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Fforest Fawr

Nature & gardens

Fforest Fawr

Beech woodland behind Castell Coch managed by Natural Resources Wales, with short waymarked trails. The easy sculpture trail passes large wildlife carvings made from a single redwood and finishes at a viewpoint over the Taff valley.

📍 Tongwynlais, Wales · CF83 1NG

FreeOutdoor

Visitor information

Ages
2–16+
Typical visit
Half day
Address
Fforest Fawr car park, off Heol y Fforest, near Tongwynlais (OS grid ST 142 839)
Opening times
Open access; no overnight parking; trails may close for maintenance (NRW, seen 2026-10-07)
⚠️ Opening times, prices and seasonal closures change often. Always confirm on the official website before you set off.Details last checked 7 Oct 2026.

Family facilities

Last checked 7 Oct 2026

  • AccessibilitySculpture trail graded easy (1.3 miles); forest surfaces, not fully step-free.
  • ParkingFree NRW car park; second car park at Castell Coch

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