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Nice quiet road with some great views.

Great photo opportunity, but the area can be busy depending on the weather and it’s likely any progress on a bike would be very slow. Early mornings and evenings are good.

Lovely path to ride on. A gentle incline and suitable for most abilities

Some great views of the valley below once you get on the viaduct

Raglan castle cafe is a recommended stop, great coffee and cakes :-)

Stop for a while and enjoy the views

A stunning classic welsh castle in the heart of the town. Theres a road that loops all around the castle for a good 360 view. Can be quite busy at times being in the town centre

Hawse Lane bridge, crossing the South Wales main-line offers somewhat of a high point over the Wentlooge Level. Be aware it's a fairly narrow crossing point.

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it when the traffic is busy!

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it if traffic is busy! If you opt for the footpath, please dismount.

The coal mining industry transformed the landscape of South Wales and one of the ways it did that was bringing about the construction of railways and, to span valleys, their accompanying viaducts. Hengoed's viaduct is vast and incredibly impressive. Thankfully, after 35 years of being completely closed, it's now a foot and cycle path, and part of the National Cycle Route 47.

Nice place to stop for a break.

Maesycwmmer (Welsh: Maesycwmer) is a village and community in the centre of Caerphilly County Borough in Wales, within the historic boundaries of Monmouthshire.

This was in May after lots of rain, it obviously stood out while I enjoyed my Scotch Egg snack. The ideal food for long bike rides.

Lovely brownies! And amazing coffee!

This sculpture blew my train obsessed nephews mind. Good thing to explore with kids.

As a lover of all things Pylon, a great place to appreciate them in the wild

Great place to stop for a while and watch the ducks

Good coffee and cakes!

Nice view over the Celtic Manor and beyond. Great road, and pretty much deserted all the way from Usk, only appears to be used by locals. Great for cycling with a generally good surface (although a few sections are pot-holed)