Waterfall Country
Note:
Swgd yr eira is currently closed until further notice.
Nowhere else in Wales is there such a richness and diversity of
waterfalls within such a small area as can be found in the Vale of
Neath. This abundance has led to the region becoming known as
'Waterfall Country'.
The deep gorges of the rivers Mellte, Hepste and Nedd Fechan,
between the villages of Pontneddfechan and Ystradfellte, provide
opportunities for the casual walker and the more experienced. Many
of the falls are spectacular and worth visiting more than once
through the changing seasons.
Caution: Some of the
walks can be dangerous and care and proper preparation is needed
before setting out.
Contact: Aberdulais Falls
Tourist Information Centre on 01639 636674 or
aberdulais@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Alternatively you can contact: Pontneddfechan GeoPark Centre on
01639 721795
Location: Off A465 at
Glynneath, follow i-signs. The walks start at the Tourist
Information Centre.
Bus: X5(First Cymru) from
Swansea/Neath
Accessibility: The
riverside walk along the Nedd Fechan is accessible to all for
approximately 1km. The waterfall walks beyond this point are
inaccessible to wheelchair users. Please check with staff at the
Tourist Information Centre before setting out.
See: Fforest Fawr
Geopark