Tarren y Bwllfa – Lluest-Wen Reservoir loop from Aberdare

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Tarren y Bwllfa – Lluest-Wen Reservoir loop from Aberdare

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Tarren y Bwllfa – Lluest-Wen Reservoir loop from Aberdare

03:40

12.5km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 30, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.36 km

View of the Valley and Wind Turbines

Highlight • Viewpoint

3.79 km

Tarren y Bwllfa

Highlight • Viewpoint

Wow! Tarren y Bwllfa looms large over the valley below. It is one of Britain's most Southerly glacial cwms.

Stunning views of the Brecon Beacons and the former industrial landscape nearby.

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3.87 km

View of Aberdare and Dare Valley from Tarren Y Bwllfa

Highlight • Climb

Climb well worth it for the views over Aberdare / Dare Valley Country Park

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4.87 km

Stone Bridge Over Stream

Highlight • Bridge

5.68 km

Lluest-wen Reservoir Dam Wall

Highlight • Structure

Lluest-wen Reservoir was constructed in 1898, but came to national attention in 1969 when a major leak caused an evacuation of residents down-valley while emergency repair work was carried out. …

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5.81 km

Lluest-Wen Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

A view point over the whole reservoir and a lovely spot for some lunch.

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9.76 km

Viewpoint

10.5 km

Lake at Dare Valley Country Park

Highlight • Lake

Dare Valley Country Park has a visitor centre and cafe, check opening times before relying on facilities.

The paths can be wet and boggy at times, and if you're following …

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12.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.64 km

2.78 km

2.42 km

1.63 km

Surfaces

5.77 km