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Cwmcarn Forest
 

Once a mining area, Cwmcarn is now a beautiful mature Forest of Larch and Pine. There is a Forest Drive through it and it provides the visitor excellent views and picnic spots along its length. Why not get behind the wheel and treat the family to this unique and fun day out along the seven mile Cwmcarn Forest Drive.
Explore by car, bike and foot the delights of this hidden wooded valley that culminates in a stunning sequence of views.
Enjoy stopping off at the Visitor Centre, relax at one of the picnic sites, venture forth along the forest paths or participate in one of the organised events.
With such variety on offer it is well worth staying at the popular campsite.

How to get there:

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

Local Weather Forecast (Multimap)

Signposted Forest Drive from M4 (junction 28)

Start your visit from:

Cwmcarn Forest Drive and Visitor Centre
YSBADDADEN THE KING OF THE GIANTS IN CWMCARN

Facilities:

ToiletsInformationParkingEasy AccessVisitor CentreRefreshmentsForest ShopOther Facilities

Activities:

WalkingCyclingForest 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
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