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Radyr and Morganstown

Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Radyr

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Radyr and Morganstown

Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Radyr

Hard

5.0

(1)

839

runners

Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Radyr

02:10

20.9km

90m

Running

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

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.26 km

Llandaff Weir

Highlight • Natural

Llandaff Weir on the River Taff was built in the mid 1800s to help control the flow and water levels upstream. It was built in a dangerous rapid part of the river which had previously claimed several lives.

Tip by

2

5.63 km

Heron Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

be quiet (unlike me who didn't get a picture of the heron)

Tip by

6.70 km

Blackweir Woods

Forest

4

7.88 km

Bute Park Sculpture Trail

Highlight • Trail

This sculpture trail has an assortment of weird and whacky animals, and silhouettes of figures. The path also has interactive exhibits for the kids.

Tip by

5

8.56 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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Tip by

6

8.98 km

The Summerhouse Café

Highlight • Cafe

"The Summerhouse cafe offers a wide selection of locally sourced drinks and snacks. The outdoor seating area provides views of the Herbaceous Border. The café is popular with families with …

Tip by

7

11.5 km

Blackweir Bridge and Weir

Highlight • Structure

Blackweir Bridge crossing the River Taff, was designed and constructed in the 1980s by engineering students at nearby Cardiff University. The students evidently liked the feel of the earth moving under their feet, it can be a bit bouncy!

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8

13.0 km

View of the River Taff from the Millennium Bridge

Highlight • River

9

19.2 km

View of the River Taff from the Bridge

Highlight • River

I just wish there were even more bridges over the River Taff. Each crossing over has its unique and wonderful views. This one is no exception!

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20.3 km

Hermit Wood Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

B

20.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

8.06 km

905 m

677 m

196 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.9 km

2.45 km

1.45 km

770 m

116 m

108 m

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Weather

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Tuesday 6 October

16°C

8°C

61 %

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Max wind speed: 23.0 km/h

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Comments

January 24, 2026,Cardiff Central to Bute Park via Hermit Wood and Llandaff Cathedral

I got lucky with the timing during a lul in Storm Ingrid. Muddy throughout and very windy. Perfect running weather ❤️

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