Fossil Tree - Afon Twrch Aqueduct - Ystalyfera, Powys, Wales. - Abstract Public Sculptures on Waymarking.com

There are four different artists & four different types of Millennium Mileposts. The first was designed by John Mills, and his piece was entitled The Fossil Tree.

There are two direction arms on this milepost.
With the Inscription:
Ystradgynlais 1/2m & Pontardawe 5m
National Cycle Route 43.

Route 43 is part of the 'National Cycle Network' & 'The Celtic Trail' Also known as Swansea Bay Cycle Route. Located at 'Afon Twrch Aqueduct. This location is viewable & accessible by foot from Gurnos Road, Ystalyfera.

National Cycle network 43 - The location of this waymark is within section '2 - Clydach to Ystalyfera' as described below. The coordinates were taken at the Mile Post alongside Route 43 as it crosses over the former 'Afon Twrch Aqueduct' Ystalyfera,

Located 5 miles North of Pontardawe & 15 Miles North of Swansea, in the picturesque Upper Swansea Valley, between Ystalyfera, & Gurnos, in the former County of Glamorgan, now in the County of Powys, South Wales.

1. Swansea to Clydach: From the SusTrans Website:

"Following a mixture of riverside paths, new purpose build sections and old railway lines, this route provides a green strip through the industrial heart of the Swansea Valley. From the route it is possible to see some of the valley’s industrial past, while at the same time the route showcase its regenerated present. The ride begins in the re-developed marina, running alongside the Tawe and taking you up past the Morfa Retail Park and the Liberty Stadium.

2. Clydach to Ystalyfera:
This is a very gentle 6.5 mile ride along canal towpath and old railway, following the valley floor from between two of the major Swansea Valley towns. Starting from Coed Gwilwm Park, the route picks up the canal towpath and takes you into the heart of Pontardawe. Moving away from the Canal and following the river bank, you find your way onto the old railway line. This takes you through woodland alongside the river before emerging on the edge of Ystalyfera. The ride can be halved in length if you stop in Pontardawe, while it can also be extended by riding in the opposite direction. If you are feeling particularly energetic it is possible to ride from Ystalyfera to Mumbles almost entirely on traffic free paths.

3. Ystradgynlais to Caehopkin" Text Source: (visit link)

Title: Fossil Tree Artist: John Mills Media (materials) used: Cast Iron Location (specific park, transit center, library, etc.): Alongside Cycle Route 43 at Afon Twrch Aquaduct. Date of creation or placement: 2000

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