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Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Cardiff University

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Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Cardiff University

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Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge and Weir loop from Cardiff University

00:58

9.18km

50m

Running

Moderate run. 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 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.79 km

Pathway Along the River Taff

Highlight • Viewpoint

2

1.94 km

Mountain Bike Ramps

Highlight • Structure

There good ramps but a bit bumpy

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3

3.51 km

Llandaff Weir

Highlight • Natural

Llandaff Weir on the River Taff was built in the mid 1800s to help control the flow and water levels upstream. It was built in a dangerous rapid part of the river which had previously claimed several lives.

Tip by

4

3.56 km

River Taff Weir

Highlight • Monument

Great view of the weir from the bridge

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5

6.94 km

Pontcanna Fields Tree-Lined Avenue

Highlight • Natural

Pontcanna Fields is part of the Grade II listed parkland that spans north from Cardiff along the River Taff.

Its main feature, and a very beautiful one that is, is …

Tip by

6

7.21 km

Blackweir Bridge and Weir

Highlight • Structure

Blackweir Bridge crossing the River Taff, was designed and constructed in the 1980s by engineering students at nearby Cardiff University. The students evidently liked the feel of the earth moving under their feet, it can be a bit bouncy!

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7

7.23 km

Blackweir Weir on the River Taff

Highlight • Structure

This impressive weir lies on the River Taff in Cardiff. On its eastern bank lies Blackweir Woods, an important habitat for plenty of wildlife and birds. There's a bridge above …

Tip by

8

7.25 km

Millennium Bridge over the River Taff

Highlight • Bridge

Great spot for a view of the weir and the Taff

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B

9.18 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.70 km

2.58 km

717 m

499 m

371 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.04 km

2.98 km

762 m

608 m

463 m

151 m

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Thursday 8 October

17°C

11°C

86 %

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