Mynydd Machen is part of the hill system that separates the River Ebbe’s valley and the Rhymney Valley in South Wales. It sits at 1,188 feet (362 m) and offers you far-reaching views across Cardiff Bay and the foothills to the north. You’ll find it between the towns of Machen and Risca, and it’s easy to comfortably ascend the hill from either.

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Location: Bedwas Trethomas & Machen, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Rogerstone to Mynydd Machen loop

12.2km

03:38

370m

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

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2. Cwmcarn Visitor Centre & Café – Cwmcarn Pond loop from Cwmcarn

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07:11

860m

870m

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3. Mynydd Machen Summit loop from Risca and Pontymister

12.8km

03:45

340m

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Dan Hobson

November 23, 2020

Mynydd Machen is a 1,188-foot (362 m) hill in South Wales which affords glorious views over Newport, Cardiff, Steep Holm, Flat Holm, Brean Down, and the Severn Estuary. The summit is marked by the rock 10 feet (3 m) northwest of the trig point.

David Howells

November 12, 2020

Mynydd Machen is a 362-metre-high (1,188 ft) hill lying between the town of Risca and the village of Machen in Caerphilly County Borough in South Wales. Its summit is crowned by a trig point and a mast. It is a UK listed Marilyn.

Gaz

June 9, 2021

plenty of free parking in Machen next to the village hall and library

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Location: Bedwas Trethomas & Machen, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Rogerstone to Mynydd Machen loop

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