Section 2 of 24, Severn Way
Rhyd-y-benwch to Llanidloes
7.9 miles (12.7 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: SN 856 869. Finish: SN 952 845. OS grid.
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Up and down
About 203 m of climbing and 351 m of descent; highest point 326 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Rhyd-y-benwch.
- Car park
- Rhyd-y-benwch (free), 60 m from the start. Directions SN 856 869
Getting back
The section finishes at Llanidloes. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stop
- The Groe, 170 m from the finish. Directions SN 953 844
Planning the Severn Way
- The guidebook: Walking the Severn Way (Cicerone).
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 92%, gravel and tracks 6%.
About 90% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 1 stream crossing.
Steepest climb: about 27 m in a kilometre (1 in 37), starting 2.9 miles in.
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