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Afan Forest Park

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Afan Bike Park
Just a few miles from the M4, Afan Forest Park is in a former coal mining valley near Port Talbot. Several car parks with mountain bike trails suitable for beginners to experienced riders, and waymarked walking trails.
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Location:
Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre, Cynonville, Port Talbot, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot
Telephone:
0300 065 3000
Email:
enquiries@naturalresourceswales.gov.uk
Website:
https://naturalresources.wales/afanvc

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Facilities

  • Accessibility Facilities
  • Children Welcome
  • Pets Accepted

Features

  • National Forest

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Cycling in Afan Forest Park
Cycling in Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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Rhyslyn, Afan Forest Park
Rhyslyn, Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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Walking in Afan Forest Park
Walking in Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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Mountain biking in Afan Forest Park
Mountain biking in Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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Mountain biking for children at Afan Forest Park
Mountain biking for children at Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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Bridge in Afan Forest Park
Bridge in Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot
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View from Afan Forest Park
View from Afan Forest Park
Port Talbot

About Afan Forest Park

Easy to find from the M4, Afan Forest Park is an iconic mountain bike destination and a popular place for walking.

Waymarked trails for walking and mountain biking set off from several car parks within the forest park.

The Afan Valley is a former coal mining area, and you can discover some of its heritage features along the trails.

The walking trails range from short riverside strolls to longer walks with panoramic views.

Afan Forest Park, Rhyslyn information panel
Afan Forest Park, Rhyslyn information panel

There is a choice of mountain bike trails from easy options for families and beginners to challenging, longer routes for proficient riders.
The Afan Skills Park has technical features including jumps and step-downs where experienced mountain bike riders can hone their skills.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please read the information panel at the start of the trails to make sure you pick a trail that’s right for you.

This site is managed by Natural Resources Wales.

For full details about the visitor facilities (including any temporary changes or closures) please go to the Natural Resources Wales website.

Location

51.6419, -3.70528

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