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Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

Coed Craig Ruperra – Ruperra Castle loop from Bedwas

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Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

Coed Craig Ruperra – Ruperra Castle loop from Bedwas

Moderate

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Coed Craig Ruperra – Ruperra Castle loop from Bedwas

01:17

18.6km

220m

Cycling

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

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.9 km for 55 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

7.23 km

Grassy Descent to The Hollybush

Highlight • Pub

2

8.14 km

View of Rural Landscape Near Cardiff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mostly tarmac

Tip by

3

10.8 km

Coed Craig Ruperra

Highlight • Historical Site

one of many access points , one can also park their car here

Tip by

4

11.3 km

Ruperra Castle

Highlight • Castle

Ruperra Castle was built in 1626 by the Steward to the Earl of Pembroke, Sir Thomas Morgan. It's actually a mock castle – a residence with a castle-like appearance rather than a fortress. Now, the castle lies in ruin and is quite something to behold.

Tip by

12.1 km

Coed y Squire

Forest

6

12.9 km

Top of the Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

7

13.8 km

Coffee Trailer

Highlight • Cafe

Not sure about opening hours because it’s pretty new but the owner said she’s going to be there as much as possible (every day at the moment)

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B

18.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.7 km

3.35 km

2.88 km

1.50 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

12.5 km

2.64 km

2.02 km

1.43 km

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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