Wild Swimming on the Elidir Trail

Preview Steps

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  Step 1: There is parking available along the Pontneathvaughan Road, stretching out from the Angel Inn in Pontneddfechan.

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  Step 2: Along with the Angel Inn you can also get refreshments across the road at Sgwd Gwladys.

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  Step 3: Turn left behind the Angel Inn. Here you can find public toilets, including accessible ones, plus an information board.

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  Step 4: Go through the large ‘Waterfall Country’ gate.

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  Step 5: You’re immediately alongside the River Neath and it’s amazing geology. The steep sides give you a glimpse of the gorges to come.

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  Step 6: The path is mostly flat for this first stretch.

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