Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates – Neath Canal Path and Lock loop from Resolven

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Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates – Neath Canal Path and Lock loop from Resolven

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Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates – Neath Canal Path and Lock loop from Resolven

01:17

11.2km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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4.18 km

Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates

Highlight • Structure

Ynys-yr-Allor, lock No 12 on the Neath Canal, the name means 'Meadow of the Altar', so it's possible that this was once a religious site.

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4.70 km

Neath Canal Path and Lock

Highlight (Segment) • River

read the sign on the cottage as it has a great story.

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10.0 km

Joe's Cafe

Highlight • Cafe

A great spot to stop for a cuppa and a slice of cake (or even something more substantial)... the orange cake was superb.

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10.4 km

Resolven Canal Basin

Highlight • Historical Site

Short walk

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11.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.00 km

3.68 km

426 m

140 m

Surfaces

6.76 km

3.68 km

446 m

361 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 15 October

13°C

4°C

23 %

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Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates – Neath Canal Path and Lock loop from Resolven

Ynys Yr Allor Lock Gates

Neath Canal Path and Lock

Joe's Cafe

Resolven Canal Basin

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