RTW#2 - The Garth

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RTW#2 - The Garth

A hilly and quite demanding route that starts and finishes in Tongwynlais at the Lewis Arms Pub. We'll leave Tongwynlais on the Taff Trail, head over the river Taff into Morganstown then slowly climb around the foothills of the Garth, to eventually summit from the South. We'll decend into Gwaeold-Y-Garth, follow the paths and roads back to Tongwynlais for a well deserved brew! Great views of the Valley's and Cardiff are in store with some prolongued climbs and technical decents. First Light Coffee is the nominated venue for a coffee for those that wish to stay for a drink afterwards.

When: Sunday 02 Feb 2025.

Time: 08:45 for a 09.00 start.

Meeting Location: Outside 'The Lewis Arms', Tongwynlais, CF15 7PJ. There's a car park adjacent to the pub, and plenty of on-road parking nearby. What3Words = ///much.reduce.bond

Distance: 8 miles & 1300ft Elevation.

Pace: We're running for pleasure, not PBs! Approx 09-10min/miles = 1hr20 - 1hr30 to complete.

Terrain: A mix of roads, paths, grassy hills and forestry tracks with a few styles to get over.

Grading: This is a Grade B/C run. The climb will require a level of stength and endurance, but we will be walking the steepest sections. Some steep technical decents off the top of the Garth as well which will be taken at a safe pace. The Garth is the ideal training ground to concur some serious elevation, but don't be put off by it, It's very acheivable.

Kit: We recommend that participants bring the recommended kit for their comfort and safety. Please check the weather before heading off!

• Appropriate trail running shoes.
• Trail running vest/backpack.
• Running poles (if required)
• Waterproof jacket and trousers (weather dependant)
• 500ml water minimum.
• Energy bars/gels.
• Running cap/visor
• Personal First Aid Kit (with foil blanket).
• Fully charged mobile phone.
• Change of clothes once finished.

We look forward to seeing you on the trails!

Host or Publisher Rebel Trails Wales