Get that 'Friday Feeling'

We will leave the car park, just a short stretch of quiet road to join the Taff trail. Once you cross the A469, the path runs uninterrupted downhill for 2 1/2 miles to Taff's Well. Be aware of other public users as it is a shared path.

Entering Taff's Well and through Tongwynlais, however, there are several junctions and busy traffic circles that must be circumnavigated with caution as you weave around the A470. Use the dropped curbs and shared use pavements into Tongwynlais where you then must cycle with care down the High Street to Iron Bridge Road (approximately .5 mi.).

At the end of Iron Bridge Road bear right onto the narrow lane going past several private homes where you will then re-enter the traffic-free path. This path will lead you into a thick wooded area called "Longwood" which follows closely along side of the Taff River. The route soon opens up into Hailey Park and then finally into Bute Park. The ride ends on the western side of Bute Castle and Cowbridge Road.

The return trip is exactly as you came.

New to cycling or just haven't managed to cycle this summer? Get that 'Friday Feeling' Breeze with us from Caerphilly along the beautiful Taff Trail to the 'Secret Garden Café-Bute Park

95% Traffic free, Taff Trail. Depending on weather prior to ride you should always be aware of debris, branches, piles of leaves, muddy areas and of course Dog walkers, joggers, and other public users of this shared path.

Destination-Secret Garden Café. An absolutely beautiful cafe (all outdoors seating but mainly under cover!) in a wonderful setting - along the taff trail in Bute Park. Half an hour to enjoy Coffee, Chat & Cake Short breather stops along the route to take a drink or photos

Helmets are a must, spare inner tube or 2, small hand pump, water bottle. Appropriate clothing for cycling and weather. Money for Coffee etc

We never leave anyone behind