Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Whitchurch

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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Whitchurch

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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Whitchurch

05:05

19.9km

80m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.26 km

Forest Farm Country Park

Nature Reserve

4.02 km

View of the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lots of lovely river views all down this trail. Great place for a daily run!

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8.94 km

Pontcanna Fields Tree-Lined Avenue

Highlight • Natural

Pontcanna Fields is part of the Grade II listed parkland that spans north from Cardiff along the River Taff.

Its main feature, and a very beautiful one that is, is …

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9.20 km

Blackweir Bridge crossing the River Taff, was designed and constructed in the 1980s by engineering students at nearby Cardiff University. The students evidently liked the feel of the earth moving under their feet, it can be a bit bouncy!

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9.23 km

Blackweir Weir on the River Taff

Highlight • Structure

This impressive weir lies on the River Taff in Cardiff. On its eastern bank lies Blackweir Woods, an important habitat for plenty of wildlife and birds. There's a bridge above …

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10.5 km

Secret Garden Café, Bute Park

Highlight • Cafe

Friendly staff and the coffee is good too

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11.2 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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11.3 km

The Animal Wall

Highlight • Monument

The best view of the the Animal Wall is at the southern boundary of the park from Castle Street.

The carving of the animals began in the late 1880s. Architect …

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