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Singletrack Through Open Moor loop from Blaenavon

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United Kingdom
Wales
South Wales
Blaenavon

Singletrack Through Open Moor loop from Blaenavon

Hard

2

riders

Singletrack Through Open Moor loop from Blaenavon

01:17

15.8km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Blorenge SSSI

Blaenafon Town Centre Conservation Area

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

2.52 km

Foxhunter Car Park and Memorial

Highlight • Monument

An unexpected history to this spot. In 1952, Sir Harry Llewellyn rode "Foxhunter" to take Gold in the Helsinki Olympics. The horse is buried near the car park, with a small memorial dedicated to him.

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2

4.84 km

the Blorenge mountain
Death and legacy


Foxhunter's hide was buried on the Blorenge mountain, between Abergavenny and Blaenavon. A memorial plaque listing Foxhunter's achievements marks the Blorenge site and a …

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3

10.1 km

Singletrack Through Open Moor

Highlight (Segment) • Natural

B

15.8 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

3.22 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

11.0 km

4.78 km

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Sunday 11 October

17°C

11°C

47 %

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