Afan Forest Park News
For the latest mountain bike trail
notices visit the mountain bike trail update
section
For the latest walking trail notices visit the
walking trail update
section.
Peek Preview of what the new Penhydd Trail will look
like!
A map has been released showing the new Penhydd trail
that will be developed this year through the Cognation
project. Penhydd will consist of a blue graded loop and a
red graded loop. The red graded loop will be a combination of
sections of the old Penhydd trail alongside new sections of trail.
Construction of the trail is estimated to be completed in Summer
2013. As the project progresses we will keep you update with
developments.
New Afan Bike Park Now Open
Cognation are pleased to announce that the new Afan Bike
Park is now open. The Bike Park is located near Bryn Bettws
Lodge, Gyfylchi and can be accessed from Y Wal trail and will be a
great new asset to Afan Forest Park. For a complete
description of the new Afan Bike Park, please click
here.
Pen y Cymoedd Wind Energy Project - Forest Users Fact
Sheet Released
A forest users fact sheet has been released which will inform
both forest users and mountain bikers of what they can expect
between now and the start of the main construction works, which is
anticipated to begin in 2014. Read the fact sheet
here.
New Rookie Trail Launched!
Afan's first ever green trail is an absolute blast. A
winding, swerving and meandering trail, the Rookie Trail explores new parts of the
old time valley. This is a perfect route for newcomers with a
wide trail and slightly sweeping declines. The skills area
that can be found on the trail offers riders the opportunity to
develop their technical riding skills.
New Artworks for the Afan Valley
Residents and visitors to the Afan Valley may have noticed some
new arrivals along the low level cycle path. A series of six new
artworks have been installed in Bryn, Cwmavon, Pontrhydyfen,
Cymmer, Glyncorrwg and Blaengwynfi. Read
more...
Cognation Website
Launched
Cognation MTB Trails South
Wales have launched a new and exciting website. Packed full
with up to date information, the website shows the different
mountain bike Trail Centres in the region and explains what new
trails will be built in the future. www.cognation.co.uk
is a must for mountain bikers!
Phytopthora Outbreak
Latest news
on Phytophthora in Afan Forest Park
Mountain bikers urged to help beat tree disease in Afan
Forest Park
Afan Forest Park visitor centre is currently offering free bike
washes to help combat the Phytophthora outbreak.
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