Leaflets
The Countryside Services at Torfaen County Borough Council produce the following leaflets. To receive a copy, or for information about any countryside events, please contact 01633 648329.
Cycle Leaflet
National Cycle Network Route 46 runs the length of Torfaen, the majority of which is totally off the highway. The route takes you along the canal towpath and the old mineral railway line.
Torfaen Trail – Figure of 8 Walk
This 35 mile route takes in the whole of Torfaen, from Cwmbran in the south, through Pontypool to Blaenavon in the north. It has been broken down into nine linear sections, which vary in distance from 2 miles to 9 miles. Walkers of all ages and abilities will find something to suit them, from an enjoyable stroll to the full 35 mile challenge!
This scenic walks takes in ancient woodlands; forestry; country lanes and open mountain top.
Southern Henllys Circular Walk
A two and a half hour circular walk via Mynydd Maen and Henllys farmland. Links up with the Henllys circular walk.
Henllys Circular Walk
This walk links directly with the urban areas of Henllys, Coed Eva and Fairwater Cwmbran. Taking you up to Mynydd Henllys and returning via farmland.
Cwm Ffrwd Circular Walk
A circular walk around the Pontypool area, exploring a quiet and rarely visited cwm on the west side of the Eastern Valley.
Cwm Lasgarn Circular Walk
This circular walk takes you through the ancient woodland at Lasgarn Wood and the surrounding area, giving you the opportunity to explore the unspoiled woodland, varied countryside and history of Cwm Lasgarn.
Cwm Sychan Circular Walk
The Cwm Sychan circular walk takes you through the site of ‘The British’ and the Cwmsychan Valley, an area which once featured a major ironworks.
Cwmafon Heritage Trail
A walk in the World Heritage Site, through forestry, along the Old Packhorse Trail from Medieval times and past many points of historic interest.
Cwm Lickey Circular Walk
This walk highlights the iron industry of the Race area and the community that grew up around it.
Blaenavon Walks Pack
Discover the hidden corners of the Blaenavon Industrial Landscape World Heritage Site using this pack of walks leaflets. The walks pass historical sits from the Bronze Age, through the Industrial Revolution and into a landscape and history that inspired famous author Alexander Cordell.
The walks range from easy strolls to energetic hikes with distances of just under 4 km (2 ½ miles) to just over 18 km (12 miles). You can tailor your walks to suit yourself from a quick walk around Garn Lakes while you’re waiting for your underground tour at Big Pit or combine several of the walks to provide a whole day of exploration. Each walk starts and finishes at a convenient car park, village centre, pub, picnic site or a heritage attraction.
The walks included in the pack are as follows:
The Iron Mountain Trail – Part One
Explore the wonderful landscape of the World Heritage Site, following the routes of former tramways, inclines and footpaths linking many of the historic features which make this landscape of world significance.
The Mynydd Y Garn-Fawr
A circular walk in part across open mountain, taking in the landscape of the World Heritage Site.
The Whistle Stop Tour
A circular walk taking in the landscape of the World Heritage Site
The Iron Mountain Trail – Part Two
Explore the wonderful landscape of the World Heritage Site, following the routes of former tramways, inclines and footpaths linking many of the historic features which make this landscape of world significance.
Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
This walk has been designed to guide visitors around part of the World Heritage Site to see some of the heritage features that contribute towards its recognition as outstanding in terms of its industrial heritage. Included on the walk are numerous Grade I, II and III Listed Buildings.
Carn Y Gorfydd
A circular walk in the World Heritage Site at Blaenavon.
Goytre Wharf to Blaenavon Landscape
A circular walk taking in the historic lime kilns at Goytre Wharf, the Holy Well and the Goose and Cuckoo country inn.