavern Cascade

Chain Bridge and Gothic Arch

Hafod Chain Bridge

Wooden Bridge Over Forest Gorge

Peiran Falls

Hafod Estate Chapel

View of the River Ystwyth

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