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Caerphilly Castle – Beacons Reservoir loop from Llanbradach

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Caerphilly Castle – Beacons Reservoir loop from Llanbradach

Hard

5.0

(1)

153

riders

Caerphilly Castle – Beacons Reservoir loop from Llanbradach

04:57

106km

960m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 45.5 km for 136 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

4.06 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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2

45.6 km

View of Llwyn-on Reservoir from the west bank

Highlight • Lake

Look out for the opening in the hedge row, some gentle steps (3-4) and then a short trail to the water. Can easily walk your bike down, kick back and have some drink and recharge

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3

52.0 km

Beacons Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The northernmost and highest of the three reservoirs in the Taff Fawr valley.

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4

56.6 km

Penderyn Moor Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice steady climb with a view

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5

73.7 km

Bradley's Coffee Shop

Highlight • Cafe

Great coffee shop.

Always welcoming, even in the dead of winter when you’re covered in mud and soaking wet.

Great coffee and cakes.

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6

82.3 km

Smooth Tarmac Cycleway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Perfect for your best summer bike

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99.9 km

Coed Caedyrys

Forest

B

106 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

67.0 km

20.9 km

17.3 km

756 m

354 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

95.5 km

10.3 km

438 m

156 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (450 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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