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Cwmcarn Forest
 

Forest with nationally famous Forest Drive running through it. Mature well thinned larch and pine. The hillsides of this previously mined area have been transformed into peaceful forests with impressive views. The Nantcarn valley has become a haven for people and wildlife.

How to get there:

Crosskeys is the nearest town or village.
OS Grid Reference: ST 235 940

Signposted Forest Drive off M4.Follow the A467 to Cwmcarn.

Places to go in Cwmcarn Forest

Cwmcarn Forest

Other places to go in this area

Tylwyth Teg play area in Cwmcarn Forest Drive

Facilities:

ToiletsInformationParkingEasy AccessVisitor CentreRefreshmentsForest ShopOther Facilities

Activities:

CyclingWalkingForest DriveEducationalCampingOrienteeringOther ActivitiesBarbecuePlay Area

Contact

Recreation Ranger
0845 6040845
e-mail: tanya.dykes@forestry.gsi.gov.uk


active woods
What's of interest
If you are thinking of organising an event in Cwmcarn, please contact us on 0845 6040845.

Please note there is an admission charge for the Forest Drive.

Cwmcarn Cycle Trail Guide (front)
3,260kb PDF

Cwmcarn Cycle Trail Guide (back)
497kb PDF


What's on
What else is here
In Cwmcarn Forest there is also
wild woods
Related pages
Useful sites
Find out more
What's the Forestry Commission doing about sustainable forestry or biodiversity? Try these links to find out.
Search our publications database for more indepth information, or look at Forest Research.

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