Taff Trail – Brynich Lock to Talybont-on-Usk

The canal tow path at Talybont-on-Usk

A pleasant walk along the canal towpath beside the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal (known locally as the Mon and Brec), no hills.

Enjoy glimpses of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) along this scenic stretch of the canal to Talybont-on-Usk, former home of Henry Vaughan, 16th century poet.

This is a grade 2 walk: Routes with some sections with slightly looser surfaces, slight gradients and gates but no stiles. Seats are few and far between.

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Grade 3
Challenging
Type of route: Circular
Distance: 5km / 3.11miles
Approximate time: 1 hours

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