Abercynon to Caerphilly
A station-to-station walkGlamorganWales
Stunning views across the valleys and down to Penarth, Steepholm and the Bristol Channel. A varied valley route following the Taff Trail along the flat, then a long, lung-testing climb through Cilfynydd and up the mountain via fields and the Eglwysilan mountain road and with a moorland crossing over Mynydd Meio. The moorland section is boggy and not clearly marked; the rest is mostly good going on quiet lanes and tracks. Follows the Taff Trail between Abercynon and Cilfynydd.
Lunch: Refreshment options are scarce along the route; the Rose & Crown at Eglwysilan appears permanently closed.
1 end-of-walk reward: the Angel
Warnings: The footpath across Mynydd Meio is unclear, boggy and not well marked, with a stream and bracken that may force detours; not recommended in poor visibility. Can be muddy.
Credits
Walk details: Slow Ways.