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NEWCASTLE AND MARDU CIRCULAR Level Easy Elevation gain 217m Length 6.1km (1hr 49min) Description This round-the-hill loop trail from Newcastle leads through peaceful rural landscapes and small village

■ Distance: 5 miles/8km ■ Time: 2½ hours ...

Kerry Walker takes a road trip through Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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Tracing its way along the Welsh coast, there’s more to the A487 than meets the eye