River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

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River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

Moderate

5.0

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River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

02:01

28.7km

390m

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: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.77 km for 312 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.53 km

Fisherman's Rest Pub

Highlight • Pub

4.68 km

River Rhymney Cycle Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

This paved shared-use trail alongside the River River Rhymney is a really delightful way to avoid the busy Newport Road on the other side of the industrial estate, and you …

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12.1 km

View of Rural Landscape Near Cardiff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mostly tarmac

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12.4 km

Coed y Goitre

Forest

16.8 km

River Rhymney

Highlight • River

20.2 km

Top of the Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

21.1 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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23.7 km

Fred Jones Lane to Lisvane Path

Highlight • Climb

Good little cut through up over into Lisvane. Good climb up through the farm
Passable on a road bike just turns a bit rough past the farm. Also watch out for the gate after the first decent.

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26.7 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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