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Cwmcarn Forest

About 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.

Signposted Forest Drive off M4. Follow the A467 to Cwmcarn. Postcode - NP11 7FA

OS Grid Reference: ST 235 940
For details of public transport visit http://www.traveline-cymru.info/

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 DriveEducationalCampingWildlife ActivitiesOther ActivitiesBarbecuePlay AreaView Point

Contact

Emma Felkin

0300 068 0300
e-mail: emma.felkin@forestry.gsi.gov.uk

What's of interest

If you are thinking of organising an event in Cwmcarn, please contact us on 0300 068 0300.

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

Twrch Trail Leaflet
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Y Mynydd Trail Leaflet (PDF) 1.83Mb


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