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On
this page the mountain bikes, hire charges and suggested routes are
shown. Displayed below are our cycles for the able bodied and disabled. To see some of the wonderful scenery take a look at our Gallery
page. If you need anymore information don't hesitate to phone or email
us through the Contact page of this site.
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Wheelchair tandem for family and group participation, comes complete with detachable wheelchair. Easy to pedal version is available in several gearing options |
Tracker and TMX tricycle, designed with both adults and teenagers in mind. The TMX version is for heavier users and both are available in 5 geared options. |
Above are some of the tricycles that are ideal for the less able cyclist. We also have a great range mountain bikes for the more adventurous rider. At Moutain Tours we are aware that everybody has the right to enjoy the great outdoors. |
Ideal fo group use or just pedalling with a friend. The 2 person tricycle assists partners pedalling. The low frame also makes it easy to access the bucket seats.
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To
the right is a suggested route, part or all of it can be cycled with
pick up points along the way. It is all traffic free except for the
optional last five miles which takes you on quiet country lanes.The
stages of various distances range from 10, 16, 23, to 28 miles. At the
first 3 stages there is a collection service. See map opposite and table
below.. |
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The
start is at the picturesque Garn lakes near the Whistle inn where
there is an unique collection of old miners lamps. Passing Big Pit
you follow the old LMS railway line which is now part of the national
cycle network. This part of the route is ideal for the less able cyclist with its traffic free gentle gradient. Cyclng through woodland and
over a 100ft high Victorian viaduct you reach the canal basin at Pontymoel.You have now arrived at
pick up point 1 where you can have refreshments in the Barge Tearoom |
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The
route then continues on the Monmouthshire and Breconshire canal
towpath through tranquil countryside to Goytre wharf, pick up point 2, where again you can have refreshments
if you wish. From there you follow the towpath to Govilon, pick up point 3 at 23 miles |
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For
the more dedicated cyclist there is the final option of a further 5 miles of narrow mountain roads with spectacular views of Clydach gorge, the Black Mountains and the
Brecon Beacons to complete the circuit.if
you want to go off exploring, there's plenty of great mountain tracks on the Coity and Blorenge mountains around Blaenafon.
Recently completed is a section of National cycle route 46 which
goes from Llanfoist through the beautiful Clydach gorge to Brynmawr,
the highest town in Britain.
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HIRE CHARGES |
DISTANCES ALONG THE ROUTE |
RATES
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LOCATION POINTS |
Total miles |
Total Km |
HOUR |
£5.00 ADULT |
£3.00 CHILD |
STEAM RAILWAY & BIG PIT |
0 |
0 |
HALF DAY |
£14.00 ADULT |
10.00 CHILD |
SNAIL CREEP |
2.9 |
4.94 |
FULL DAY |
£20.00 ADULT |
£15.00 CHILD |
ViIADUCT |
4.1 |
6.86 |
CHILD
SEAT |
- |
£2.00 |
PONTYMOEL BASIN |
9.5 pick up point |
15.5 |
TANDEM
/TRAILER |
(4 HOURS) £2.50 |
(8 HOURS) £3.00 |
MAMHILAD BRIDGE |
12.35 |
20.06 |
HELMET |
FREE |
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GOITRE WHARF |
15.8 pick up point |
25.58 |
COLLECTION |
FREE |
FOR HIRE CYCLES |
LLANFOIST WHARF |
21.35 |
34.46 |
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£..500 |
WITHIN 12 MILE RADIUS |
GOVILON CAR PARK |
22.45 pick up point |
36.22 |
PICK
UP PER PARTY:MAXIMUM
4 PEOPLE. A COLLECTION CHARGE IS APPLICABLE FOR OWN CYCLES.CONTACT US FOR DETAILS.
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PROOF OF IDENTITY IS REQUIRED.EG ADDRESS, DRIVING LICENSE OR RECENT UTILITY BILL |
A RETURNABLE DEPOSIT OF £50 IS NEEDED FOR ALL BOOKINGS WHICH IS REFUNDED ON SAFE RETURN OF EQUIPMENT IN GOOD CONDITION.
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All activities are participated at your own risk. The company holds no responsibility for any personal effects, accidents or injuries. All necessary risk assessments have been carried out. The management hold the right to refuse participation if acceptable standards of dress are not met, according to weather, type of activity and health/ability.
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