Intermediate 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 1, 2025

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5.07 km

St Illtyd's Church, Llantwit Major

This historic parish church, often referred to as the "Westminster Abbey of Wales," is recognised for its exceptional collection of carved stones and effigies, earning it grade I listed status …

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5.64 km

Old Swan Inn and Tudor Tavern, Llantwit Major

17.9 km

Gravel Track in Hensol Forest

Lovely level gravel/singletrack section through the forest although there is a short 100m field crossing which had to be walked. Sign on gate says beware of bull and field known to contain cows. Leads out to fantastic views over Cardiff.

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20.2 km

Pysgodlyn Mawr

Nestled within Hensol Forest is Pysgodlyn Mawr, a designated SSSI site and owned by the Welsh Forestry Commission. Here you'll find a beautiful serene coarse fishing lake.

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20.7 km

Hensol Forest

27.3 km

St Quentin's Castle

Probably built by an English nobleman named Gilbert de Clare in the early 14th century, this castle is known for its large twin-towered gatehouse and tall curtain wall on the …

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39.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.7 km

2.55 km

2.46 km

992 m

476 m

145 m

Surfaces

33.2 km

4.28 km

1.09 km

375 m

349 m

Elevation

Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Pysgodlyn Mawr – St Quentin's Castle loop from Marcross

St Illtyd's Church, Llantwit Major

Old Swan Inn and Tudor Tavern, Llantwit Major

Gravel Track in Hensol Forest

Pysgodlyn Mawr

Hensol Forest

St Quentin's Castle

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