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Derwen Green
 

Typically, green trails are all on forest roads or canal towpaths – but not in Brechfa Forest! We aimed to create a trail that engages the rider and heightens your senses giving a true taste of off-road riding. Named after the oak woodland it effortlessly flows through, the Derwen trail gives the inexperienced off-road rider a unique introduction to the world of mountain biking. Clinging low to the valley sides, the trail eases you in with steady climbs and fun descents. Weaving through the forest you will encounter some lovely scenery and flowing terrain in what has until now been one of Wales’s best kept secrets. How to get there: Byrgwm is located on the B4310, two miles north-east of Brechfa village. Follow the A40 between Llandeilo and Carmarthen and take the B4310 towards Brechfa village.

How to get there:

Derwen Green can be started from Byrgwm Picnic Site in Brechfa. Abergorlech, Llandovery, Llandeilo, Brechfa, Llanybydder, Pumsaint, Llansawel, and Rhydcymerau are the nearest towns or villages.

Byrgwm is located on the B4310, two miles north-east of Brechfa village. Follow the A40 between Llandeilo and Carmarthen and take the B4310 towards Brechfa village.

OS Grid Reference: SN585340

Launch of the new Derwen family cycle trail at Brechfa Forest

Byrgwm Picnic Site Facilities.
Parking
Grade of trail:
Easy
Trail waymarking:
Length of trail:
9.2 miles
Approximate time of trail:
1.5-2 hours
Open or closed:
open
Click here to find out what else you can do in this forest.

Contact:

Llanymddyfri Office

0845 604 0845
e-mail: llanymddyfri@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


What's of interest

Brechfa Cycle Trail Guide
986kb PDF

This trail will be closed to the public on 18 August 2008 due to a cycle event being held there. Trails can become slippery due to adverse weather conditions. Please take extra care when in the forest. Suitable footwear should be worn at all times


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