THIS circular walk around Cwmbran and Mynydd Maen is approximately 15km, or nine miles. This is a circular walk that can start from three different car parks on the loop. All have access to facilities; their locations are marked on the plan as 1), 2), and 3). Parts of the walk cross open mountainside, steep slopes or rocky areas so please ensure you have adequate clothing and good walking shoes or boots. Care must be taken when crossing busy roads. If you are starting at the Llanyrafon Manor (1) or the adjacent Boating Lake (2) car parks, walk towards the lake, crossing the footbridge over the Afon Llwyd. Skirt right, around the pond and head for the footbridge over the railway line. Once over the bridge, follow the path as it takes you up onto the Llantarnam Road. Cross the road and turn right.