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  • Chandana Herath
    Norwich, United Kingdom206 contributions
    Hide behind the water fall
    Nice drive through to the car park. Very nice pretty adventure walking trail and water fall. Parking 5£. No food stalls. Please carry water proof clothing/covers. If you are a photographer, don’t forget your tripod. Very cold in winter. Best viewed in spring and summer. Autumn May give you nice colours for your pictures. There are sit down areas with wooden tables and benches. Steps may be slippery. Take care with your walks. Wear walking boots. Take additional clothing. Consider arranging half of the group having a snack and looking after your back packs while the other half walk down to see the fall. Taken turns. You need changing clothes on return. Taking a walking stick may be helpful in certain age groups.
    Visited December 2022
    Traveled with family
    Written December 26, 2022
  • iamface
    Cardiff, United Kingdom1,517 contributions
    i think this was famous one
    i think this was famous one that you could walk under the waterfall(remember that iceland also got one but windy i can't stand too long under the waterfall but this one is ok). that was pretty but also a bit busy. impressive
    Visited July 2023
    Written July 3, 2023
  • mel
    Milton Keynes, United Kingdom3 contributions
    Worth the hard work!
    Visited on the 1st November 2023 with a friend and we had a great experience. There had been lots of rain recently so there was a lot of water around which I think made the falls more spectacular! We did get a bit of rain on the day but we had our water proofs on and walking boots so it didn't bother us too much. I logged the route as 9.3km on my Apple Watch and we did the full red route plus all 3 green sections. It took us 3.5 hours including our 20 min stop for lunch. This was long walk for me and I'm not particularly fit but I didn't find it too challenging (l'd say just challenging enough) some of the hills are tough but there are plenty of flatter parts too so you get a break from the steep parts. The route was fairly quiet for us, we passed a few groups throughout our walk but l imagine in the night of summer it could get very busy. Parking was fine, I think we paid £4 for the day. I would highly recommend this hike if you're visiting the area!
    Visited November 2023
    Traveled with friends
    Written November 3, 2023
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rubyshoes38
Worcester16 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
I love waterfalls and this one was nothing short of spectacular. We went on a really hot day, but the hike to get there wasn’t too bad in terms of heat as there was a lot of shade. The spray when we stood behind the waterfall was very welcome!

We left from Dinas Rock car park and followed the yellow route which was well signposted and took about an hour each way. It’s steep in parts and fairly rocky so walking boots or similar are a must. As others have said, the rocks get slippy around the waterfall itself, but it never felt unsafe.

One of the things that makes this so special is that you don’t see the waterfall at all until you turn the final bend, very magical.
Written July 10, 2022
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ALS
3 contributions
Aug 2020
Great day out.
We parked at the carpark (£4) which had toilets and guide map to buy and friendly helpful attendants.
It was about 30min walk to first waterfall.
Then another 30mins to the main one. Steep steps down but safe steps made with wooden pavers & handrail.
The 4 mile circuit loops around in a circular walk which was good.
I managed it at 34w pregnant and we had a 3y old with us, he did go on daddy shoulders for a bit.
Took a picnic.
It took us from 10-1pm to complete it.
Recommend it.
Wear good shoes.
Written August 17, 2020
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Ash r
Bath, UK55 contributions
Aug 2022
If you are up for a bit of walk, this would be something you'd enjoy. We did go to four waterfalls car park which cost us £5 (it's best to have cash), we were guided by friendly team to our parking which was hassle free. We walked to Sgwd yr Eira, which was about 35/40 minutes walk. The view was amazing and got to even behind the waterfall for our photos (when we arrived, water levels were quite low). Over all well worth going.
Written August 28, 2022
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Betts95
Sevenoaks, UK388 contributions
Aug 2020
This is a really beautiful waterfall and a must see!

Unfortunately we went on a Saturday and it was a really hot day so when we got there there were hundreds of people and no social distancing happening. So we walked down the river to where it was quiet and sat there for a while. I would love to come back one day on a less busy day or after the pandemic to enjoy it!

It is certainly a truly beautiful place!
Written August 9, 2020
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ATal
2 contributions
Mar 2020
We got really lucky with the weather and this was by far one of the easiest and scenic routes to do. If you are adventurous, please go behind the falls! It is completely worth it but make sure you wear light or waterproof clothes, as it is extremely likely you will get drenched.

There are 4 different waterfalls on this route. If possible, see this one last as it is the best one in comparison to them all!
Written March 16, 2020
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Squizzys adventures
Roade, UK110 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Absolutely beautiful. Well worth the walk and then steep steps. We took very small
Children who managed well with the walk and the steps etc. But it was wet and sloppy so good shoes a must!
Written August 8, 2020
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tenalphapapa
Lincolnshire, UK143 contributions
Aug 2020
We visited with our young children (7&11)

We visited in summer, however the weather had been raining for several days prior to our visit.

When we arrived, it was rather damp and muddy. Sensible footwear is a must.

We parked up and purchased a map of the trails and set off. The trail is mostly uneven terrain or steep slopes. So not suitable for people with mobility issues.

As we descended the trail we were able to enjoy some beautiful scenery, although still rather misty and murky in places.

Once we reached sgwd yr eira waterfall we were transfixed by the sheer beauty and raw power of the water.

At this point the ground gives way to rocks which are rather slippery with the spray from the falls.

It was rather challenging in traversing the rocks, but once at the waterfalls we were able to feel the power as we became drenched by the spray. Waterproof clothing provided little protection.

But it was exhilarating to walk up to and behind the waterfall and take in the magnificence of the local area.

The journey back to the car park was all up hill, it was rather tiring due to added weight of water and walking up steep slopes.

Back at the car park there is a small caravan that sells hot drinks and chocolate bars and a few portable toilets.

Sadly during our visit we saw lots of litter strewn around, including lots of plastic bottles, food wrappers and even dog poo bags hung on branches by some careless, selfish people.
Written August 31, 2020
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GD Hengoed
4 contributions
Jan 2020
Walk behind the falls
Ive walked here numerous times taking new people for a wonderful experience. After heavy rain it is spectacular. Be warned it can be very slippery and twice the rocks behind the falls were frozen which meant we had to walk through the river to continue our loop walk. Not needed if you return along your access route. This is not somewhere you should walk without a reasonable level of fitness. North access involves numerous steep steps. Southern access is easier. When water levels are high access behind the falls is slippery and awkward .
Written February 11, 2020
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mel
Milton Keynes, UK3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Visited on the 1st November 2023 with a friend and we had a great experience. There had been lots of rain recently so there was a lot of water around which I think made the falls more spectacular! We did get a bit of rain on the day but we had our water proofs on and walking boots so it didn't bother us too much.
I logged the route as 9.3km on my Apple Watch and we did the full red route plus all 3 green sections. It took us 3.5 hours including our 20 min stop for lunch.
This was long walk for me and I'm not particularly fit but I didn't find it too challenging (l'd say just challenging enough) some of the hills are tough but there are plenty of flatter parts too so you get a break from the steep parts.
The route was fairly quiet for us, we passed a few groups throughout our walk but l imagine in the night of summer it could get very busy.
Parking was fine, I think we paid £4 for the day.
I would highly recommend this hike if you're visiting the area!
Written November 3, 2023
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Nicola M
Hereford, UK37 contributions
May 2021 • Solo
Heard about the falls from Attenborough Cottage where I stay sometimes.. Went there and loved it. Brilliant walks through the website of where we stayed.. parking at either Melin-Fach, Cwm Porth or Dinas Rock depending on how long a walk you want to take! You can walk as far as 20km across all the areas and falls, so make sure you plan your route. But there are so many signs its very easy. Public toilets at Cwm Porth carpark.
Written May 20, 2021
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