Gyfylchi Ridgetop Trail

 

This challenging walk crosses the River Afan in the bottom of the valley then climbs through woodlands of Larch, Pine and Spruce to an elevation of 1,000ft! The rewards are fine panoramic views of the valley. Before descending again the path crosses open hill farms to the ruins of the 18th Century Gyfylchi Chapel, once a shrine to Welsh Methodism.

How to get there:

Gyfylchi Ridgetop Trail can be started from Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre in Afan Forest Park which is part of Afan Forest Park. Cynonville and Neath are the nearest towns or villages.

Situated on the A4107 - follow the road from the M4, Junction 40 for about 6 miles. Look out for the signs for Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre.

OS Grid Reference: SS820 950

Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre Facilities.

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Trail waymarking:

Length of trail: 5.5 miles

Approximate time of trail: 3 1/2 hours

Open or closed: open