South Wales LDWA

Hunnypot 100, 100 miles, Saturday 23rd May 2026, Location

• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.

Usk Midweek Wander, 13 miles, Wednesday 3rd June 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 10:00. At: Usk centre free car park. what3words///cattle.raking.outnumber, SO376008
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Following the Usk Valley Walk northwards before circling round and returning via Bettws Newydd and Gwehelog Common.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 376 008, Start: SO 376 008
• Map(s): Explorer: OS 152, OL13
• Walk Grade: * (Easy/Introductory).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 2000
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Tony Alcock, Tel: 07957190222, email: apadecoration@btinternet.com

Star Trek 4, 24 miles, Saturday 6th June 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:00. At: Meet at Millfield Car Park, Pontypridd CF37 2PU located under the viaduct arches in Mill Street. Parking fee of £1.50 for the day , ST06949007
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: From 2011 a repeat of Star Trek 4, one of 5 walks from Pontypridd created by Gwyn Matthews. A varied walk climbing out of Pontypridd to Mynydd Meio, on to Caerphilly Mountain, Rudry Common, through Caerphilly and Llanbradach to then follow the Senghenydd Dyke path to Mynydd Eglwysilian and back to Pontypridd.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 0694 9007, Start: ST 0694 9007
• Map(s): Explorer: 166
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3550
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Cheryl Llewellyn , Tel: 07745 861744, email: cher.llewellyn@gmail.com

From the archives : Crickhowell Chrimbal Cracker, 26 miles, Saturday 20th June 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Crickhowel High School Free Car Park, SO21641855
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A repeat of Peter Lewis's Crickhowel Chrimbal Cracker from December 1986 - some familiar ground, that winds its way over to Abergavenny through the Black Mountains before weaving our way back to Crick. The original route followed the canal back, we're doing a slightly different route back to Crickhowel to improve on the variety.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 2164 1855, Start: SO 2164 1855
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13. Landranger: 161
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 6200
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Jason Winney, Tel: 07704038902, email: jasonwinney73@gmail.com

Cymoedd Sir Fynwy Marshals' Walk, 50,30or20 miles, Saturday 27th June 2026, Location

• Description: Members can choose to enter either the 20 / 30 or 50 mile event. Members to be self sufficient. If doing the 50 mile event, a resupply from your car in Abergavenny can be possible before setting out on the second loop.
• Notes: This walk is ONLY available to members who helped marshal Cymoedd Sir Fynwy on 18/19 April. Please do not ask to enter if you did not help during the weekend as a refusal can often be interpreted as rude! Further information will be provided via the WhatsApp Group that has been set up for the members who have volunteered to assist on the main event.
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.

Cambrian Way Part 4, 26 miles, Saturday 4th July 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:00. At: Brecon Bus Station - Stand 3 - Timing details to be confirmed - Catching bus to Crickhowel and walking back to Brecon - parking is anywhere you can find in Brecon but make your way to the Bus Station on Heol Gouesnou. What Three Word - (presides.scrub.bowls), SO048284
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: Continuing our journey, this time walking the Cambrian Way from Crickhowel to Brecon. This is the last leg of the Cambrian Way. After the Tommy Jones Obelisk - we depart the route and head on down to Brecon. The route finishes at the Town bridge on the Usk.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 048 284, Start: SO 218 184, Finish: SO 042 285
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13, OL12
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 5800
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Jason Winney , Tel: 07704038902

The Brynmawr 500, 35 miles, Saturday 11th July 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:00. At: Meet in Forge Lane Car Park (free) best accessed off Station Road in Blaina, SO200083
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A circumnavigation of Brynmawr taking in the 5 surrounding trig points that are over 500m
• Notes: This walk takes in some rough and sometimes boggy ground. Walking poles will aid you in these locations. No dogs I'm afraid. This is a social walk which will be lead at a social pace which means we may finish after dark so pack a torch.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 200 083, Start: SO 200 083
• Map(s): Explorer: OL12 and 13. Landranger: 161
• Walk Grade: ***** (Very Strenuous).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 6000
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Andrew Clabon, email: andrew.clabon@tiscali.co.uk

More from Merthyr, Saturday 18th July 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 09:00. At: Details to follow
• Description: Details to follow .... celebrating Norma's birthday with a Merthyr perambulation :)
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Mike Batt / Norma Lloyd, Tel: 07737809565, email: barrymike23@hotmail.co.uk

Go West, a Theme on a Variation, 22 miles, Saturday 25th July 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: what3words ///fatherly.bids.asleep...Parking spaces area by a small lake next to Margam Park., SS802864
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A slight variation on a group walk from 2019 beginning at Margam Park and walking northwards to Foel y Dyffryn and Foel Trawsnant before returning via Bryn and Mynydd Margam.
• Notes: Exit M4 at J38 onto A48 East. After 100 metres turn left and follow road signed Margam Abbey. Ignore turning into Margam Abbey and follow road round to the left to reach car parking area on the right by a small lake. Room for about 12 cars so car sharing is advised.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SS 802 864, Start: SS 802 864
• Map(s): Explorer: Explorer 165, 166
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 4000
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Tony Alcock, Tel: 07957190222, email: apadecoration@btinternet.com

Making (Even More) Hay While the Sun Shines, 63 miles, Saturday 1st August 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 09:00. At: Crickhowell start/ finish. Exact start location to be given to signed up attendees.
• Description: An epic 100km loop out to Hay on Wye via the Black Mountains and back via the Begwyns and Llangorse Lake. Make it big this summer and earn the accolade of completing SWLDWA's toughest ever social walk! This is tough (11100 ft ascent), but friendly pace, group, plenty of breaks.
• Notes: Fully self supported inc. if you need to drop out. You MUST sign up in advance; if the walk leader doesn't know you then it's your job to convince him you can safely tackle this walk. One shop at 28 miles. Attendees will get full details closer to the time.
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s): Explorer: OL13
• Walk Grade: ***** (Very Strenuous).  (What's this?)
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Mike Batt, Tel: 07737809565, email: barrymike23@hotmail.co.uk

SOLAR ECLIPSE SPECIAL, Wednesday 12th August 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : There's a partial solar eclipse today (the sun will be 94% obscured). I'm planning a walk so as to arrive at Sugar Loaf soon before solar maximum at 19:13. Details to follow.
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s):
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Andy Thorpe

Hold for Mike, Saturday 12th September 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time :
• Grid reference(s): Meet:
• Map(s):
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Miek Batt

Another Maesycwmmer midweek meander, 12 miles, Wednesday 16th September 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 10:00. At: , ST154946
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 154 946, Start: ST 154 946
• Map(s): Explorer: 166
• Walk Grade: * (Easy/Introductory).  (What's this?)
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: Hugh Woodford, Tel: 01633 862481, email: heatherhugh@hotmail.com

The Buzzard Way Part 3 (98), 22.4 miles, Saturday 17th October 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 09:00. At: Bargoed Train Station, SO151001
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: This walk was cancelled in December 2025 and is the third stage (but the final one to be led) of the newly created Buzzard Way, a 90 mile long distance trail that explores the eastern South Wales valleys. We will walk from Bargoed Train Station to Taffs Well Train Station.
• Notes: This series of walks will be led solely with train travel in mind. We will be using the new tap on and tap off of the South Wales Metro which also provides cheap train travel. If people wish to use their cars, please make your own arrangements. All stations including those furthest away on the Metro network can arrive at Bargoed by 08:55. Do NOT forget to tap on AND off or you'll face a surcharge of £10! An autumnal high level walk, so please ensure that you are carrying the appropriate equipment to keep you safe on the hills.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 151 001, Start: SO 151 001, Finish: ST 125 832
• Map(s): Explorer: 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3030
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: David Morgan, email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

Rain Wizard (99), 20.7 miles, Saturday 21st November 2026, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Newbridge Railway Station Car Park (free), ST211969
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A circular walk exploring Mynydd Maen. Expect some steep ascents and descents.
• Notes: Time of walk chosen to enable people travelling via South Wales Metro to be able to arrive in time for start of walk. A winter high level walk. Please ensure that your rucksack is equipped for winter walking in the South Wales Valleys. Head torch required. One steep descent in woodland. Poles would be helpful.
• Grid reference(s): Meet: ST 211 969, Start: ST 211 969
• Map(s): Explorer: 152 / 166. Landranger: 171
• Walk Grade: *** (Hard).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 3986
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: David Morgan, email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk

Circles of Confusion 4 (100), 20 miles, Saturday 30th January 2027, Location

• Meet/Start time : 08:30. At: Whitestone Car Park, Wye Valley, SO524029
  (Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the meet/start time)
• Description: A new Circles of Confusion route and 4th in the series to celebrate leading 100 walks for our South Wales LDWA Group! This walk has been designed with fun in mind and will be 20 miles with occasional views!! An opportunity to meet friends, chew the fat and enjoy winter mileage! No booking necessary. Just turn up. Car sharing urged.
• Notes: You will walk in a number of circles and revisit some places more than once! Walk will be led as a W.A.S.P walk. IE, walk at sociable pace. Some new paths, possibly for Wye Valley stalwarts!
• Grid reference(s): Meet: SO 524 029, Start: SO 524 029
• Map(s): Explorer: 14. Landranger: 162
• Walk Grade: ** (Moderate).  (What's this?)
• Ascent (feet): 2754
• Privacy: Photos may be taken during our social walks for purposes such as sharing updates on social media. If you prefer not to appear in any images, please inform the walk leader before the walk begins so we can ensure your wishes are respected.
• Contact: David Morgan, email: southwalesldwa@live.co.uk