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Mynydd Machen Summit

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Mynydd Machen Summit

Mynydd Machen Summit

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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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    1. Rogerstone to Mynydd Machen loop

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    370m

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

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

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

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    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.

      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.

        June 9, 2021

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

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          Elevation 400 m

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

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