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Pwll Berw Falls – Silica Mine loop from Pontneddfechan

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Pwll Berw Falls – Silica Mine loop from Pontneddfechan

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Pwll Berw Falls – Silica Mine loop from Pontneddfechan

01:35

5.74km

100m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

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Start point

1

2.06 km

Pwll Berw Falls

Highlight • Natural Monument

Loose, steep trail down to the pools but well worth the effort. Good footwear is a must if you want to climb down into the gorge. Silica mine needs a …

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2

2.07 km

Silica Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

This mine is open to walk nearly all the way through. It’s about the length of 2 football pitches

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3

5.15 km

Waterfall Country Gate (Elidir Trail)

Highlight • Forest

The start of the second rivers worth of waterfalls, not as impressive as the other side, but still worth a walk to see and this side is quieter from visitors if you want some peace and tranquility.

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4

5.18 km

The Angel

Highlight • Rest Area

Great little pub for food and drink and public toilets opposite

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5

5.28 km

Old White Horse Inn

Highlight • Pub

A most welcome watering hole

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B

5.74 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.66 km

2.05 km

570 m

470 m

Surfaces

1.85 km

1.55 km

1.50 km

545 m

300 m

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Lowest point (80 m)

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