Coast and Country

A lovely circular route which is one of my favourites combining both coastal views and countryside.
It is mainly on country lanes but there are some sections on busier roads. The hills are not particularly arduous but the total climbing is around 2,200 ft.

A lovely circular route heading from Duffryn Gardens through Llantrithyd to Llantwit Major. We will then pick up the coast road and head towards Ogmore by Sea and on to Ewenny where we will stop for refreshments in the garden centre. We will head back through the Ford industrial estate and through the pretty villages of Troes, Llangan, Graig Penllyn, Llansanor and Welsh St Donats back to Dyffryn Gardens.

Most of the ride is through the lanes and villages of the Vale of Glamorgan. This is a challenging ride and suitable for cyclists who are confident on hills and in traffic as there are some short sections on busier roads.

We could stop at Cafe Velo in Llantwit Major for a quick coffee, but our main stop will be at the Garden Centre in Ewenny.

Please bring money for refreshments, a bike lock , spare inner tube and helmets. Bring plenty of water and sunscreen as it looks like it’s going to be a sunny day!

We never leave anyone behind