Heads of the Valleys Run

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Distance

62 miles

Elevation

1,700 ft

Duration

2.5 hrs

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Overview

Following the famous Heads of the Valleys road and its surrounding back roads, this route traces the northern rim of the South Wales valleys. Former industrial heartland turned green riding country, with big views and surprisingly good roads.

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Route Highlights

  • Blaenavon World Heritage Site
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum
  • Pontypool to Blaenavon scenic road
  • Clydach Gorge — dramatic valley section

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