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Cambrian Colliery Memorial – Top Lake, Clydach Vale loop from Tonypandy

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Cambrian Colliery Memorial – Top Lake, Clydach Vale loop from Tonypandy

Moderate

4.6

(10)

32

hikers

Cambrian Colliery Memorial – Top Lake, Clydach Vale loop from Tonypandy

03:39

12.4km

360m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

569 m

View of the Valleys

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.80 km

View of Porth from Clydach Vale

Highlight • Viewpoint

3

4.14 km

Craig Oldgrove Stone Marker

Highlight • Monument

4

6.80 km

View of Heather-Covered Hillside

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

9.06 km

Cambrian Colliery Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Cambrian Colliery was the site of two major mining disasters leading to major loss of life. This memorial is a tribute to those who lost their lives and a reminder of the terrible toll taken by this industry.

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6

9.54 km

River View Near Wooden Platform

Highlight • River

7

9.55 km

Top Lake, Clydach Vale

Highlight • Viewpoint

8

10.5 km

Cwm Clydach Stream

Highlight • River

B

12.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.12 km

2.28 km

840 m

165 m

Surfaces

7.92 km

3.18 km

840 m

289 m

165 m

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Thursday 8 October

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8°C

89 %

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