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Pont Melin-fach
 

This picnic site is an ideal starting point for exploring the woodlands and waterfalls of the Nedd Fechan valley. The Elidir trail (3 Miles) starts from this car park heading downstream, finishing at the village of Pontneddfechan. Get someone to drop you off at this car park to avoid retracing your steps. The first waterfall you come to is Sgwd y Ddwili. The picture on the right is of Ladies Waterfall, seen on a short detour middway through this walk. Take care in waterside areas as the rivers can be dangerous. Water is often cold deep and fast flowing. The ground near waterfalls is also steep rough and slippery. Keep to footpaths to prevent unnecessary erosion. Footpath closure - Sgwd yr Eira - Waterfall The above footpath is closed due to unstable condition of rock face above the footpath. We apologise for the inconvenience caused and we are in discussion with the relevant organisations to remedy the situation. For further information please contact Mansel Jones 08450 605 8045"

How to get there:

Pont Melin-fach is in Waterfalls which is part of Brecon Beacons National Park Forests. Pontneddfechan is the nearest town or village.

Take the B4242 form Glynneath to Pontneddfechan. Turn left onto road towards Ysradfellte for 2km and then turn left, following this road for a further 1 km to get to the Car Park

OS Grid Reference: SN 908105

Other places to go in Waterfalls

Ladies falls

Facilities:

ParkingOther Facilities
Other Facilities

Picnic tables Public footpath to Waterfalls BBQ

Activities

BarbecuePicnic

Contact:

Llanymddyfri Office

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


active woods
What's of interest
This is a very important area for wildlife. Over 600 different plants have been found here, including outstanding collections of mosses, ferns and lichens. Keep a look out for the dipper bird (small dark bird that walks underwater)

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