Atop a motte on an Iron Age hill fort is a platform on which stood an 18th century summerhouse. The perfect spot for a picnic with the finest views in South Wales.

Grace

January 2, 2022

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Lovely place to visit you can walk up to the top where there’s a grassy platform. Great views across the forest and out to the sea. Definitely worth a visit

Andy Lewis MTB 🇬🇧

May 8, 2023

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The earliest evidence of settlement at Ruperra is from between around 700 BC and 100 AD, when an Iron Age Hill Fort was constructed along the ridge of Coed Craig …

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1. Coed Craig Ruperra and The Iron Bridge loop

6.25km

01:47

140m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Dreathen to Ruperra castle loop

16.4km

04:29

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Coed Craig Ruperra Hill Fort – Ruperra Castle loop from Rudry

5.99km

01:52

220m

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

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Elevation 160 m

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Location: Rudry, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Coed Craig Ruperra Hill Fort

1. Coed Craig Ruperra and The Iron Bridge loop

2. Dreathen to Ruperra castle loop

3. Coed Craig Ruperra Hill Fort – Ruperra Castle loop from Rudry

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