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WWW.DESTINATIONRCT.CO.UKPark & RideWith so much scenery to take in, you won’t know whether to get on your bike or sit backand watch the world go by. The choice is yours...Bike hireThe following leisure centres withinRhondda Cynon Taf hire out bicycles at halfor full day rates. You will need to bringphoto ID and proof of your address:Abercynon Sports CentreParc Abercynon, Abercynon, CF45 4UY01443 740141Hawthorn Leisure CentreFairfield Lane, Rhydyfelin,Pontypridd, CF37 5LN01443 843406Michael Sobel Sports CentreThe Ynys, Aberdare, CF44 7RP01685 874323Rhondda Fach Sports CentreEast Street, Tylorstown, CF43 3HR01443 756242For more information on the leisure centresplease visit www.rctcbc.gov.uk/leisureParksHolidays are all about relaxing. With plentyto keep children happy and a full calendarof music and cultural events for all ages, ourparks are the perfect place to do just that.Ynysangharad War Memorial ParkThis stunning park in the heart of Pontypriddhas a large outdoor pool (seasonalopening), a playground, pitch and putt, crazygolf, bowling greens and tennis courts. Thereare a number of war memorials and acommemorative statue to father and sonEvan and James James, who composed theWelsh National Anthem. As well as stagingcrowd-drawing festivals and shows,Ynysangharad Park has plenty of quietcorners to sit and simply admire thebrimming flowerbeds.Aberdare ParkTrecynon, just outside Aberdare town centre,is home to this scenic Victorian park. It hastwo bowling greens, tennis courts and abandstand where, in the summer, localbands perform.With its mature trees and cheerful spring andsummer bedding displays, it’s no wonder thepark is the perfect location for big eventssuch as the Aberdare Park Road MotorcycleRaces every July. The park is open from 7amuntil 30 minutes after sunset.Barry Sidings Countryside ParkThis secluded park near Trehafod,Pontypridd, is something of a hiddentreasure. With countryside walks, a BMXtrack, sections of the Valleys Cycle Networkand coarse fishing, it showcases RhonddaCynon Taf’s great outdoors. Barry Sidingshas ample car parking, a visitor centre and aseasonal cafe. A new children’s playgroundhas also recently opened, so it won’t be toolong before one of south Wales’ best-keptsecrets is out!18
WWW.DESTINATIONRCT.CO.UKLet Us Take You ThereOne of the best ways to see the countryside is in the company of the experts. A number ofwalking companies and tour guides operate locally to make sure you see the parts ofRhondda Cynon Taf that other visitors don’t reach.Martins WalksRun by Martin Smith and Hester Rawlins,this company offers a variety of guidedwalks throughout south Wales and theBrecon Beacons. Navigation tuition andNordic walking can be arranged and thewalks cater for all ages and fitness levels.01685 811949martinswalks@aol.comwww.martinswalks.comGriffin GuidingGriffin Guiding offers the ideal way toexplore south east Wales, including a tourof the Rhondda Valley, the home of theWelsh coal boom.07974 678405info@griffinguiding.co.ukwww.griffinguiding.co.ukRoam Wales Sightseeing Toursof South WalesBased in Pontypridd, the gateway to theRhondda, Roam Wales provides a selectionof sightseeing adventures and themedexcursions. Plenty of information is availableon the Roam Wales website.01443 209203info@roamwales.comwww.roamwales.comHeads of the Valleys Guide NetworkThe fascinating towns and historicallandscape of the south Wales valleys iswaiting to be explored with the help of oneof the Network’s local guides. Recognisedas Wales’ official tour guides, excursionleaders bring to life the passion, drama andpersonalities of industrial Wales. Personalitineraries can be booked on request.01873 811625www.realvalleytour.org.uk19
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