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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

01:01

9.85km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 10, 2026

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4.05 km

Blackweir Bridge and Weir

Highlight • Structure

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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5.55 km

View of the River Taff from the Millennium Bridge

Highlight • River

5.60 km

The Summerhouse Café

Highlight • Cafe

"The Summerhouse cafe offers a wide selection of locally sourced drinks and snacks. The outdoor seating area provides views of the Herbaceous Border. The café is popular with families with …

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5.80 km

Bute Park Flower Display

Highlight • Viewpoint

This little stretch of Bute Park has stunning flowers on display of all kinds. Well worth slowing down to enjoy the views

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5.95 km

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Highlight • Monument

Although it might look like an ancient monument, it was actually installed in 1978 to celebrate Cardiff hosting the Welsh National Eisteddfod.
The central table stone was moved from the …

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6.06 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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9.85 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.19 km

2.04 km

1.44 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.53 km

2.58 km

559 m

172 m

Elevation

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Thursday 21 May

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Blackweir Bridge and Weir – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

Blackweir Bridge and Weir

View of the River Taff from the Millennium Bridge

The Summerhouse Café

Bute Park Flower Display

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Bute Park

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