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The best walks and hikes around Nelson

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Walks and hikes around Nelson offer a unique mix of urban and rural experiences in the heart of South Wales. This former mining town, nestled in the Taff Valley, serves …

Last updated: November 25, 2025

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1. Cefn Eglwysilan Trig Point – Cefn Eglwysilan Trig Point loop from Cilfynydd

21.9km

06:34

660m

670m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Wally Quarry loop from Abercynon

17.1km

04:52

380m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Taff Bargoed Country Park loop from Quakers Yard

5.59km

01:29

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Hiking loop from Hengoed

3.46km

00:59

80m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Taff Bargoed Country Park loop from Trelewis

7.69km

02:02

70m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Nelson

1. Cefn Eglwysilan Trig Point – Cefn Eglwysilan Trig Point loop from Cilfynydd

2. Wally Quarry loop from Abercynon

3. Taff Bargoed Country Park loop from Quakers Yard

4. Hiking loop from Hengoed

5. Taff Bargoed Country Park loop from Trelewis

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