Folly Tower (Pontypool) – Shell Grotto loop from Torfaen
Folly Tower (Pontypool) – Shell Grotto loop from Torfaen
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Folly Tower (Pontypool) – Shell Grotto loop from Torfaen
01:40
5.72km
160m
Hiking
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 16, 2026
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Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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1.78 km
Folly Tower (Pontypool)
Highlight • Monument
Tip by
3.36 km
Shell Grotto
Highlight • Structure
5.72 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
1.94 km
1.14 km
1.09 km
906 m
636 m
Surfaces
1.69 km
1.56 km
1.16 km
980 m
320 m
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Elevation
Highest point (290 m)
Lowest point (150 m)
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