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The contents of this book hardly scratch the surface of the plethora of potential walks that are available in Carmarthenshire, but I hope you enjoy any that you attempt and that it whets your appetite for walking in this fabulous county.

IN AND AROUND THE TEIFI VALLEY

The pretty Nant Tinc on the return leg towards Bronwydd (Walk 1)

WALK 1

Bronwydd and the Gwili Valley

Start/FinishBronwydd Village Hall car park (SN 419 246)Distance11km (7 miles)Ascent260m (855ft)Time3–4hrsMapsExplorer 177 and 185RefreshmentsCafé at Gwili Steam RailwayPublic transportBus 460 between Carmarthen and Cardigan stops at the Bronwydd Arms. Regular services Mon–Sat, none Sun.

This is a very pleasant walk through an area that was once a hive of industrial activity, with woollen mills, iron forges and corn mills scattered along the banks of the river. The contrast between the valley, where river, road and rail all vie for space in its narrow confines and the quiet expanses of the rolling hill country to the west, is very noticeable. The route initially follows a lovely section of the River Gwili, then crosses the track of the Gwili Steam Railway before climbing steadily along grassy lanes and farm tracks to reach the hamlet of Newchurch. The return is along peaceful lanes, tracks and valley footpaths with a chance to visit the lovingly restored Gwili Steam Railway.