Tracks and circuits

An exciting project is well underway in the stunning Tywi Valley with the former railway track between Carmarthen and Llandeilo being brought back to life as a major leisure and visitor attraction.

Providing a 16.7 miles traffic free path through one of the most scenic areas of Wales, it will follow an almost adjacent route to that of the River Tywi as it flows from Llandeilo to Carmarthen, through stunning scenery which takes in castles, country parks and historical estates as well as attractions including the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and Aberglasney Gardens.

The full length of the Tywi Valley Path, stretching from Abergwili to Ffairfach, is expected to open in autumn/winter 2025.

Spanning approximately 4 miles, from Abergwili to Nantgaredig, the western section of the Tywi Valley Path is now open to walkers, wheelchair users and cyclists alike to enjoy a traffic free leisure activity through one of the most scenic areas of Wales. 

We are lucky enough to have one of the oldest velodromes in Wales, if not the world, here in Carmarthenshire. Built in 1900, the velodrome at Carmarthen Park - home to the Towy Riders Cycle Club - has been refurbished with all 232 surface panels that make up the track replaced, along with a new safety zone built along the inside perimeter and a safety fence around the outside edge. As well as being used for training by local clubs and the community, it is hoped the velodrome will become a regional centre of excellence for hosting national and international cycling competitions.

The track is managed by Carmarthen Town Council, for further information and bookings please visit velodrome.cymru

The National Closed Road Cycling Circuit at Pembrey Country Park is the first in South Wales and further compliments Carmarthenshire's aspiration to become the cycling hub of Wales.

The 1.9km long,6m wide circuit designed to British Cycling standards provides a safe, traffic-free environment for coaching and training sessions; and was used to stage competitive cycling competitions, such as the Grand Depart, Tour of Britain in September 2018 and the final of the OVO Energy Women's Tour 2019.

The track is also suitable for other events such as Athletics, Triathlons and Roller Skiing.

Members of the public are able to access and use the circuit free of charge (subject to the conditions of use) when no bookings have been made.

For more information please visit pembreycountrypark.wales