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The Giant's Bite from Edwardsville — Taff Trail loop

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United Kingdom
Wales
South Wales
Merthyr Tydfil

The Giant's Bite from Edwardsville — Taff Trail loop

Easy

4.4

(8)

29

hikers

The Giant's Bite from Edwardsville — Taff Trail loop

01:58

6.99km

150m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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612 m

Quaker's Yard Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Part of Brunel's Taff Vale Railway, this viaduct spans the River Taff immediately south of Quaker's Yard station. The Taff Trail – a foot and cycle path – runs beneath, …

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3.62 km

"The Gap", popularly known as the "Giant's Bite" is a large quarry on the summit of Daren y Celyn (Holly Ridge). The quarry provided the stone for nearby Edwardsville viaducts. …

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5.17 km

Pontygwaith Bridge

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Pontygwaith Bridge spans the River Taff just above Quaker's Yard. It's a Grade II-listed stone bridge and really is exceptionally pretty, particularly in summer with the riverbanks are bursting with …

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6.99 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.16 km

2.61 km

474 m

444 m

303 m

Surfaces

3.78 km

1.99 km

1.07 km

152 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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