Section 76 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Nottage to Ogmore
8.3 miles (13.3 km). About 3 hours, moderate.
Start: SS 804 779. Finish: SS 882 768. OS grid.
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Warning: Diversion in place. Part of this route is closed or diverted for now. The Wales Coast Path site (updated 22 September 2026) lists temporary diversions in several places, many until further notice, including landslides at Porthdinllaen in Gwynedd and Porth Swtan, Llanfaethlu and Lligwy on Anglesey. Neath Port Talbot Council says the path around Baglan, Briton Ferry and Sandfields West has been closed since 2023 because of sinkholes and the agreed diversion stays in place. Check the official diversions page before setting out. Source: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
Up and down
About 87 m of climbing and 82 m of descent; highest point 24 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Nottage.
- Bus stops
- Bus stop, 310 m from the start. Directions SS 803 782The Whimbrels, 360 m from the start. Directions SS 807 777Fulmar Road, 500 m from the start. Directions SS 809 778
- Car parks
- Rest Bay Car Park (pay), 370 m from the start. Directions SS 805 783Car park, 670 m from the start. Directions SS 811 780Car park, 790 m from the start. Directions SS 811 776
Getting back
The section finishes at Ogmore. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stops
- Pelican Inn (NE-bound), 100 m from the finish. Directions SS 881 767Pelican Inn (SW-bound), 120 m from the finish. Directions SS 881 767Ogmore Water Works (SW-bound), 480 m from the finish. Directions SS 886 770
Planning the Wales Coast Path
- Planning the whole trail: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 53%, earth, rock and mud 40%.
About 27% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 3 gates, 1 stream crossing.
No steep climbs: no kilometre gains more than about 16 m.
From OpenStreetMap, where mappers have recorded it: check before you go.
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