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Summit Trail at Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Visitor CentreSummit Trail at Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Visitor Centre

The ‘Summit’ Trail is a roller coaster ride of fantastic purpose built single track that weaves its way through conifer plantations, down steep side slopes and along deep river valleys.

This is a demanding route with some technical singletrack descents and long climbs. Parts are open and exposed, watch out for the weather. Watch out for other users especially horses - check out the Mountain Bike/Horse Code. Please leave gates as you find them.

Overall grade red/difficult
Distance 16km
Time 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Climb 310m

View key to symbolskeyAccepts groups Baby changing facilities Coach parties accepted Credit cards accepted (no fee) Disabled access Disabled toilets Education/study area Facilities for educational visits Gay friendly Gift shop On-site catering On-site light refreshments Picnic site Public toilets Regional Tourist Board Member Wheelchairs available

Prices


£1.50 parking fee for up to two hours
£3 parking fee for over two hours

Open all the time

Cycle Route: Summit Trail

Miles: 10

 
 

Contact

Enquiries
Tel: 01970 890453
View the Summit Trail websitewww.forestry.gov.uk/bwlchnantyrarian
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Venue

Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Visitor Centre

Bwlch Nant Yr Arian, Ponterwyd, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3AD

View the Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Visitor Centre websitewww.forestry.gov.uk/bwlchnantyrarian

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Map reference: SN 717813  Lat: 52.41506  Long: -3.88710


Located 10 miles east of Aberystwyth on the A44, two miles west of Ponterwyd. The 525 bus from Aberystwyth to Ponterwyd stops at the entrance to the car park

OS Grid Reference: SN 717813

Parking : with charge

Accessible by Public Transport : 10 miles (16.1 kms) from Aberystwyth station

VisitWales VAQASSelf-assessed Accessibility Information

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Events at this venue

Select event title for details
date event
Tue 11 Jun 2013 Nordic Walking
Tue 18 Jun 2013 Beginners Photography
Tue 25 Jun 2013 Bat Walk/Identification

Self-assessed accessibility details

Parking

  • Designated parking for guests with disabilities
  • Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
  • The surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance:
  • is solid
  • Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
  • The route from the parking area to the entrance:
  • Has a ramp

Entrance

  • Steps to the main entrance
  • 6
    Number of steps to entrance
  • Handrail by steps
  • Ramp to entrance
  • Entrance is well lit

Public Areas

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift:
  • From the entrance to reception / ticket area
  • To a specially adapted public toilet suitable for wheelchair users
  • To the gift shop
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Baby changing facilities
  • Hearing loop installed in public areas

Food

  • Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to cafeteria
  • Good contrast between the floor and walls
  • Restaurant / cafe provide meals for visitors with special dietary requirements:
  • Vegetarian
  • Seating suitable for wheelchair users, ie moveable and good height for person sitting in a wheelchair
  • High chairs for children
  • Children's menu

General

  • Hearing loop system
  • Seating available for visitors with limited mobility
  • Clear signage
  • Effective lighting for visually impaired visitors
  • Good colour/tonal contrast for visually impaired visitors
  • Wheelchairs provided
  • Free
  • Routes/pathways suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with limited mobility
  • Displays at suitable height for wheelchair users / children
  • Audible alarm system
 
 
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