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Henllys Colliery Site – View of the River Severn loop from Henllys

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Henllys Colliery Site – View of the River Severn loop from Henllys

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Henllys Colliery Site – View of the River Severn loop from Henllys

01:06

8.16km

260m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.13 km

Henllys Colliery Site

Highlight • Structure

Situated above the eastern upper slopes of Mynyddmaen above the village of Henllys the colliery was opened in 1815 by Hanson and Co.67 people were employed producing coal. Production ended in 1927 it was abandoned a year later.

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2

3.62 km

Twmbarlwm Hill and Iron Age hillfort

Highlight • Historical Site

Twmbarlwm is a 1,375 foot (419 m) hill that is rich in beauty, history and folklore. From the summit, you are afforded wonderful views of the Severn Estuary. There is an Iron Age hill fort on the summit, too.

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3

5.92 km

Views of Cwmbran and Newport

Highlight • Other

4

6.11 km

View of the River Severn

Highlight • River

take good waterproofs.this is Wales.

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5

6.26 km

Muddy Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

B

8.16 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.38 km

1.24 km

1.21 km

834 m

483 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.09 km

3.01 km

1.32 km

652 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (160 m)

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