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Pontyclun and Llantwit Major loop from Bridgend

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Pontyclun and Llantwit Major loop from Bridgend

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Pontyclun and Llantwit Major loop from Bridgend

03:38

59.3km

490m

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: June 12, 2024

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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509 m in total

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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27.6 km

St Quentin's Castle

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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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34.9 km

St Illtyd's Church, Llantwit Major

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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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48.0 km

View of Dunraven Bay Cliffs

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Beautiful layered cliffs around Dunraven Bay with rocks dating back 300 millions years when what is now Wales was just south of the equator.

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59.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.1 km

13.9 km

7.19 km

2.41 km

475 m

267 m

Surfaces

56.1 km

2.92 km

243 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (90 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

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Wednesday 19 November

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Pontyclun and Llantwit Major loop from Bridgend

03:38h

59.3km

490m

Pontyclun and Llantwit Major loop from Bridgend

St Quentin's Castle

St Illtyd's Church, Llantwit Major

View of Dunraven Bay Cliffs

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